Cabinet Refinishing in Edmonton
iPaint Painting provides professional cabinet refinishing services in Edmonton, Alberta, stripping, sanding, priming, and spray-finishing kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, and built-in cabinetry to a factory-smooth result at 60–70% less than new cabinet replacement. Edmonton homeowners in Riverbend with 1990s honey oak kitchens, Glenora heritage homes with original custom woodwork, Windermere executive kitchens needing a premium refresh, and Heritage Valley homes with peeling thermofoil doors choose iPaint's certified refinishing team — led by Mourad with 15+ years of spray-finishing experience — because cabinet refinishing demands stripping to bare wood, grain filling, bonding primer, and multiple coats of catalyzed lacquer, conversion varnish, or Benjamin Moore Advance applied with professional HVLP equipment. Full kitchen cabinet refinishing in Edmonton costs $4,000–$10,000 compared to $20,000–$40,000+ for new cabinets. Whether you are converting dark stained oak cathedral-arch doors in Mill Woods to painted white, refinishing maple raised-panel cabinets in Terwillegar, or restoring plaster-era cabinetry in Highlands, every project includes a free consultation, detailed written estimate, and 5-year written workmanship warranty. Call 780-938-9555 for your free cabinet refinishing estimate in Edmonton.
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Every Cabinet Surface, Factory-Smooth
From a full kitchen transformation to a single bathroom vanity, our certified team spray-finishes every piece to perfection.
Kitchen Cabinets
Upper cabinets, lower cabinets, pantry units, and island cabinetry — the complete kitchen transformation that saves you thousands over replacement.
Bathroom Vanities
Single vanities, double vanities, and built-in bathroom storage — refinished to handle humidity and daily use.
Cabinet Doors & Drawers
Every door and drawer front removed, stripped, sprayed, and reinstalled. Flat panel, raised panel, shaker — we handle every style.
Cabinet Frames & Boxes
The visible face frames and interior edges of your cabinet boxes — sanded, primed, and finished to match the doors perfectly.
Laundry Room Cabinets
Built-in laundry storage, overhead cabinets, and utility room cabinetry refinished to match your home's updated look.
Crown Moulding & Trim
Cabinet crown moulding, light valances, and decorative trim — finished to match your cabinets for a seamless, cohesive look.
Stain-to-Paint Conversions
Transform dark stained oak or maple into bright painted white, grey, or any colour. Full strip, prime, and spray for a clean conversion.
Built-In Shelving & Storage
Entertainment centres, bookcases, mudroom built-ins, and custom storage — refinished to match your cabinets or stand on their own.
Looking for a different cabinet service? We also offer cabinet painting for simpler refreshes and cabinet refacing when you want to change the door style entirely. Not sure which is right? Call us — we'll help you decide.
From First Call to Factory-Smooth Finish
We've refined our cabinet refinishing process over 15 years and hundreds of Edmonton kitchens. Here's exactly what to expect when you hire iPaint.
Free Consultation
Call 780-938-9555 or fill out our online form. You'll speak directly with a craftsman — not a call centre — and we'll schedule your free in-home cabinet assessment.
Assessment & Colour Selection
Mourad or a senior finisher inspects your cabinets — wood species, existing finish, structural condition — and helps you choose the perfect colour, sheen, and product for your space.
Detailed Written Estimate
You receive a clear proposal listing every cabinet door, drawer, and frame, the products we'll use, and the total price. No surprises, no hidden fees — the price we quote is the price you pay.
Removal & Stripping
Every door, drawer, and piece of hardware is carefully labelled and removed. Old finish is chemically stripped or sanded down to bare wood. Grain is filled for a glass-smooth foundation.
Prime & Spray Finish
Surfaces are primed with bonding primer, then multiple coats of catalyzed lacquer, conversion varnish, or Benjamin Moore Advance are spray-applied in our controlled environment. Clear coat seals the finish for lasting durability.
Reinstall & Walkthrough
Doors, drawers, and hardware go back on. We inspect every surface with you, clean up completely, and activate your 5-year written workmanship warranty. Your kitchen looks brand new.
Why Edmonton Homeowners Choose iPaint for Cabinet Refinishing
Cabinet refinishing is not a brush-and-roller job. It demands spray equipment, controlled conditions, and a finisher who knows wood — that's us.
