Painted & stained finishes
Conversion-varnish paint for durability; rift-cut white oak and walnut for grain-forward looks.
+8 – 15% for painted
Indicative NYC pricing — final scope confirmed at estimate.
About painted & stained finishes
Finish choice drives both the look and the long-term maintenance of your cabinetry. Factory-applied conversion varnish and catalyzed lacquer are dramatically more durable than any site-applied paint.
Stained and natural wood hides fingerprints and wear better than a light painted finish, which is worth considering around a busy family kitchen.
Specifier's tips
- Always approve a physical finish sample under your own kitchen lighting
- Order a touch-up kit with the cabinets — matching later is nearly impossible
- Painted white oak in a two-tone scheme keeps a light kitchen from feeling flat
Frequently asked
Will painted cabinets chip?
Factory conversion varnish resists chipping well. Hairline movement cracks at door joints are normal in painted wood and not a defect.
Can you repaint existing cabinets?
Yes, if the boxes are solid. A sprayed on-site finish will not match factory durability, but it's a strong budget refresh.