The Ultimate Guide to Cabinet Painting in Salem

Are your kitchen cabinets looking outdated, worn, or simply dark and heavy? Cabinet painting is the most transformative and cost-effective home improvement project you can undertake. Instead of spending tens of thousands on new cabinets, professional painting can give you a modern, "factory-new" look for a fraction of the price.

Why Choose Professional Cabinet Painting?

While DIY painting is popular, cabinets require a level of precision that is hard to achieve without professional equipment. Our specialized process ensures:

• Factory-Smooth Finish: No brush marks or drips. We use High-Volume Low-Pressure (HVLP) sprayers.
• Extreme Durability: Kitchens are high-traffic. We use industrial-grade enamels that resist chips and grease.
• Proper Adhesion: The secret is in the prep. We clean, sand, and prime to ensure the paint never peels.

Our 5-Step Cabinet Painting Process

We don't just "paint over" your old cabinets. We restore them:

1. Disassembly: We remove all doors, drawers, and hardware, labeling them for perfect reassembly.
2. Deep Cleaning: Years of kitchen grease are removed with industrial degreasers.
3. Sanding & Surface Prep: We sand surfaces to create a "tooth" for the new paint to grip.
4. Priming: Two coats of bonding primer block stains and seal the wood.
5. Spray Painting: Doors are sprayed in our shop; frames are sprayed on-site with full masking protection.

Trending Cabinet Colors for 2025

Not sure what color to choose? Here is what's trending in Salem and Portland homes:

• Classic White: Timeless, bright, and makes small kitchens feel huge.
• Navy Blue or Charcoal: Perfect for a dramatic island or lower cabinets (Two-Tone look).
• Greige (Grey + Beige): A warm, modern neutral that hides dirt well.
• Sage Green: Brings an earthy, calming natural vibe to your kitchen.

Cabinet Painting vs. Replacement

Why tear out perfectly good wood? If your cabinet boxes are structurally sound, painting them is the smart choice. You save materials from the landfill and keep thousands of dollars in your pocket to spend on new countertops or appliances.