PAINTING OAK WOOD KITCHEN CABINETS to give them an updated look
Upgrade Your Oak Kitchen Cabinets with Professional Painting Services – A Cost-Effective and Stylish Alternative to Replacement
Oak cabinet painting is a practical solution for kitchens with structurally sound cabinets, especially when homeowners cannot justify the expense and inconvenience of replacing their oak kitchen cabinets.
A common question we receive is whether it's advisable to paint over oak or honey oak cabinets. Found in many homes across Canada, oak cabinets can be refreshed by simply applying a fresh coat of paint, transforming outdated cabinets into a modern, bright, and stylish space.
Painting Oak Cabinets: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can you paint over oak cabinets?
Absolutely! Repainting oak cabinets is a smart option for those with structurally sound cabinets who want to avoid the cost and hassle of a full replacement.
2. What kind of paint should be used on oak cabinets?
Benjamin Moore's Advance is an excellent cabinet paint for oak cabinets. This water-based hybrid paint acts like oil, making it easy to clean and highly durable once fully cured.
3. What sheen is best?
Pearl (or satin) sheen finish is the most popular choice. For a glossier finish, opt for semi-gloss. High gloss may reveal more imperfections, so we recommend semi-gloss for a shinier appearance.
4. How much does it cost to paint oak cabinets?
The average cost to paint oak kitchen cabinets ranges from $80 to $120 per door. Factors that can increase the cost include:
Excessively greasy oak cabinets
Damaged oak cabinets
Oak cabinets requiring touch-ups with wood filler and caulking
Filling oak wood grain
5. How to hide the grain in oak cabinets? How do you minimize the grain when painting oak cabinets?
Two top products for filling wood grain in oak cabinet doors are Aqua Coat and DAP wood filler. Aqua Coat is pricier but easier to apply and sand after application. Filling grain will only hide darker grain lines, not create a flat-panel shaker door appearance.
6. How to prep oak cabinets before painting?
Follow these steps:
Degrease with TSP or Krud Kutter
Scuff sand after degreasing and drying
Remove dust with an air compressor
Apply two coats of primer (Zinsser's BIN recommended) and lightly sand between coats
Fill oak grain after the first coat of primer
7. Do I have to sand oak cabinets before painting them?
Yes, sanding helps with paint and primer adhesion and removes any missed surface contaminants during degreasing.
8. Should I spray or brush and roll my oak cabinets?
Spray kitchen cabinet oak doors and the kitchen structure for a long-lasting factory finish.
9. What color should I paint my oak cabinets?
Choose any color from Benjamin Moore, but be aware that lighter shades may make dark grain lines more prominent. In such cases, consider filling the oak wood grain for optimal results.
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