Awe Painting and Improvements

Why Lancaster County Homeowners Are Painting Their Cabinets Instead of Replacing Them

New kitchen cabinets cost $15,000–$30,000 installed. Professional cabinet painting? $3,000–$6,000. Same kitchen transformation, fraction of the cost, and it’s done in days — not weeks.

If your kitchen feels dated but the cabinet boxes are solid, painting is the smartest investment you can make in your Lititz or Lancaster County home.

What Professional Cabinet Painting Actually Involves

This isn’t a weekend DIY project with a roller. Professional cabinet painting involves:

1. Removing all doors, drawers, and hardware — every piece is labeled and tracked
2. Degreasing and cleaning — kitchen grease buildup prevents paint adhesion
3. Sanding to 220 grit — creates the tooth that primer needs to bond
4. Priming with bonding primer — we use Stix or BIN shellac depending on the surface
5. Spray application — 2 coats of cabinet-grade enamel for a factory-smooth finish
6. Reinstalling with new hardware — new pulls and hinges complete the transformation

Best Cabinet Paint Colors for 2026

The most popular cabinet colors we’re painting in Lancaster County homes right now:

• White Dove (Benjamin Moore OC-17): Classic, bright, never goes out of style
• Simply White (Benjamin Moore OC-117): Slightly warmer than Dove, works with granite
• Iron Ore (Sherwin-Williams SW 7069): Rich charcoal gray, dramatic with light counters
• Naval (Sherwin-Williams SW 6244): Deep navy blue, popular for lower cabinets
• Agreeable Gray (Sherwin-Williams SW 7029): Warm greige tone, versatile with any decor

How Long Does Cabinet Painting Last?

With proper prep and quality materials, professionally painted cabinets last 8–12 years before they need refreshing. That’s comparable to many pre-finished replacement cabinets — at a fifth of the cost.

Thinking about cabinet painting? Call Joe at 717-951-4300 for a free consultation. We’ll look at your cabinets, discuss colors, and give you an honest estimate. Serving Lititz, Lancaster, Manheim, Ephrata, and all of Lancaster County.