Cabinet Painting · Irving, TX
Irving kitchens: Las Colinas maple and Old Town originals.
Irving cabinet jobs split along the same line as the rest of the city. Out at Las Colinas and Valley Ranch it is stain-grade maple and alder from the nineties and 2000s; closer to Old Town it is 1960s and 70s joinery with decades of enamel on it.
Here is what cabinet painting in Irving actually involves.
The Las Colinas and Hackberry Creek kitchens are large and generally well built, and the substrate is usually maple. That is more forgiving than oak because the grain is tight — a smooth painted result does not have to fight open pores — but factory lacquer on maple is slick, so it needs thorough de-glossing or the primer sits on top of it instead of bonding. These kitchens also tend to include a butler’s pantry and a bar that belong in the same scope if the result is going to look finished.
Nearer Old Town the cabinetry is older and the questions are different: what is already on the wood, and whether the doors are inset. Several generations of oil enamel over an unknown base means we test one door before choosing how to prepare the rest, and on inset doors the film build at the edges has to be controlled or they stop closing properly.
Here is what the price covers.
- A detailed written quote outlining the work and how long it will take
- A color session with our Color Consultant — nothing starts until you approve
- Full preparation of every door, drawer front and cabinet box
- Cabinet painting carried out to minimize disruption to your kitchen
- Honest, transparent communication from friendly, trained employees
- Satisfaction guarantee, and a crew you can call after the job is done
Cabinet Painting in Irving, in detail.
The parts of a cabinet painting job that people ask about separately.
These are the questions we hear most about cabinet painting in Irving.
Do maple cabinets need the grain filled?
No — maple is tight-grained and takes a smooth painted finish without it. That is oak’s problem. Maple does need thorough de-glossing so the primer bonds to the factory lacquer.
How long will the kitchen be disrupted?
The average cabinet job runs three to four days and the process is fairly invasive. We set out exactly what to expect and how we will minimize it before anything starts.
What type of paint is best for cabinets?
Semi-gloss and gloss finishes are the best choice. Cabinets see a lot of use and wear, and glossier finishes offer higher durability as well as a surface that is easier to clean.
Is it a good idea to paint kitchen cabinets?
If you want to freshen up your kitchen and change the look of the space, painting your cabinets is an extremely easy and affordable way of doing it. The best way to make sure it adds value is to hire professionals who use top-quality paint and help you select the right color.
How invasive is the process?
The average cabinet job takes between three and four days and the process is fairly invasive. We discuss exactly what to expect up front and how we will minimize the disruption.
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