What's the difference between cabinet painting and refinishing?

Cabinet painting applies a fresh coat of paint over prepared surfaces using spray equipment — this is what AP Sprayers specialises in. Refinishing traditionally means stripping back to bare wood and restoring the natural grain with stain or varnish. Most UK homeowners asking about refinishing actually want a painted spray finish, which is what we deliver across Essex, Hertfordshire, and London.

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Cabinet painting and refinishing are terms often used interchangeably, but they refer to slightly different processes. Painting means applying a new coat of paint over prepared surfaces — this is what AP Sprayers does using professional spray equipment. Refinishing traditionally refers to stripping back to bare wood and applying stain or varnish to restore the natural grain. In the UK market, most customers asking about refinishing actually want a painted respray finish rather than a stained wood look. AP Sprayers specialises in spray painting — delivering a smooth, durable, factory-like finish in any colour across Essex, Hertfordshire, and London.

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Q1. Should I paint my kitchen cabinets or replace them? ​

Q2. How much does professional kitchen cabinet painting cost?

Q3. What's included in a professional kitchen cabinet respray?

Q4. How long does kitchen cabinet painting take?

Q5. Can you paint kitchen cabinets without sanding?

Q6. How long do painted kitchen cabinets last?

Q7. What paint colours make a kitchen look more expensive?

Q8. Should I paint my kitchen cabinets myself or hire a pro?

Q9. How to find a reliable kitchen cabinet painter near me

Q10. Why is kitchen cabinet painting so expensive

Q11. What questions should I ask before hiring a cabinet painter?

Q12. Can you paint laminate kitchen cabinets?