How Much to Paint Kitchen Cabinets?

How Much to Paint Kitchen Cabinets?

We value transparency in our pricing. We want you to know up front how much things will cost given the scope of the work you want done. Painting your cabinets is more economical than replacing them and it can add value to your kitchen quickly, but it isn’t cheap. So how much should you plan for us to repaint your kitchen cabinets?

The average cost of having us paint your kitchen cabinets is about $1,400-6,000* depending on the amount of cabinetry you have in your home. Thats about ⅓ to ½ the cost of having a professional replace them with low end products. A cabinet painting project usually takes an average of 4-6 business days for our crew. Compared to the cost and inconvenience of replacing cabinetry, this option provides minimal disruption and expense for a dramatic transformation.

On the low end, the average cost of replacing kitchen cabinets is $7,000-15,000 and up. And you have to hire a contractor, take measurements, order them, and wait for them to arrive–sometimes for weeks. Then you have to tear out your kitchen and install them. Not to mention the added expense of countertops, flooring, and back splashes. Painting existing cabinets is very attractive when you don’t want to overhaul your kitchen or invest a ton in upgrading the look.

 

What is the process for painting cabinets with a standard smooth finish?

1. Remove all cabinet doors
2. Thoroughly clean all the surfaces with a degreasing agent like TSP ensure adhesion
3. Set up spray booth and mask kitchen area
4. Prime cabinets and doors
5. Paint cabinetry with 2-3 coats using a professional sprayer to achieve gorgeous results
6. Allow adequate drying time
7. Re-assemble doors and hardware
8. Clean up

What do I need to know about painted cabinetry?

Clients are surprised to know that painted cabinets will still show wood grain. What does that mean? Well, the grain creates bumps and ridges on the surface of cabinets. Paint will not fill the ridges completely. A good example of how it may look finished is to visit your local big box hardware store and look at the white painted interior room doors that have a wood grain texture. That is how a painted cabinet door can turn out.

They are very cleanable, especially with the products we use.

Painted cabinets are also popular in high end homes because of the color and finish flexibility. Wood cabinets can be really beautiful, but the truly remarkable ones have a price tag to match. Painted cabinets are more simple to change when your tastes change.

Contact us for a written estimate on painting your kitchen cabinetry.

*Reflects cost to paint cabinets in an average kitchen size in Colorado Springs, not a guarantee of prices as they vary. We will gladly provide an on-site written estimate.

Transform Your Kitchen or Bath Without Replacing Anything!

 

Kitchens and bathrooms are easily the most expensive rooms to revamp. Replacing floors, tile, countertops, appliances, and cabinets can run over $10,000-$15,000…easily.

But what if you’re on a budget and want to elevate the look of your kitchen or bath without replacing anything?

Thanks to interior designers and TV set designers, painted cabinetry in high end, luxury homes is now commonplace.

Painted cabinets brighten an otherwise visually dark room, can add an infusion of color and personality, and set the tone for one of the most important rooms in your home. Painting also effectively masks inexpensive cabinetry and can give the illusion of a custom installation.

 

Reasons to transform the look of your existing kitchen or bath cabinets with a little paint.

1. Because you can use any color of paint you’d like, you can work with your existing flooring, backsplash, tile, countertops, and fixtures.
2. Choose light colors to brighten up a visually dark space. White or cream colored cabinets are the most versatile and valuable for resale. Gray or gray blue colors are also very common and elegant.
3. They are just as cleanable as any other standard cabinet finish
4. Have you noticed how orange “golden oak” looks? Yikes. Builders all over Colorado still use it. It limits your paint, flooring, tile, and counter options.
5. You can choose a standard smooth finish. Or add personality with an antiqued or slightly distressed finish.
6. You have flexibility in how to use color. You can paint your kitchen island a different color than your main cabinets. You can paint the bottom half of your cabinets one color and the top half another. You can highlight an architectural feature with yet another color. You are limited only by your preferences and imagination.

Check out our Pinterest board for painted kitchen cabinets and painted bathroom cabinets for inspiration.

Who is the Best Painter in Colorado Springs?

Who is the best painter in Colorado Springs?

 

Search engines pull up dozens of results for painters in Colorado Springs. Every year new painters come to Colorado Springs but very few stay more than a couple of years. You’re trusting a company to not only deliver a quality paint job, but also be trustworthy with your home and belongings.

Even during the bidding process we find homeowners feel unsure they’re comparing apples to apples. Some painters are good, some are good to avoid. So how do you choose?

Homeowners hiring a contractor of any type needs to understand there are three primary job factors to choose from: price, timeline, and quality. You have the ability to choose up to two, the contractor is then able to have flexibility with the remaining option(s). The most important thing you can do is know which two job factors matter most to you. This will help you know which of the following painting company types to go with.

Fly By Night/Temporary Painters
As in any industry, fly by night and temporary businesses pop up seasonally. This is especially true during the exterior painting season (May-October) in Colorado Springs. These people are looking to make a quick buck and see a landscape full of houses when they arrive. They can set up a Web site in no time and appear legitimate. They will often be the lowest price bidder. They may ask for more than 30% up front. (Up to 30% upfront is a reasonable request to cover materials.)