Spray Finish, Factory Quality
We don't brush or roll cabinets. Every door, drawer, and frame is spray-finished in a controlled environment using professional HVLP equipment. The result is a glass-smooth surface with zero brush marks, zero roller stipple — indistinguishable from factory-applied finishes. That's the difference between refinishing and simply painting over the old surface.
Certified Painter
Mourad holds a Painter and Decorator Certification, plus MPI, WHMIS, and Lead Safety (RRP) credentials. Cabinet refinishing is one of the most technically demanding services in the trade — and Mourad has refined his spray technique over 15 years and hundreds of Edmonton kitchen projects.
Professional-Grade Finishes
We use products designed for cabinetry — catalyzed lacquer for maximum durability, conversion varnish for chemical resistance, Benjamin Moore Advance for a smooth waterborne finish, and high-performance waterborne options for low-VOC kitchens. Each product is selected based on your cabinets' wood species, your household's needs, and the look you want.
60–70% Less Than New Cabinets
A full kitchen cabinet replacement in Edmonton can easily run $20,000–$40,000+ including demolition, installation, and countertop refitting. Our refinishing service delivers a brand-new look for $4,000–$10,000 — keeping your existing layout, countertops, and plumbing exactly where they are. Same dramatic transformation, a fraction of the cost and disruption.
5-Year Written Warranty
Every cabinet surface we refinish is backed by a 5-year written workmanship warranty. If the finish chips, peels, or fails due to our work — we come back and make it right, no questions asked. That's our promise to every Edmonton homeowner.
No Hidden Costs — Ever
The price on your written estimate is the price you pay. Period. We don't surprise you with extra charges for hardware removal, grain filling, or "additional coats." Every door, every drawer, every frame is itemized upfront so you can make confident decisions before we start.
The Finishes Behind Our Results
Cabinet refinishing demands harder, more durable coatings than wall paint. We use professional-grade cabinet finishes designed for daily contact, moisture, grease, and cleaning chemicals.
Catalyzed Lacquer
The industry standard for professional cabinet refinishing. Catalyzed lacquer cures to an incredibly hard, smooth surface that resists scratches, moisture, and household chemicals. It dries fast, builds evenly, and delivers the glass-smooth finish that makes refinished cabinets look factory-made. This is our go-to for most kitchen projects in Edmonton.
Benjamin Moore Advance
A premium waterborne alkyd that self-levels beautifully and cures to a hard, furniture-grade finish. Advance is the best choice for homeowners who want a low-VOC, low-odour option without sacrificing durability or smoothness. Excellent for Edmonton homes with families or pets where air quality matters during the refinishing process.
Conversion Varnish
The hardest, most chemically resistant cabinet finish available. Conversion varnish is what high-end custom cabinet shops use — and it's what we use on projects where maximum durability is non-negotiable. Ideal for busy Edmonton kitchens, bathroom vanities exposed to moisture, and cabinets near cooking surfaces where grease resistance matters.
During your free cabinet consultation, we'll recommend the right finish based on your cabinet material, kitchen usage, desired look, and budget. We'll explain the trade-offs between each product so you can make a confident choice.
Cabinet Refinishing Pricing in Edmonton
Transparent pricing based on project scope. Includes stripping, grain filling, priming, spray finishing, clear coat, and our 5-year warranty.
Pricing depends on door count, wood type, existing finish condition, and product selection. Every estimate is detailed, written, and guaranteed — the price we quote is the price you pay. Get your free estimate or call 780-938-9555.
Edmonton Kitchen Eras and Why Cabinet Refinishing Delivers Superior Results
1970s–1980s Kitchens: Riverbend, Mill Woods, Ottewell
Edmonton's Riverbend, Mill Woods, and Ottewell neighbourhoods are filled with 1970s and 1980s homes featuring honey oak cabinets with cathedral-arch door profiles. These solid wood boxes have survived 40+ years of daily use because the construction quality was excellent — but the golden oak finish and heavy grain pattern scream "1985." Cabinet refinishing is the ideal solution for these kitchens because the open oak grain needs filling before any finish will look smooth and modern. iPaint strips the old varnish, fills every grain line, primes with bonding primer, and spray-applies catalyzed lacquer for a glass-smooth result. Refinishing these Edmonton south-side oak kitchens costs $4,000–$8,000 versus $20,000–$35,000 for new cabinets — and preserves solid wood boxes that outperform anything you would buy new today.
