In general, budget between $30 and $60 per linear foot of cabinetry. For example, cabinet painting costs for a kitchen with 20 linear feet of cabinets would range between $600 and $1,200.

If you need to make an economical choice, painting is the way to go. Even if you are not forced into making the most economical decision, painting is still an attractive option because it gives you more money to spend elsewhere. New cabinets plus installation can cost almost half of your kitchen renovation budget.

Cost. In some cases, cabinet refacing can be just as expensive as cabinet replacement. If that's the case and you're trying to save on costs, painting cabinets is another alternative. Expect to pay an average of $26,000 when replacing cabinets, but the cost can go down to as low as $13,500.

We've found that cabinets painted with cheap paint will fail quite quickly. A lower-grade paint tends to varnish faster and can't hold up to the wear and tear that your cabinets are bound to endure. We recommend using one of two products: Sherwin Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel or Benjamin Moore's Advance.