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Cabinet painting service by Shape of Paint

Cabinet Painting in Vancouver, BC

Cabinet Painting in Vancouver with a walkthrough first, a written quote, and a schedule that holds from setup to the final check.

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Vancouver • Cabinet Painting

What cabinet painting in Vancouver involves

Cabinet painting needs degreasing, sanding, a bonding primer and a controlled spray finish. Skip any of those and the finish fails early.

Older Vancouver homes often have solid wood cabinet doors from the 1950s with layered lacquer finishes that need chemical stripping before primer bonds. Custom kitchen renovations along the North Shore demand spray precision that matches the neighbourhood's standards. Heritage wood profiles need careful prep to preserve their original character.

Homeowners comparing cabinet painting should look at the preparation and the coating system, not the speed of a quick paint-over.

Most cabinet painting projects in Vancouver run $6,500 to $18,400. Solid wood doors from the 1950s under layers of old lacquer are considered when defining the preparation and finish your project needs. Your consultation defines the scope, products and finish level, with the pricing approach explained in your proposal.

Local proof

4.9

Google rating across 54 homeowner reviews.

Clear written quotes, thorough preparation, and daily updates from the first walkthrough to the final handoff.

Where we work

Kitsilano • Mount Pleasant • Dunbar • Kerrisdale

Every area has its own light, moisture, and wear. We plan cabinet painting around those conditions from the start.

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Cabinet spray finish by Shape of Paint

Cabinet Painting in Vancouver

A premium finish. A calmer project experience.

Kitchen and bathroom cabinets refinished with professional spray systems and 2K coatings for a smooth, hard-wearing surface. In Vancouver, that means careful preparation, a clear schedule, and finish decisions made before work starts.

How we plan and deliver cabinet painting in Vancouver

Kitchen and bathroom cabinets refinished with professional spray systems and 2K coatings for a smooth, hard-wearing surface. Every stage is written down before work begins, so the finish is clean, the timing is clear, and the handoff is calm. See our cabinet painting service guide for coating options and preparation details.

Prep

01

Remove and label every door and drawer front, then degrease, sand and repair each piece.

Coat plan

02

Apply a bonding primer and spray 2K finish coats off site in controlled conditions.

Final review

03

Reinstall doors and hardware with alignment checks, and walk through care and curing with you.

Materials and finish control

Product systems matched before the first coat

Product selection follows substrate condition, wear pattern, and maintenance goals. That is how we keep adhesion, colour depth, and maintainability aligned with the way a space is used.

Typical project range: $6,500–$18,400

Vancouver Homeowners

Reviews from Lower Mainland homeowners

“The kitchen looks like a brand new kitchen was installed. I still cannot believe they are my old cupboards. The quality is unbelievable. His eye for detail is incredible — top quality workmanship.”

— Marinda

Materials we specify for cabinet painting

Renner
ALCEA
Livos

See how cabinet painting Vancouver works

Begin with a written scope that shows how the work will be planned. An in-home walkthrough lets the lead technician inspect your kitchen and define each part of the work. A written quote follows within 48 hours, with a start window and completion date.

Removable cabinet doors are completed away from the house, while fixed frames stay in the kitchen. This plan keeps the on-site work focused on the parts that remain in your home. The walkthrough gives the team the surface details needed to choose an application method.

Machine-applied and brushed coatings are available, with the method chosen for the agreed scope. The team may use AAA, airless, or sometimes HVLP equipment for professional application. The chosen equipment depends on the work described for your home during that visit.

Give preparation the time it needs

Shape of Paint assigns 60% of every project to detailed surface preparation work. The team tests adhesion, moisture, and existing finishes before selecting a coating system. Those checks connect each cabinet surface to the products named in your scope.

The proposal lists this work so preparation stays visible in the written plan. It also records the planned start window and completion date before you accept the work. You can compare the sequence, products, and timing while every detail remains on paper.

Choose coatings made for cabinet use

Renner, ALCEA, and Acroma Pro make the 2K systems used on cabinet surfaces. These coatings cure harder than wall paint and better resist steam, chemicals, and abrasion. Each named product gives you a clear specification instead of a vague material claim.

Your written scope identifies the selected coating system for the work by name. That detail helps you compare coating systems before your cabinets leave the kitchen. You know what product will be applied and where each part of the work occurs.

Protect the kitchen during the work

Before interior work begins, the Floor Protection System covers the floor in three layers. Craft paper goes down first, followed by 1/8-inch Masonite and water-impermeable shingle underlayment. These layers protect against marring, scratches, dents, and moisture during work inside your home.

The AirCare System operates throughout the entire job inside your kitchen area. Air passes through three-stage HEPA filtration and activated carbon during the work. This setup mitigates particulates, dust, debris, and VOCs for the job's duration.

Each active job site closes with a 12-point cleanliness check every working day. The check gives the crew a defined standard for leaving the work area. During the walkthrough, ask how both systems will fit around your kitchen and household.

Confirm the warranty before you decide

Every job includes a written warranty for workmanship failures, including peeling, cracking, or coating failure. If covered workmanship fails, the team returns and corrects the problem without charging you. The coverage period varies by job type and appears in your written quote.

Shape of Paint is licensed by local authorities in the province of British Columbia. The business also carries general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage for its work. The lead technician sets the scope and approves the completed coating on every job.

Request an Estimate to arrange the required in-home walkthrough for your cabinets. You will receive a written scope, named coating system, planned dates, and warranty terms. Those details let you decide with the work, timing, and coverage clearly stated.

FAQs

Cabinet Painting in Vancouver: common questions

These are the questions we usually answer before a project is booked, priced, and placed on the calendar.

How much does cabinet painting cost in Vancouver?
Most cabinet painting projects run $6,500 to $18,400. Your consultation defines the scope, products and finish level. Your proposal explains whether the work is a firm quote or a time-and-materials project.
How long does cabinet painting take in Vancouver?
Most kitchen cabinet projects take 5 to 8 business days. Doors are removed and sprayed off-site while frames are finished in your kitchen. Your quote gives a specific timeline, and we tell you if anything changes.
Do you help with product and colour decisions for cabinet painting?
Yes. We match primer, topcoat, and sheen to the surface, how the room is used, and how you want it to wear. Colour guidance is part of every project, with large swatches tested on your own walls.
What quality controls are used for cabinet painting in Vancouver?
Every surface is tested before it is coated. Prep standards are written down, you get daily updates, and the project ends with a walkthrough where we check every edge together.

Ready to plan the exact scope for your home?

Book a walkthrough and get a written quote, start dates, and prep standards in writing before anything is scheduled.

Cabinet work runs all year indoors. Winter bookings often move faster because exterior demand pauses.

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