How much does it cost to paint kitchen cabinets in Denver?

Kitchen cabinet painting in the Denver metro generally runs from about $30 to $100 or more per linear foot, or roughly $3,000 to $10,000 plus for a full kitchen, depending on cabinet count, door style, and finish method.

Is spraying cabinets more expensive than painting by hand?

Usually yes. Spraying gives a smoother, factory-like finish but requires masking the whole kitchen or removing doors to a shop, which adds labor and setup time compared to brush-and-roll application.

Should I paint trim at the same time as walls?

Yes, if possible. Combining trim and wall painting in the same room avoids a second masking and setup pass, which typically lowers the per-foot cost of the trim work.

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Cabinet & trim painting cost

Last updated August 20, 2026

Cabinet and trim work is priced differently than walls. It's slower, more prep-heavy, and the finish quality shows every flaw up close. Here's what actually drives the cost.

Typical price ranges

Kitchen cabinet painting or refinishing in the Denver metro generally runs from about $30 to $100+ per linear foot, or $3,000–$10,000+ for a full kitchen, depending on cabinet count, door style, and whether doors are removed and sprayed off-site versus painted in place. Interior trim (baseboards, door and window casings) is usually priced per linear foot or per room, and runs less per foot than cabinets but adds up fast in larger homes.

What drives the cost up

Spray finish vs. brush-and-roll, spraying gives a smoother, factory-like result but requires masking the whole kitchen and usually costs more.
Door style, flat-panel doors are faster to prep than raised-panel or shaker doors with more edges and profiles.
Existing finish, cabinets with stain, varnish, or laminate need extra prep (deglossing, priming with a bonding primer) versus cabinets already painted.
Hardware, removing and reinstalling hinges and pulls, or upgrading hardware, is usually a separate line item.

Cabinets vs. full repaint, what to bundle

If you're already having a room repainted, ask your painter for a combined quote on trim in that room, doing trim alongside walls avoids a second setup and masking pass, which usually lowers the per-foot trim cost.

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