Can you stain existing kitchen cabinets?

• <div><p>Yes, you can stain existing kitchen cabinets. Perhaps you’ve moved into a new home but aren’t in love with the existing stain. Luckily, you don’t have to tear out the old cabinets and replace them. You can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-refinish-kitchen-cabinets.htm">refinish your kitchen cabinets</a> by removing the old stain—either by sanding or with a chemical stripper—then applying new stain and sealer to achieve the look you want for less than the cost of installing new cabinets.</p></div>

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Q: Is it cheaper to paint or replace kitchen cabinets?

• <div><p>It is cheaper to paint kitchen cabinets than to replace them. Painting costs range from <b>$400 to $1,300</b>, based on the size and complexity of the project and the average costs in your area. In contrast, replacing kitchen cabinets can cost several thousand dollars, including materials, installation, and potential modifications to countertops and plumbing. </p></div>

Q: Can you stain existing kitchen cabinets?

• <div><p>Yes, you can stain existing kitchen cabinets. Perhaps you&rsquo;ve moved into a new home but aren&rsquo;t in love with the existing stain. Luckily, you don&rsquo;t have to tear out the old cabinets and replace them. You can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-refinish-kitchen-cabinets.htm">refinish your kitchen cabinets</a> by removing the old stain&mdash;either by sanding or with a chemical stripper&mdash;then applying new stain and sealer to achieve the look you want for less than the cost of installing new cabinets.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of refinishing cabinets instead of replacing them?

• <div><p>Refinishing cabinets preserves the framework, updates appearances cost-effectively, reduces material wastage, and allows color and style customization.</p></div>

Q: What cabinet finish stays the cleanest?

• <div><p>Due to frequent use, cabinet handles tend to get dirty no matter what. But if you&rsquo;re looking for the best options, stainless steel and pewter are both durable choices that are ready for the long haul with minimal cleaning needs. Brass tends to be the most demanding pick of metal hardware options.</p></div>

Q: What materials are commonly used in cabinet refinishing?

• <div><p>High-performance lacquers, paints, and glazes are common materials for refinishing.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2017
Awesome! Ron was responsive and and his team delivered our kitchen reno on budget and in a timely manner. We are grateful for their expertise in kitchen reno and their professionalism, they were even kind to our annoying puppy. A+
Cabinets Plus Remodeling
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Reviewed in June 2012
Unlike most people they understood exactly what I wanted. They gave me an estimate and stuck to it. They were very clean and cleaned up after themselves. Their workmanship was perfect. I think they do cupboards and things like that too. I just gave them a key and let them go for it. I plan...
Parkside Counters & Woodworks
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Reviewed in April 2015
I purchased my kitchen cabinets from Forest Kitchen and Bath. The quality, price, and service was exceptional, but what prompted me to write a review was the continued service and personal help that came afterward. Due to a misunderstanding having nothing to do with Forest Kitchen and Bath, I...
Forest Kitchen & Bath
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Reviewed in February 2013
Mark was on time, inspected the area and gave me an estimate and was billed for that amount. Work was done quickly, thoroughly and very clean. Timely and affordable with quality work.
Nails & Pails Home Improvement
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Reviewed in November 2009
He came almost immediately to our home, looked at our areas of concern, made suggestions for the repairs, and advised us to place a gutter along the roof above our kitchen window. He gave us the name of a local contractor for the gutter work and even contacted him for us and brought him up to...
Huls General Contracting
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Reviewed in January 2011
Well its a slow proccess to begin with but they came in and were out and finished on the day that they said they were and I was overly pleased and had them come back to do more work.
H & L Restorations
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Reviewed in October 2018
I gave Xpro Remodeling a 50% deposit of $1,600 to start a job. They agreed to start in late August, and then took on another job, trying to push my work out two months. I asked for a refund and/or the possibility to bump me in earlier as I was having a tenant move in and she did not want work...
XPro Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2020
I requested a quote, he called me iddediately, about 9:00 PM, and we made an appt. for him to come the next day about 6:00 PM. He did not show nor call. I was surprised as he had seemed eager and had two excellent reviews. I assumed something had come up unexpectedly and that he'd be in touch...
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"Work was of very poor quality. Communication was poor. Job was stopped due to lack of trust in contractor’s ability of willingness to correct issues. The job was planned for 8 weeks, incomplete after 8 months. Contractor did not order all required parts before starting. Used lower quality materials than specified in contract. Non matching materials were also used. Wainscoting panels were poorly assembled with large gaps and nail holes visible throughout the work. Some panels were fastened with a single nail into drywall, and kept in place with caulking and paint. Drywall compound was used instead of an appropriate wood filler. Filler was not sanded and visible through paint. Paint heavily applied resulting in drips, runs and heavy orange peel texture. Molding turn-ins not installed. Stain work roughly applied with runs and over staining throughout. Lost trust in contractor. Poor communication throughout. Job remains incomplete."

Jessica C on October 2025

"Work was of very poor quality. Communication was poor. Job was stopped due to lack of trust in contractor’s ability of willingness to correct issues. The job was planned for 8 weeks, incomplete after 8 months. Contractor did not order all required parts before starting. Used lower quality materials than specified in contract. Non matching materials were also used. Wainscoting panels were poorly assembled with large gaps and nail holes visible throughout the work. Some panels were fastened with a single nail into drywall, and kept in place with caulking and paint. Drywall compound was used instead of an appropriate wood filler. Filler was not sanded and visible through paint. Paint heavily applied resulting in drips, runs and heavy orange peel texture. Molding turn-ins not installed. Stain work roughly applied with runs and over staining throughout. Lost trust in contractor. Poor communication throughout. Job remains incomplete."

Jessica C on October 2025

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