Cabinet refinishing that reads as new millwork, not painted cabinets
Cabinets are the hardest finish in a house to get right. They get grabbed, splashed, steamed and slammed every single day, and every brush mark shows under kitchen lighting. Done right, with degreasing, deglossing, a bonding primer, sprayed topcoats and a full cure before reassembly, refinishing gives you the look of new doors at a fraction of a replacement kitchen.
- CSLB #976750
- Fully insured
- Owner-operated since 2006
Written into the scope, not assumed.
Every line below appears on your estimate. If something is not listed, ask. We would rather over-explain than surprise you.
Labeled teardown
Doors, drawer fronts and hardware come off, get numbered and bagged, and go back exactly where they started.
Degrease, then deglossed
Kitchen cabinets carry years of cooking oil. Skip the degreasing step and the best primer on the market will still peel.
Bonding primer
Specified for your substrate: thermofoil, laminate, oak, maple and previously finished cabinets all need different handling.
Sprayed finish coats
Doors and fronts are sprayed in a controlled area and racked flat, so you get an even film with no brush texture.
Grain filling on request
Open-grain oak can be filled and sanded for a smooth, contemporary painted look instead of a painted-oak look.
Cure time respected
Cabinet coatings need real cure time before they take daily abuse. We stage reassembly around it and tell you when to load them back up.
Step by step, start to walkthrough.
Kitchens, islands, bathroom vanities, built-ins, bookcases and laundry cabinetry across the Five Cities and Greater SLO County.
- 01
Assess the boxes
We check substrate, door style, hinge type and condition. Not every cabinet is worth refinishing, and we will tell you if yours is not.
- 02
Written estimate
Door and drawer count, prep level, product system, sheen and hardware plan, itemized.
- 03
Sample door
We finish one door in your chosen color and sheen so you can live with it under your own kitchen lights.
- 04
Teardown and containment
Hardware bagged and labeled, kitchen sealed off, counters and appliances fully protected.
- 05
Prep and spray
Clean, sand, prime, sand again, then spray finish coats on boxes, doors and fronts.
- 06
Reassemble and adjust
Doors rehung, hinges adjusted so reveals are even, and a final inspection with you.
People who already had us out.
“Gus did a terrific job on painting my exterior trim and garage door. Beautiful quality work!”
“Piñon Painting has been a great company to work with: professional, communicative and genuinely easy to deal with from the estimate through the final walkthrough.”
“I called and they were able to come within the hour. Responsive when I needed someone quickly, and the work held up.”
About cabinet painting & refinishing
How much cheaper is refinishing than replacing cabinets?
It varies with kitchen size and condition, but refinishing typically lands at a small fraction of a full cabinet replacement, and it does not require demolition, new countertops, or a kitchen you cannot use for weeks. If your boxes are solid and the layout works, refinishing is usually the better spend.
How long is my kitchen out of commission?
Most kitchens run three to five working days on site. You keep your sink and appliances throughout; what you lose is cabinet access while doors are off and curing.
Will the finish chip or peel?
Not when the prep is right. The failures people describe almost always trace back to skipped degreasing, no bonding primer, or cabinets put back into service before the coating cured. Those three steps are non-negotiable on our jobs.
Can you refinish oak cabinets so the grain does not show?
Yes. Open-grain oak can be grain-filled and sanded before priming for a smooth modern look. It adds labor, so we price it as an option and show you both on a sample door.
Do you replace hinges and hardware?
We can. Swapping to soft-close hinges or new pulls at the same time is efficient since everything is already off. It is listed separately on the estimate.
Get a written estimate for cabinet painting & refinishing.
Tell us what you are working with. Gus will call to set up a walkthrough, usually the same or next business day.
Prefer to talk? (805) 234-0762
Mon–Fri 7am–6pm · Sat 8am–2pm
Cabinet Painting & Refinishing across the Five Cities and SLO County.
- Arroyo GrandeHome base. Same-day estimate visits are usually possible.
- Pismo BeachAbout 10 minutes from our Arroyo Grande shop.
- Grover BeachAbout 8 minutes from our Arroyo Grande shop.
- San Luis ObispoAbout 20 minutes up the 101 from Arroyo Grande.
- NipomoAbout 12 minutes south of our Arroyo Grande shop.
- Shell BeachAbout 12 minutes from our Arroyo Grande shop.
Other services
Interior Painting
Straight lines, even sheen, and prep that holds up long after the drop cloths come out.
What’s included
Exterior Painting
Coatings specified for salt air, coastal fog and Central Coast sun, with the prep to back them.
What’s included
Power Washing
Salt film, chalking and mildew off: the step that decides whether the next coat sticks.
What’s included
Decorative Finishes
Venetian plaster, limewash, glazes and distressed woodwork: the fine-finish side of the business.
What’s included
Light Carpentry
Rotted trim, fascia and casing replaced before paint, because paint does not fix wood.
What’s included
Tell us about your project
Send a few details or call and talk to Gus directly. You will get a written, itemized estimate, and a straight answer about what your home actually needs.