Same Cabinets. A Completely New Kitchen.Give Your Cabinets a Fresh Look.
Empire Painting transforms outdated kitchen cabinets with careful prep and professional coatings. No full remodel. No deposit required. Pay when the work is complete. On-site estimates usually done in about an hour. Backed by a written 3-year warranty on qualifying work.Refresh your kitchen with careful prep and professional cabinet painting — no deposit, pay when complete, and on-site estimates in about an hour.
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Why Choose Empire for Cabinet Painting
- Locally ownedBased in Delafield
- Since 2003Serving Southeast Wisconsin
- No depositPay when complete
- 3-year written warrantyOn qualifying work
Local experience, careful cleaning and sanding, and a clear written plan for your cabinets—from preparation through final review.
Cabinet Replacement Alternative
Make the Kitchen Feel New Without Replacing the Cabinets
Give solid, dated cabinets a fresh look without replacing them. Empire reviews the finish and condition, helps plan your colors, and handles the careful prep that makes the difference.
- Cabinets, islands, vanities and built-ins
- A fresh finish for solid, dated cabinets
- An alternative to full cabinet replacement
- Colors coordinated with your kitchen
Real Customer Experiences
Care for Your Cabinets. Respect for Your Home.
Cabinet, interior and residential painting reviews.
Cabinet painting · Kitchen island
“Empire Painting completed a job painting our island from white to a beautiful navy blue. They were great on every level — communication with the office, quote, showing up as expected, professionalism, and quality of workmanship.”Terry Colburn
Cabinet painting · Kitchen & laundry
“I could not be more satisfied with the look of my newly painted kitchen and laundry cabinets. Their attention to detail was impressive and the team did a fantastic job in every step of the process.”Monika Indig
Interior painting · Basement ceiling
“We had our basement ceiling sprayed and it turned out beautiful. They took great care to make sure no paint went where it should not. Very professional, right on time, polite, and cleaned up everything at the end of the day.”Sandra
Whole-home interior painting
“Empire painted our whole house interior and was great to work with from beginning to end. The process was smooth through the estimate, scheduling, color consultation, and painting. The team was prompt, professional, friendly, and did great work.”Erica Cooley
Residential painting
“We had a fantastic experience with Empire from the initial estimate to the final clean up. They were professional, meticulous, and did great work. Would highly recommend and hire again.”Maria Smith
Before & After Cabinet Painting Results
See the Difference Cabinet Painting Can Make
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Prep Is the Difference
Preparation Is What Makes Cabinet Painting Work
A lasting cabinet finish starts with the right preparation for your surfaces and the way your kitchen is used.
- Degreasing and surface cleaning where needed
- Sanding and adhesion-focused prep
- Protection for floors, counters, appliances and nearby rooms
- Careful review of doors, drawers, frames and touch points
THE EMPIRE APPROACH
Careful Prep.
A Clear Process.
- ReviewReview your cabinets, colors and written scope.
- Protect & PrepProtect surrounding surfaces; clean and sand cabinets.
- PaintApply coatings with care for edges and finish.
- Final ReviewWalk through the finished work together. Pay when complete.
Have Photos Handy?
Send a few kitchen views and close-ups of the finish. Phone photos are perfect.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting FAQs
Can I schedule a cabinet painting estimate now?
Yes. Schedule a free estimate online or call our team to discuss your cabinets, color goals and preferred timing.
Is cabinet painting worth it?
Cabinet painting can be worth it when the cabinet boxes are solid and the main issue is the color, finish or dated look. It can refresh a kitchen without the disruption and expense of full cabinet replacement.
What cabinets can be painted?
Many wood, oak, stained and previously painted cabinets can be painted when they are structurally sound and properly prepared. Empire reviews the current finish, condition, door style, layout and wear areas before recommending the best next step.
How important is prep for cabinet painting?
Prep is extremely important. Cabinets need to be cleaned, sanded, masked and prepared correctly so the final result has the best chance to look clean and hold up to regular use.
Can you help choose cabinet colors?
Yes. Empire can help homeowners think through cabinet colors, island colors, trim colors, wall colors and how the kitchen connects to nearby rooms.
Do you paint bathroom vanities and built-ins?
Yes. In addition to kitchen cabinets, Empire can review bathroom vanities, built-ins, mudroom cabinets and other finish-work pieces.
Do you require a deposit?
No. Empire Painting does not require a deposit before work begins. Payment is due when the project is complete.
What areas do you serve for cabinet painting?
Empire Painting serves Waukesha County, Lake Country, Milwaukee-area communities and nearby Southeast Wisconsin from its Delafield-based team.
How do I get started?
Schedule a free estimate online first. You can also call Empire or upload photos of the kitchen, cabinet layout, doors, drawers and current finish.
How much does kitchen cabinet painting cost?
Cabinet painting cost depends on the number of doors and drawers, cabinet condition, prep needs, layout, color changes and finish expectations. A project review is the best way to get an accurate scope.
Is it better to paint or replace kitchen cabinets?
Replacement may make sense when cabinets are damaged, poorly built, or the layout no longer works. Painting may be a smarter first move when the boxes are solid and the homeowner wants a refreshed look.
Can oak kitchen cabinets be painted?
Yes, many oak cabinets can be painted with the right prep and expectations. Empire can review grain, finish condition, color goals and the best approach for the home.
Can cabinet painting be paired with interior painting?
Yes. Many homeowners pair cabinet painting with kitchen wall painting, trim painting, ceiling painting or nearby room updates for a more complete refresh.
How long does cabinet painting take?
Timing depends on cabinet count, door and drawer quantity, prep, existing finish, layout, dry time and whether walls or trim are included. Empire outlines the expected schedule after reviewing the project.
Are cabinet doors and drawers removed for painting?
The exact setup depends on the cabinet construction and project scope. Empire reviews how doors, drawers, frames, hardware and surrounding surfaces will be handled before work begins.
Will wood grain still show after painting?
It can. Oak and other open-grain woods may retain visible texture after painting. The amount of grain that remains depends on the wood, existing finish, prep and the agreed project expectations.
Do you paint the inside of cabinet boxes?
Cabinet interiors are not automatically included in every project. Interior surfaces, shelves and specialty areas should be discussed during the project review so the written scope is clear.
Can cabinet hardware be changed during the project?
Hardware changes may be possible depending on hole placement, door and drawer condition and the new hardware selected. Share photos and hardware plans early so the scope can be reviewed.
What photos should I send for a cabinet estimate?
Send wide photos of the full kitchen, closeups of doors and drawers, the current finish, islands, vanities, visible wear or damage, and any areas where you are considering wall or trim painting.
MEET YOUR ESTIMATOR
Matt Hoskins
Matt walks through your project, answers your questions, and helps turn your cabinet ideas into a clear written plan.
Cabinet painting. Start with the right plan.
A fresh cabinet finish.
A clear estimate with Matt.
Thinking about a new look for your kitchen, vanity or built-ins? Meet Matt Hoskins, your Empire Painting project consultant. He’ll review the existing finish and condition, talk through your color ideas and explain the preparation and work included in your written estimate.
Updating the rooms around your cabinets too? Choose a cabinet visit or an interior painting appointment below. Our Delafield-based team serves Waukesha County, Lake Country and Greater Milwaukee.
No deposit. Pay when complete.
Book Your Free Cabinet Painting Estimate
Give your kitchen a fresh look with a plan for careful preparation and a smooth finish. Matt will review your cabinets, discuss colors and coatings, and explain the included work in a clear, written quote during your visit.
Schedule online and save $150 on your painting project.
Also planning interior painting?
Choose a room or whole-home estimate if your project includes more than cabinets.
