Cabinet refinishing in Ottawa — restore, don't replace
Re-stain or repaint your existing wood cabinets for far less than a new kitchen. Same boxes, brand-new look.
- Tidy crews, daily cleanup
- Quality paints
- Locally owned in Ottawa
- Proudly Canadian
Within 1 business day
Most jobs start in 1–3 weeks
Interior painting year-round
What cabinet refinishing includes
- Strip or sand existing finish
- Re-stain in your chosen tone
- Or convert to painted finish
- Repair chips, dings and water damage
- Replace damaged doors if needed
- Reinstall or upgrade hardware
- Cabinet-grade lacquer or enamel topcoat
"Restained our oak kitchen instead of ripping it out. Two years in and it still looks new."
Refinishing vs. repainting — what's the difference?
Assessment
We check the wood, joints and finish to confirm refinishing is the right call.
Strip or sand
Old finish removed. Repairs and grain filling done as needed.
Stain or paint
New stain coat (oil or water-based) or full painted finish, your choice.
Topcoat
Two coats of cabinet-grade clear lacquer or enamel for daily-use durability.
Why Ottawa homeowners choose us
If your cabinet boxes and doors are solid wood and structurally sound, refinishing makes more sense than replacing. You keep your layout, save the money and the landfill, and end up with a finish built for kitchen use.
Frequently asked questions
How much is cabinet refinishing vs. replacement in Ottawa?
Refinishing typically runs $3,000–$6,500. New kitchen cabinets in Ottawa start around $12,000 and can exceed $40,000.
Can you re-stain darker cabinets lighter?
Going lighter requires full strip and sometimes a bleach step — possible but more labor. We can quote both options at the site visit.
What if a few doors are damaged?
We can source replacement doors from local suppliers and finish them to match the rest. Often cheaper than re-doing everything.
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Service areas
Painters across Ottawa neighborhoods
Local crews serving every corner of the city — book the area closest to you.
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