What Is the Process of Cabinet Painting in Ottawa?
- Axcell Painting
- 4 hours ago
- 3 min read
If you’re thinking about cabinet painting in Ottawa, you probably want one thing.
A factory-smooth finish.
No mess in your home.
No guessing games about timelines or durability.
You also want to know exactly what happens once a crew walks through your door.
Here’s the real process we use on kitchen cabinet painting projects across Ottawa, Kanata, Orleans, Barrhaven, Nepean, and Stittsville.
This is the same system we’ve refined over thousands of cabinet repaint projects.
Step 1 – On-Site Evaluation and Color Planning
Your project starts with a site visit.
You walk us through:
Your kitchen layout
Cabinet door style and material
Existing wear, grease buildup, or damage
Lighting conditions
Colour goals and sheen preference
We also look for:
Thermofoil or laminate issues
Previous paint failures
Moisture exposure near sinks and dishwashers
Hardware alignment and hinge condition
Example from last month in Barrhaven:
A client wanted Chantilly Lace.
Their kitchen faced north with limited daylight.
We adjusted the white tone slightly to prevent the cabinets from looking flat or gray.
Your lighting matters more than people realize.
Have you ever picked a colour in the store and hated it at home?
Step 2 – Safe Removal and Labeling
On day one, doors and drawers come off.
Every piece gets:
Numbered
Bagged hardware
Protective wrapping for transport
Cabinet boxes stay in place and get sealed and masked on site.
You keep using your kitchen.
No demo chaos.
No dust drifting through your house.
This matters a lot for busy families and condo owners.
Step 3 – Professional Cleaning and Surface Prep
Paint sticks to clean surfaces.Not grease.Not silicone residue.Not old polish.
Each door and drawer gets:
Degreased
Sanded for mechanical bonding
Dents filled and repaired
Sharp edges softened
Vacuumed with dust control systems
Corners and profiles get special attention.
This step separates real cabinet painters from quick spray jobs.
Ever seen cabinets peel within a year?
Prep usually caused it.
Step 4 – Spray Booth Priming
Your doors and drawers move to our professional spray booth in Ottawa.
Why a booth matters:
Dust-free environment
Controlled temperature and humidity
Even coating thickness
Zero contamination
We apply:
High-bond primers designed for cabinetry
Stain blockers when needed
Sanding between coats for smoothness
This creates a foundation that locks paint down for years.
Garage painters can’t control airflow, dust, or curing conditions.
That shows up later.
Step 5 – Finish Coating for a Factory Look
Once primed, your cabinets receive multiple spray coats of premium cabinet enamel.
You get:
Consistent colour depth
Tight grain filling
Smooth touch feel
Hard, cleanable surface
Sheen options typically include:
Satin for modern kitchens
Semi-gloss for maximum washability
Your finish cures properly in the booth before returning to your home.
No sticky doors.
No fingerprints locked into the paint.
Step 6 – On-Site Cabinet Box Painting
While doors are in the booth, your cabinet frames get painted on site.
We:
Mask countertops, floors, appliances, and walls
Spray or fine-finish roll frames depending on layout
Blend finish seamlessly with the doors
This keeps everything uniform once reinstalled.
Step 7 – Reinstallation and Final Adjustments
After curing, doors and drawers come back.
We:
Reinstall hinges and hardware
Align doors evenly
Adjust reveals and spacing
Perform final touchups
Clean the workspace
Your kitchen looks new again.
Most projects finish within 1 to 2 weeks without shutting down your kitchen.
How Long Does Cabinet Painting Take in Ottawa?
Typical timelines:
Small kitchens: 5–7 working days
Medium kitchens: 7–10 working days
Large kitchens or condos with access restrictions: up to 2 weeks
Weather doesn’t affect indoor cabinet painting.Winter scheduling stays steady in Ottawa.
How Much Does Cabinet Painting Cost in Ottawa?
Pricing depends on:
Number of doors and drawers
Door profile complexity
Repairs required
Colour changes
Access and parking restrictions
Condo rules and elevator bookings
Most professional cabinet refinishing projects cost a fraction of full replacement.
You save:
Demolition costs
Plumbing disruption
Countertop removal
Permit headaches
Why replace solid cabinets when the finish is the only problem?
Why Professional Cabinet Painting Matters
Cabinet painting is not wall painting.
It requires:
Proper primers
Controlled spraying
Dust management
Curing time
Experience with wood movement and coatings
Shortcut methods fail fast.
You end up repainting again in a few years.
Ready to Repaint Your Cabinets in Ottawa?
You get:
Professional spray booth finishing
Clean on-site workflow
Long-lasting coatings
Fast turnaround
Consistent craftsmanship
Book your free estimate today.
Call 613-722-1059
Request a quote at www.ottawacabinetpainting.com
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