How We Refinish Kitchen Cabinetry
A more controlled way to refinish a kitchen
A kitchen finish has to perform in one of the hardest-working rooms in the home. It needs to withstand daily use, regular cleaning, heat, moisture, hands, pets, children and all the small knocks that come with real family life.
Our studio process gives us the time and control to prepare each component properly, build the finish in considered stages and return the kitchen feeling not only refreshed, but properly resolved.
Assessment and specification
We inspect the cabinetry, discuss the appearance you want and identify the work needed before finishing.
Colour references, sheen, hardware changes and any replacement components are agreed within the specification.
Preparation
Careful cleaning, repairs, sanding and priming create the foundation for the new coating.
The precise preparation depends on the substrate and existing finish.
Components are labelled and removed where required, and surrounding areas are protected for work in the home.
The spray-finishing route
Suitable removable components are prepared and spray finished in a controlled workshop environment.
The coating system and drying stages are specified for the cabinetry.
Fixed frames and panels are prepared and finished on site according to the agreed method.
The hand-painting route
Specialist hand painting is planned around the construction and access available. Components may be removed where needed, while fixed cabinetry is prepared and painted in the home.
The selected system is applied in stages, allowing the required drying time between coats.
Drying and curing
A finish may be ready for careful handling before it reaches its full service properties.
We explain the relevant drying and curing requirements and how to treat the cabinetry during the early period after completion.
Refitting and final checks
Removed components are refitted and the agreed adjustments completed.
We check movement, alignment and finish details, then provide aftercare advice for the specified coating.
What happens on-site
With spray finishing most of the work takes place within our Cardiff workshop, while certain elements are completed in your home.
These typically include frames, end panels and fixed components that can’t be removed.
We manage this carefully — using professional masking, floor protection and controlled extraction — keeping disruption to a minimum while maintaining a consistent finish across the whole kitchen.
This allows us to combine the control of the workshop with the practicality of working within the space.
Why Process Matters
A kitchen isn’t just a collection of parts — it’s a space used every day.
By controlling the environment, preparation and curing, we’re able to deliver a finish that feels consistent across every surface and holds up over time.
Our approach tends to suit homeowners who value a more considered, craft-led process — working with kitchens that are well made and worth keeping.
Our Cardiff workshop is set up specifically for cabinetry finishing — with controlled airflow, preparation space and drying conditions.
A finish that’s considered from start to completion.
Considered from the outset
Every project begins with an understanding of the space — how the kitchen is used, how light moves through it, and how the finish will sit alongside surrounding materials.
Refined with intention
Colour and finish aren’t chosen in isolation. We guide decisions where needed, ensuring the final result feels balanced and cohesive within the home.
Resolved before completion
A spray sample is created ahead of final application, allowing the finish to be reviewed and confirmed before the full project is completed.
The aim isn’t simply to change the cabinet colour — but to create a finish that feels considered, consistent, and right for the space.
Need to know more?
Download our detailed guide for a clear, detailed overview of how we work, what to expect,
and whether our approach is right for your space.