Stay away from this type of painter. Always.

While they can appear legitimate there are a few ways to investigate: How did you find out about them? Are they accredited with the BBB? How are they dressed when they do your estimate? Where will they buy their paint—Home Depot/Lowes or a professional paint store like Sherwin Williams, The Paint Gallery, or Kwal?

If you feel uncomfortable around this person, listen to your intuition! Stay away from this type of painter!

Handyman
Handyman painters usually promote that they can do everything for you from building to painting. Yes, anyone can slap some paint on a wall but unless they are a painting specialist they won’t know the best product/brand for each project and the finishes may not be the quality a small business/specialty painter can deliver. The types of projects that are great for handyman painters are small single projects like closets, small bathrooms, a single small bedroom, touch up, or a shed you’ve added to the property.

Franchise/High Volume Painters
There are painting franchises available and several large companies independently owned in Colorado who do a high volume of work. Both are known for fast work and a cattle chute approach to getting jobs done. They will price themselves competitively and can be the lowest bidder. The person who bids your home may not be the owner or someone closely involved in quality control.

Apartment buildings, track home construction, and others use these types of painters because the work gets done quickly and meets minimum standards of quality. Quick and dirty paint jobs are the best for these types of painters. Price will be the ultimate deciding factor. Timeline is dependent on their ability to crank through every job and how full they can fill their pipeline.

Small Business/Specialty Painters
Highly referred painters that fall in this category are usually great to work with. You will find a company that cares about quality and doesn’t put you through a cattle chute to get your project finished. They are rarely the lowest bidder, but are competitive. They are highly communicative and reachable. They enjoy educating homeowners on projects and processes for each project. They will do homeowner repaints, custom homes, and small commercial projects.

Small business painters are your all-around best painters in Colorado Springs. Interior projects are especially good for this type of painter because the level of quality needed is higher. Exterior projects are also great for this category because they bring attention to detail to the exterior of your home, doing the job right the first time while delivering a fair price.

Specialty painters are those who do jobs that require lead certification or artistic faux finishes and murals. We have several specialty subcontractors we’ve vetted and work with regularly to meet the needs of our clients.

Who is the best Colorado Springs Painter for you?

The answer truly depends on what is most important to you. Think through your current paint project. What do you value most? Timeline, cost, or quality?

Do your research. Check with the local Better Business Bureau. Ask pointed questions. When you know what you’re looking for you can find a painter suited to your needs and make a decision quickly.

A Quality Paint Job Earns Angie’s List Super Service Award

A Quality Paint Job Earns Super Service Award

 

We are so thrilled to be honored with the Angie’s List Super Service Award for 2013! Awards are amazing, but we want to give credit where it is due. So our biggest THANK YOU is for our clients for providing great reviews on Angie’s List! Your willingness to share your experience and praise with a review site has allowed us to be seen and honored. We have love being invited into your home and business to provide valuable paint services. We have the best clients in Colorado!

What follows is the press release from Angie’s List. You can learn more about what we’ve been recognized for.

A Quality Paint Job Earns Esteemed 2013 Angie’s List Super Service Award

Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service

A Quality Paint Job has earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of service provided to members of the consumer review service in 2013.

“It is an honor to receive this award from Angie’s List, an organization that cares about what customers want. We are encouraged that the work we do and service we provide is appreciated in Colorado.”

“Only about 5 percent of the companies A Quality Paint Job competes with in Colorado Springs and Monument are able to earn our Super Service Award,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “It’s a mark of consistently great customer service.”

Angie’s List Super Service Award 2013 winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade, and review period grade; the company must be in good standing with Angie’s List, have a fully complete profile, pass a background check and abide by Angie’s List operational guidelines.

Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List. Companies are graded on an A through F scale in areas ranging from price to professionalism to punctuality. Members can find the 2013 Super Service Award logo next to company names in search results on AngiesList.com.

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Tips for Accenting Fireplaces with Paint

Tips for Accenting Fireplaces with Paint

 

Thinking about using color to bring out your fireplace?

Let’s be honest. Sometimes neutral colors and builder paints, while nice, don’t do certain architectural features justice.

One feature is the fireplace. In many homes the fireplace is a focal point. It exudes comfort and conversation. Having a little fun with accent colors can make your interior memorable and inviting.

It is also a great place to play with bolder colors. You can really make a splash and if you want to change it in a few years, it’s less expensive and lower commitment than painting a full room.

We recently painted a fireplace for a homeowner and it completely transformed the space. Check it out!

If you’re thinking of painting your fireplace here are a few tips:

1. Does your fireplace have visual interest? If it seems boring or under scale, price out having a wood façade added to give it more presence.
2. Is the fireplace a feature you want to highlight? When you go bold your eye and the attention of your guests will be drawn there. Make sure you’re ready to accessorize so the fireplace looks intentional.
3. Choose a color you already have in your décor. If you already have accent colors in your decorating, place that color on your fireplace to pull it all together.
4. Consider painting the surround a bold color and leaving the fireplace neutral. This can achieve the same effect.

For inspiration, check out our Pinterest Board: Painted Fireplaces.

Would you paint your fireplace surround a bold color? If so, what color would you do?