1990s Kitchens: Terwillegar, The Hamptons, Twin Brooks
The 1990s suburban expansion across Terwillegar Towne, The Hamptons, and Twin Brooks produced thousands of kitchens with maple raised-panel cabinets in medium-brown or amber stain finishes. By 2026, these stain finishes look heavy and outdated compared to the bright whites, cool greys, and two-tone palettes trending in Edmonton kitchen renovations. Cabinet refinishing handles the stain-to-paint conversion that standard cabinet painting cannot do as thoroughly — the existing stain is stripped completely, the tight maple grain is sealed, and conversion varnish or catalyzed lacquer is spray-applied for a harder, more durable finish than paint alone. A 30–50 door southwest Edmonton maple kitchen refinished by iPaint costs $5,000–$10,000, delivering a factory finish that resists chipping, yellowing, and fingerprints for years of daily cooking and cleaning.
2000s Kitchens: Heritage Valley, Windermere, Summerside
Builder-grade kitchens in Heritage Valley, Windermere, Summerside, and Magrath Heights — built during Edmonton's 2000s suburban boom — commonly feature thermofoil flat-panel or MDF shaker cabinets in basic white or espresso. After 10–20 years near Edmonton stovetops and dishwashers, thermofoil peels, bubbles, and yellows. Cabinet refinishing addresses the root problem: our team strips the failing thermofoil, sands the MDF substrate, applies high-adhesion bonding primer, and finishes with Benjamin Moore Advance or catalyzed lacquer for a surface that won't peel again. This approach saves Heritage Valley and Windermere homeowners $10,000–$25,000 compared to tearing out cabinet boxes that are structurally sound.
Heritage Kitchens: Glenora, Highlands, Old Strathcona
Edmonton's mature neighbourhoods — Glenora, Highlands, Old Strathcona, and Westmount — contain pre-war and mid-century homes with original custom woodwork, fir and birch cabinetry, and plaster walls. These kitchens demand refinishing rather than painting because the original wood grain and craftsmanship deserve a finish system that enhances rather than covers. iPaint's refinishing process preserves the wood character while modernizing the colour — catalyzed lacquer and conversion varnish produce a harder, more protective surface than standard paint. Mourad's Lead Safety (RRP) certification is essential for pre-1978 homes in Glenora and Highlands where lead-based finishes may be present. Heritage cabinet refinishing in these Edmonton premium neighbourhoods typically costs $5,000–$9,000 — protecting both the home's character and its resale value.
Edmonton's demand for professional cabinet refinishing continues to grow as homeowners discover the 60–70% cost savings over replacement, the 7–10-day timeline versus weeks of demolition, and the superior durability of catalyzed lacquer and conversion varnish compared to standard paint. Not sure if refinishing or painting is right for your cabinets? Need to change the door style entirely with cabinet refacing? Book your free consultation or call 780-938-9555 — we'll assess your cabinets and recommend the best path.
What's Included in Every Cabinet Refinishing Project
When you hire iPaint for cabinet refinishing, you're getting a complete, end-to-end service — not just a coat of paint on your cabinet doors.
- Full door and drawer removal — every piece is labelled, tracked, and handled with care
- Hardware removal and cataloguing — hinges, pulls, and knobs removed and stored (or replaced with your new hardware at reinstallation)
- Chemical stripping or sanding — old finish removed down to bare wood for proper adhesion
- Grain filling — open-grained woods like oak are filled for a smooth, modern finish
- Bonding primer application — professional-grade primer designed specifically for cabinetry
- Multiple spray coats — 2–3 coats of catalyzed lacquer, conversion varnish, or Benjamin Moore Advance
- Clear coat protection — final topcoat for added durability, moisture resistance, and sheen consistency
- Countertop and appliance masking — surrounding surfaces fully protected during frame finishing
- Reinstallation and alignment — every door, drawer, and hinge adjusted for perfect fit
- Final walkthrough and cleanup — we inspect every surface with you and clean up completely
- 5-year written workmanship warranty — activated at project completion
As Mourad always says: "We take care of your home as if it's ours, and we bring your house cleaned the way it was at the end of our project — or better."
