Kitchen Cabinets

Is your kitchen feeling dated or worn? Often the heart of the home, a kitchen’s atmosphere is heavily influenced by its cabinets. Imagine stepping into a brighter, more modern kitchen that feels brand new, without the cost and disruption of a full renovation. At Fox Painting, we specialize in professional cabinet painting, transforming Calgary kitchens with beautiful, durable finishes that revitalize your entire space.

Leading the Fox Painting team is Dariusz ‘Derek’ Adamski, bringing over three decades of painting mastery and meticulous attention to detail – crucial for achieving flawless cabinet results. His commitment to European-quality craftsmanship ensures our specialized approach delivers finishes that look stunning, feel smooth, and stand up to daily use, reflecting a standard of excellence honed over years of dedicated practice.

Experience the Fox Painting Difference for Your Cabinets

Factory-Quality Finish: We go beyond basic painting. Our process involves thorough preparation (cleaning, degreasing, sanding) and often utilizes professional spraying techniques with premium cabinet coatings. This achieves a smooth, hard-wearing, furniture-grade finish free of brush marks.
Stunning Kitchen Transformation: Update your kitchen’s style dramatically! Choose from a wide range of colours and finishes (e.g., satin, semi-gloss) to match your vision. We offer colour consultations to help you find the perfect shade to complement your countertops, backsplash, and overall home aesthetic.
Durable & Long-Lasting Results: We use high-performance cabinet paints (like urethane enamels) specifically designed to resist chipping, scuffing, grease, and repeated cleaning, ensuring your newly painted cabinets look great for years.
Cost-Effective Modernization: Get the look of a brand-new kitchen for a fraction of the price of cabinet replacement. Professional painting is a smart investment that significantly enhances your kitchen’s appeal and your home’s value.
Meticulous & Respectful Process: We understand the kitchen is a vital space. We carefully remove doors and drawer fronts (often finishing them off-site for minimal disruption), mask and protect your countertops, floors, and appliances, and maintain a clean work area throughout the project.

Our Kitchen Cabinet Painting Process Typically Includes:

In-Home Consultation (Colour, Finish Selection, Process Overview)
Careful Removal of Cabinet Doors, Drawer Fronts, and Hardware
Thorough Cleaning and Degreasing of All Surfaces
Detailed Surface Preparation (Sanding, Minor Repairs)
Application of High-Adhesion Primer
Professional Application of Premium Cabinet Paint (Often Sprayed for Doors/Drawers)
Painting of Cabinet Boxes/Frames In Place
Reinstallation of Doors and Drawers
Installation of Existing or New Hardware (Customer Supplied)

Ready to fall in love with your kitchen again? See how 30+ years of finishing experience makes all the difference. Let Derek and the Fox Painting team bring lasting beauty and value to your Calgary kitchen cabinets.

Contact us today for your consultation and a free quote!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Kitchen Cabinet Painting

Q: Is painted cabinet finish durable enough for a kitchen? A: Absolutely! When done correctly using proper preparation techniques and high-quality cabinet-specific paints (like urethane enamels), the finish is very durable. It’s designed to withstand daily kitchen use, including cleaning, bumps, and exposure to grease and moisture.

Q: What kind of paint do you use on cabinets? A: We use premium paints specifically formulated for cabinetry. These are typically waterborne alkyd urethane enamels or similar high-performance coatings that cure to a hard, durable finish, offer excellent adhesion, resist yellowing, and are easy to clean.

Q: Can all types of cabinets be painted? A: Most cabinet materials can be successfully painted, including solid wood, MDF, plywood, and even some laminates or thermofoil, though the preparation process may vary. We’ll assess your specific cabinets during the consultation to confirm suitability and discuss the best approach.

Q: How long does the kitchen cabinet painting process take? A: The timeline depends on the size of your kitchen, the number of cabinets, and the preparation required. Typically, the process takes between 5 to 10 working days. Much of this involves careful prep and allowing proper drying/curing time between coats. Finishing doors and drawers off-site helps minimize disruption in your home.

Q: Is the process messy? How do you control dust and fumes? A: We take extensive measures to protect your home and minimize mess. Your kitchen will be carefully masked off, including floors, countertops, and appliances. When sanding, we use dust extraction systems where possible. While painting cabinet boxes in place, we ensure proper ventilation. Using low-VOC paints also helps minimize odors.

Q: Do I need to empty my cabinets? A: Yes, we require you to empty all cabinets before we begin work. This protects your belongings and allows us full access for cleaning, preparation, and painting the interiors of the boxes if applicable (though typically only the front edges and exteriors of boxes are painted).

Q: Can you install new hardware (handles/knobs)? A: Certainly. We can reinstall your existing hardware or install new hardware that you provide. If the new hardware requires different hole placements, we can often fill the old holes and drill new ones as part of the preparation process (this may involve additional cost).