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Should you refinish or replace your kitchen cabinets in Calgary? Compare costs, durability, and timelines. Brixel Painting offers factory-smooth refinishing.
The kitchen is the heart of every Calgary home. But when cabinets start looking dated, you're faced with a tough decision: refinish or replace? The choice affects your budget, timeline, and long-term satisfaction. Let's compare both options so you can choose the smarter path.
Average Cost: Refinishing vs Replacement in Calgary
| Option | Typical Cost (2026) | Project Time |
|---|---|---|
| Cabinet Refinishing | $3,000 – $7,000 | 3 – 5 days |
| New Cabinet Installation | $15,000 – $30,000+ | 3 – 6 weeks |
Cabinet refinishing – also called cabinet painting or respraying – costs a fraction of full replacement. At Brixel Painting, we remove doors and drawers, apply premium 2K polyurethane coatings in a controlled spray environment, and reinstall everything to perfection.
Durability & Finish Quality
You might worry that painting won't hold up. But professional cabinet spraying yields a factory-smooth, ultra-durable finish that rivals new cabinets. We use:
- Industrial-grade, cross-linking polyurethane paints.
- HVLP sprayers for a flawless, brush-mark-free surface.
- Stain-blocking primers to cover wood grain and old stain.
The result is a surface that cleans easily, resists chipping, and looks modern for years. Explore our cabinet refinishing services.
Project Timeline: Refinishing Wins
A full cabinet replacement involves demolition, ordering new units, waiting for delivery, and installation – often stretching over a month. Our refinishing process is typically completed in a single workweek:
- Day 1: Remove doors and hardware.
- Day 2-3: Spray doors in our dedicated shop.
- Day 4: Paint cabinet frames on-site.
- Day 5: Reinstall doors, align, and final walk-through.
Your kitchen stays functional throughout, and there's no massive renovation dust.
Environmental Impact
Refinishing existing cabinets keeps perfectly good materials out of landfills. Manufacturing new cabinets consumes wood, chemicals, and energy. By choosing to refinish, you're making an eco-friendly choice – something more Calgary homeowners are valuing.
Why Calgary Homeowners Choose Brixel for Cabinet Painting
- Dustless preparation – we use HEPA-filtered sanders to keep your home clean.
- 2-year workmanship warranty – we stand behind every job.
- Free colour consultation – we help you pick the perfect shade for your kitchen's lighting and style.
🎨 Ready to transform your kitchen for half the price? Get a free quote for cabinet refinishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
QCan any cabinets be refinished?
Most wood, MDF, and laminate cabinets can be refinished. We assess the condition of your cabinets during the estimate. Severely water-damaged or delaminating cabinets may need replacement.
QHow long does cabinet paint last in a kitchen?
Professionally applied 2K polyurethane can last 10-15 years with normal care. It resists grease, moisture, and UV fading far better than ordinary latex paint.
Written by Felipe Chagas
Brixel Painting is Calgary's trusted contractor specializing in residential interiors, exteriors, cabinet spraying, and commercial coatings.
