Cabinet Refinishing in Plantation, FL
Cabinet refinishing is one of the highest-impact, lowest-disruption upgrades a Plantation homeowner can make — transforming dated oak or laminate kitchen cabinets into a clean, modern finish for a fraction of new-cabinet cost. KB Painting & Refinishing, founded in 2019, brings a team with 25+ years of combined cabinet refinishing experience, using a multi-step spray process and premium Sherwin-Williams cabinet enamels for a hard, durable surface that stands up to South Florida's kitchen humidity. We refinish in place, so your kitchen is back in service far faster than a full replacement.
Local insight
Plantation's older homes — particularly those in Cobblestone and Sunset Strip built in the 1970s and early 1980s — often have solid wood or plywood-box cabinets that are structurally sound but cosmetically tired. Refinishing those original boxes is both practical and more sustainable than sending them to the landfill for new stock.
Cabinet refinishing in Plantation kitchens and baths
The kitchens in Plantation’s established neighborhoods were built well — solid frames, real wood doors, and drawer boxes that still work perfectly. What lets them down is decades of grease, humidity, and sun exposure that dull, yellow, or crack the original finish. Our refinishing process doesn’t gloss over those issues; it addresses them at the surface level so the new finish adheres properly and lasts.
We begin by removing all doors, drawers, and hardware and taking them to our prep area. Surfaces are deglossed, sanded, and cleaned before we apply a bonding primer formulated for cabinetry. All spraying is done with HVLP equipment for a smooth, brush-mark-free finish that looks factory-applied. Box interiors, frames, and door faces all receive the same treatment — nothing is rolled or brushed. We use Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel or Cabinet Coat depending on the project, both of which cure to a hard finish that resists chipping and moisture.
Why cabinet humidity matters more in South Florida
Plantation kitchens run through a lot of steam, humidity, and cooking grease. A consumer-grade paint applied with a brush will start to yellow, chip at edges, and peel near the sink within two or three years in this climate. The spray-applied enamels we use are formulated for exactly this environment, and our prep ensures they stick. Every cabinet refinishing job we do comes with a six-month workmanship warranty.
Questions Plantation homeowners ask
Can you refinish laminate or thermofoil cabinet faces in my Plantation home? In many cases, yes — but it depends on the condition of the laminate. If the thermofoil is peeling at the edges, it needs to be removed and the substrate cleaned before refinishing. We assess this during the free estimate and give you an honest answer about whether refinishing is the right path or whether door replacement would serve you better long-term.
How long will my kitchen be out of service during cabinet refinishing? For a typical Plantation kitchen, expect two to three days total. Doors and drawers come down on day one, go through the spray and cure process, and are rehung once the finish has hardened. We reinstall hardware and do a final walk-through with you before we leave. Most homeowners can use a microwave and countertop appliances throughout the process.
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Common questions
What factors affect the cost of cabinet refinishing in South Florida?
The main variables are door and drawer count, the condition of the existing finish, and whether you're changing colors. Kitchens with heavy grease buildup — common in Florida's year-round cooking climate — require extra cleaning and deglossing, which adds prep time. We provide a free written estimate after a walk-through so there are no surprises before we start.
How long will a spray-applied cabinet finish hold up in a Florida home?
With proper prep and the right Sherwin-Williams products, a spray-applied finish typically lasts five or more years even with South Florida's humidity and daily kitchen use. Our six-month workmanship warranty covers adhesion or finish failures in that window. The key is thorough surface prep — skipping steps is where most finishes fail early.
How long does the project take and do we need to leave the house?
Most single-kitchen jobs run two to three days: one day for cleaning, deglossing, and priming; one for topcoats; and a short cure window before doors go back on hardware. We seal off the work area with plastic so the rest of the house stays livable. You'll just want to keep the kitchen light during cure time — no cooking or heavy steam until the finish has hardened.
