Kitchen Journal

We recently spent a few days in Copenhagen exploring some of the studios, homes, showrooms and design spaces that have helped shape modern Scandinavian interiors. What struck us wasn't a particular colour, trend or product. It was restraint. Again and again, we saw interiors that felt calm, sophisticated and timeless—not because they contained more, but because they contained less. The materials were honest. The colour palettes were simple. The furniture was allowed to speak

Most people associate craftsmanship with building a kitchen. And rightly so. The structure, proportions, and materials form the foundation of everything that follows. When a kitchen is well made, you can feel it immediately — in the weight of the doors, the alignment of the cabinetry, the way it’s been put together. But even the best-built kitchen can be let down by its finish. And equally, a well-finished kitchen allows the original craftsmanship to fully come through. Kitc

Detail retained through careful preparation and controlled coating build — not filled, softened, or lost in the finish Most people notice colour first. We notice the edges. Because in joinery refinishing, it’s not the topcoat that defines the result — it’s everything that happens before it. A finish can look right from a distance. Up close, the details tell a different story. Even coverage across both open detail and flat sections — built carefully to avoid heavy edges or inc

From dated beech to Farrow & Ball Pigeon — a quieter, more considered kitchen in Canton, Cardiff. Many of the kitchens we see across Canton and wider Cardiff follow a similar pattern — solid, well-built cabinetry, but finished in dated oak tones that no longer suit the space. This project was no different. Rather than replacing the kitchen entirely, the brief was simple: lighten the space, modernise the feel, and retain what was already there. The Existing Kitchen The origin

On a single street in Gwaelod Y Garth, there are just eight houses. We’ve now worked on three of them — all with the same issue. And we’re booked to return for a fourth in June 2026. That’s half the street. What’s happening High gloss white - complete vinyl failure Each kitchen was originally installed by the same builder, and over time, the vinyl finish has begun to fail in the same way: Edges lifting Peeling around heat and moisture Adhesive breaking down beneath the surfac

Previously sprayed kitchen - from another Cardiff company Refinished in Farrow & Ball Hicks Blue - by Bespoke Spray Studio At first glance, all kitchen spraying can look similar. The difference becomes clear over time. Preparation Professional refinishing prioritises preparation. Cheaper services often reduce time here to lower costs. Environment Workshop spraying offers controlled conditions. On-site spraying is faster, but more exposed to dust and environmental variation. M

Not all kitchens are the same — and not all surfaces behave in the same way when refinished. Vinyl-wrapped kitchens Vinyl kitchens can be refinished, but condition matters. If the vinyl is: Peeling Lifting Damaged It often needs to be removed before refinishing can begin. When properly prepared, these kitchens can be successfully sprayed. Vinyl-wrapped kitchen fully stripped back and refinished in Farrow & Ball Treron Solid wood kitchens Handmade solid wood kitchens naturally

From the outside, kitchen spraying can seem like a quick transformation. In reality, it’s a structured process — and each stage plays a role in the final result. The first step — removing and organising each component before workshop preparation Step 1 — Removal and labelling Doors, drawers, and removable panels are carefully removed and labelled. This ensures everything is reinstalled precisely as it was. Kitchen door - thoroughly degreased Step 2 — Workshop preparation Once

Kitchen colour trends change every year, but the most successful kitchens aren’t trend-led. They’re considered in context — shaped by light, materials, and how the space is used. Island refinished in Farrow & Ball Peignoir — a soft, muted tone that sits comfortably with natural stone and brass details Moving away from flat white High-gloss white kitchens are gradually being replaced by softer, more tonal palettes. Popular directions include: Warm neutrals (stone, clay, off-wh

One of the most common questions we’re asked is how long a sprayed kitchen will last. It’s a fair question — particularly when deciding between refinishing and replacing. The honest answer is that longevity depends on two things: the finishing process and how the kitchen is used . Refinshed kitchen in Farrow & Ball Salon Drab & Drop Cloth A well-finished kitchen should last for years When a kitchen is properly prepared and refinished using professional coatings, it should co