Want a lighter-touch option? Cabinet painting is faster and more affordable when cabinets are in good condition and just need a colour change. Want a completely new door style? Cabinet refacing replaces doors and drawer fronts entirely. Need the walls done at the same time? Our interior painting team handles the whole kitchen in one project.
Cabinet Refinishing Across Edmonton & Surrounding Communities
We provide professional cabinet refinishing services throughout Edmonton and every community within an 80 km radius.
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Cabinet Refinishing Transformations
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Cabinet Refinishing FAQs
Straight answers to the questions Edmonton homeowners ask most about cabinet refinishing projects.
What is the difference between cabinet refinishing and cabinet painting?
Cabinet refinishing is a more thorough process. We strip the old finish down to bare wood, fill the grain, prime with bonding primer, and spray-apply multiple coats of professional-grade finish — typically catalyzed lacquer or conversion varnish — followed by a protective clear coat. Cabinet painting cleans, scuff-sands, primes, and paints over the existing surface. Refinishing delivers a harder, smoother, more durable factory-quality result that resists chipping, yellowing, and chemical damage better than paint. Painting is faster and more affordable for cabinets in good condition that just need a colour change.
How much does cabinet refinishing cost in Edmonton?
Full kitchen cabinet refinishing in Edmonton typically costs $4,000–$10,000, depending on door count, cabinet condition, wood type, and finish selected. A standard 20–35 door kitchen in Terwillegar, Riverbend, or Heritage Valley averages $6,000–$8,000. Bathroom vanity refinishing ranges from $1,000–$3,000. This is 60–70% less than new cabinets at $20,000–$40,000+. Every estimate is detailed, written, and guaranteed — the price we quote is the price you pay.
Can you change the colour of stained wood cabinets?
Yes. We can change stained wood cabinets to a different stain colour or convert them from stained to painted. The process involves fully stripping the old stain and varnish, sanding to bare wood, filling the grain for a smooth modern surface, and applying the new finish system. Going from dark stained oak to bright painted white is one of the most popular kitchen transformations in Edmonton — especially in 1990s homes across Terwillegar and The Hamptons with medium-brown maple cabinets. Refinishing is the right method for stain-to-paint conversions because it addresses the old finish completely rather than painting over it.
What is the difference between cabinet refinishing and cabinet refacing?
Cabinet refinishing strips and re-finishes your existing doors, drawers, and frames with a new professional-grade coating — preserving the original wood and door style. Cabinet refacing replaces the door and drawer fronts entirely and applies new veneer to the cabinet boxes. Refinishing is ideal when your cabinets are structurally sound and you like the door style but the finish is worn, yellowed, or outdated. Refacing is better when the door style itself needs to change — for example, converting cathedral-arch oak doors from the 1980s to modern flat shaker.
How long does cabinet refinishing take?
A typical kitchen cabinet refinishing project takes 7–10 business days from door removal to final reinstallation. This includes stripping, sanding, grain filling, bonding primer, multiple spray coats with proper cure time between each, clear coat application, and reinstallation. Larger kitchens in executive homes across Windermere or The Hamptons with 35–50+ doors may take 10–14 days. We provide a detailed timeline during your free estimate so you can plan accordingly.
What finishes do you use for cabinet refinishing?
We use three professional-grade cabinet finishes: catalyzed lacquer (the industry standard for factory-smooth results), conversion varnish (the hardest, most chemically resistant option — ideal for busy Edmonton kitchens), and Benjamin Moore Advance (a premium waterborne alkyd for low-VOC, low-odour projects). During your free consultation, Mourad recommends the right finish based on your cabinet material, kitchen usage, and the look you want.
Can you refinish oak cabinets to remove the grain texture?
Yes. Many 1970s–1980s homes in Riverbend, Mill Woods, and Ottewell have honey oak cabinets with prominent open grain that homeowners want smoothed out. Our refinishing process strips the old finish, then applies professional grain filler to level the oak grain before priming and spray-finishing. The result is a smooth, modern surface that no longer shows the heavy grain pattern — a dramatic transformation from the original 1985 look.
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