It’s amazing how a fresh coat of paint on your cabinets can make your whole kitchen feel new again. Give your kitchen, bathroom, or built-ins a fresh, modern look—without the cost or mess of full cabinet replacement. Image Painting offers expert cabinet painting and refinishing services throughout Northern Virginia, helping homeowners transform tired cabinets into beautiful, durable features that elevate the entire room.
Whether you want to brighten your space with a sleek coat of paint or enhance natural wood grain with custom stain, our team delivers high-end results with less disruption, less cost, and more style.
Why Refinish Instead of Replace?
Replacing cabinets can be expensive and time-consuming. Refinishing offers a smart alternative with benefits like:
- Lower cost compared to a full cabinet replacement
- Minimal disruption, thanks to no demolition, plumbing changes, or weeks of mess
- Eco-conscious option that reuses existing materials
- Faster turnaround with most projects completed in just a few days
With refinishing, you keep the cabinet layout you already like, just with a completely refreshed look and feel.
Our Cabinet Painting Process
Our cabinet refinishing process is designed for quality, durability, and clean results:
- Cleaning and degreasing all cabinet surfaces to ensure proper adhesion
- Removing doors, drawers, and hardware with clear labeling for reinstallation
- Sanding and prepping surfaces to smooth out wear and create the ideal painting base
- Priming with high-adhesion primers that bond to wood and existing finishes
- Applying paint or stain using precision tools (spray, brush, or roller, depending on material and location)
- Sealing with a protective topcoat for lasting color, durability, and an easy-to-clean surface
We work in a dust-free, contained environment, ensuring minimal impact on the rest of your home.
Cabinet Staining Services
If you prefer a natural wood finish, our staining services offer a high-end, customized look that highlights the beauty of your existing cabinets. Staining is ideal for:
- Solid wood cabinetry (oak, maple, cherry, etc.)
- Homeowners wanting to enhance the grain rather than cover it
- Matching or coordinating with existing woodwork or furniture
We offer a variety of finishes, including matte, satin, semi-gloss, and gloss, to suit your desired look and maintenance needs.
Cabinet Types We Work With
We paint and stain a wide range of cabinet types throughout the home, including:
- Kitchen cabinets and drawers
- Bathroom vanities and medicine cabinets
- Laundry room and mudroom storage
- Built-in bookcases, hutches, shelving, and wall units
No matter the size or style, we tailor our approach to your cabinets’ material, location, and condition.
Benefits of Professional Cabinet Painting
Choosing Image Painting means you get more than just a fresh coat of paint. You get:
- A long-lasting, factory-smooth finish that resists chipping, peeling, and fading
- Improved property value and updated style without remodeling
- Expert color and finish recommendations to fit your space and lighting
- A contained, low-mess process that keeps your home clean during the job
We treat your home with care and precision at every step.
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Before & After
There’s no better proof than real transformations. Our before-and-after cabinet projects speak for themselves, showing how paint or stain can completely refresh a space without the need for major renovation.
Want to see more examples? Just ask—we’re happy to share photos from recent projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the process take?
Most cabinet painting or staining projects take between 3 and 5 days, depending on size, number of cabinets, and prep needs. We work across Northern Virginia, including Arlington, Alexandria, and Fairfax, and schedule efficiently to minimize disruption and help keep your kitchen functional throughout.
Will the finish be durable?
Yes. Our cabinet painting contractors use professional-grade primers, paints, and sealers designed for high-touch surfaces. When properly applied, the finish resists chipping, peeling, moisture, and stains, so your cabinets look great and last for many years.
What colors and finishes are available?
We offer a full range of cabinet paint and stain colors, from crisp whites and soft neutrals to bold accent shades. Finishes include matte, satin, semi-gloss, and high-gloss, depending on your design goals.
Do you offer color consulting?
Yes! Our color consulting services can help you select colors or stains that complement your counters, flooring, and natural light. We’ll guide you through finish options and trending palettes to match your personal style.
Can you work around my kitchen schedule?
Absolutely. We understand kitchens are high-use spaces, and we’ll coordinate timing to reduce downtime. Our team works cleanly, efficiently, and with minimal disruption, so you can stay on track at home.
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John Montgomery2025-11-14recently had a complete repaint of my kitchen — white upper cabinets, black lower cabinets, and gold hardware — and the transformation is incredible. Marco was the program manager for my project, and he was exceptional from start to finish. He communicated clearly, kept everything on schedule, and checked in regularly to make sure every detail met my expectations. His follow-up and professionalism were first-class. Pablo was the team lead, and he and his crew were incredibly conscientious. They treated my home with real care, protected everything meticulously, and their attention to detail on a project with contrasting colors and intricate cabinetry was impressive. The lines are crisp, the finish is flawless, and the entire space looks brand-new. Every interaction with the company was easy and professional. They were punctual, responsive, respectful, and committed to doing the job right. I would absolutely hire them again and recommend them without hesitation. — John M
Rick Otis2025-11-11The folks from Image Painting did an excellent job on our metal roof, wooden siding, and iron front stoop.
Simon Hinson-Jones2025-10-29Image painting did a great job painting the exterior of my house and carriage house at the back. Primo, the lead painter was careful, meticulous and personable getting the job done well and in time.
Sue Whitfield2025-10-09Because it had been 21 years since I had the exterior of my house painted, I knew I needed to find a reputable company with a great rating. I had a copy of Best Pics Reports where I found Image Painting. To my amazement the team from Image Painting gave my home of 51 years a beautiful facelift! I will use them for some interior work and will definitely recommend the company to friends and neighbors.
Eric Wagner2025-10-09Image refinished kitchen cabinets that had become worn with age and abuse; they now they look far better than I imagined would be possible. Just like new. Ceiling and drywall repairs and painting were great. Very professional company and a flawless experience all around!
Jessica Moise2025-09-30Image Painting did an outstanding job painting several of our office and administrative workspaces. From the start, scheduling was quick and easy—they were able to get us on the calendar within a week of my initial inquiry. Working with Marco and his team was a breeze; they were professional, efficient, and attentive to detail. The crew prepped the spaces thoroughly, completed the painting beautifully, and left everything clean and tidy. We are very pleased with the results and would strongly recommend Image Painting for anyone looking for quality, reliable service.
Anne Musella2025-09-24They did a fantastic job painting our condo. It’s never looked better!
John McDuffie2025-09-01Very careful, thorough estimate of our exterior house painting needs. We needed not only painting, but also woodwork repair—and they delivered! Very courteous, hardworking painting crew, and the job was reasonably priced.
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Why Hire Us For Your Next Painting Project?
- Affordable Written Quotes – Interior and Exterior
- Residential Painters – Houses, Condos, Townhouse, Apartments
- Commercial Painters – HOAs, Churches, Hotels, Retailers, Offices and Industrial Buildings
- Work Directly with Local Owners
- Three-year Guarantee with Written Warranty
- Color Matching and Color Consultation Expert Advice
- High Quality Paint Brands – Custom Formulations
- Professional Credentials – BBB A+ Rating, PDCA, Arlington Chamber Member
- Secondary Services – Carpentry, Drywall, Plaster, Wallpaper, Power Wash
- Licensed & Insured Painters in VA, MD, DC