When comparing kitchen spraying quotes, the range can feel confusing. Some come in surprisingly low, while others sit significantly higher — often for what appears to be the same end result. But the difference isn’t just price. It’s process. At a glance, kitchen spraying can look straightforward: sand, prime, paint. In reality, the finish — and how long it lasts — is defined almost entirely by what happens before the final coat is applied, and the environment it’s applied in

Refinished kitchen with lighter cabinetry to open up the space and rebalance the room. Original kitchen with darker cabinetry and timber elements before refinishing. For many kitchens, the answer is yes — but only in the right circumstances. Kitchen refinishing is often considered when the space still works, but the finish no longer feels right. Cabinets may be well made, the layout practical, but visually the kitchen feels dated or disconnected from the rest of the home. In

The island was refinished in a deep blue and paired with a new light worktop to rebalance the room. Original kitchen island with timber worktop and painted cabinetry before refinishing Kitchen refinishing is the process of updating an existing kitchen by restoring and re-coating the original cabinetry, rather than replacing it. Instead of removing units, altering layouts or installing new carcasses, the focus is on improving what’s already there — refining the finish, colou

Bert & May tile samples now available to view in our workshop — including bespoke RAL colour options to align perfectly with your kitchen palette. We now source tiles from Bert & May, with a curated selection available to view in our workshop. This isn’t about adding another product line. It’s about improving how a kitchen comes together as a whole. Most kitchens we work on don’t need replacing — the layout works, the cabinetry is sound — but the surrounding finishes often da

Spray-finished samples produced in the studio — allowing colours, sheen and grain detail to be assessed properly before any kitchen is refinished. If you’re planning a kitchen refinishing project, choosing a colour from a small swatch or online image rarely tells the full story. At Bespoke Spray Studio, we approach colour differently. A More Considered Way to Choose Colour Before any spraying begins, we invite clients into our Cardiff workshop for a dedicated colour consultat

For many homes, the kitchen isn’t the problem. The layout works. The cabinetry is well made. The space functions as it should. What’s changed is the finish. Over time, colours date, surfaces wear, and what once felt right no longer suits the rest of the home. The default response is often to consider a full replacement — but in many cases, that simply isn’t necessary. Learn more about our process on our kitchen refinishing page . A more considered approach Refinishing allows

Our dedicated spray booth area, designed to provide a clean, controlled environment for applying consistent, durable finishes to kitchen cabinetry. Why the environment matters more than the paint itself When people think about kitchen refinishing, they usually focus on the colour or the final look. But the quality of the finish is shaped long before that — by the environment it’s applied in. At our Cardiff studio, we’ve built a dedicated spray workshop designed specifically f

When homeowners start researching how to update a kitchen, the same question comes up repeatedly: Should you spray a kitchen, or hand paint it? At first glance, both approaches appear to offer a similar outcome — a colour change, a refreshed look, a “new” kitchen without replacement. In reality, the two methods produce fundamentally different finishes . This comes down to three things: how the paint is applied the environment it is applied in and the type of coating used Unde

Kitchen & Island in Merthyr - refinished instead of replaced If you’re considering updating your kitchen, one of the first questions is usually: how much does it cost to professionally refinish a kitchen? The answer depends on the size, condition and complexity of the cabinetry — but it’s also important to understand that not all kitchen spraying is the same. At Bespoke Spray Studio, we approach kitchen respraying as kitchen refinishing. That means the focus is not simply on

When it comes to updating kitchens, fitted furniture, and interior joinery, the method of paint application has a huge impact on the final result. While brushes and rollers are commonly used in general decorating, professional spray finishing delivers a noticeably higher standard of appearance, durability, and consistency. For homeowners, interior designers, and property developers across Cardiff and South Wales , choosing spray application means achieving a refined, factory