Cabinet Painting & Refinishing in Macomb & Oakland County
Give your kitchen a brand-new look without the cost and mess of a full remodel. Levels Ahead Painting is a family-owned cabinet painting company in Shelby Township, refinishing kitchen and bathroom cabinets for homeowners across Metro Detroit.
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- Fully Insured
Same Kitchen, Same Cabinets, Brand-New Look
This White Lake, MI kitchen went from dated honey oak cabinets to a bright white, with a dark painted island for contrast. No demolition and no new cabinet boxes.
Kitchen & Bathroom Cabinet Painting in Shelby Township & Metro Detroit
If your kitchen layout works and your cabinets are solid, painting them is one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make. We refinish kitchen cabinets, islands and bathroom vanities in Shelby Township, Sterling Heights, Macomb Township, Clinton Township, Washington Township, Troy, Rochester Hills, White Lake and surrounding Macomb and Oakland County communities.
Our team’s background is in paint manufacturing, so we know which primers bond to wood and which hard-wearing coatings stand up to grease, heat and daily scrubbing. That knowledge, plus careful prep, is what gives you a smooth, durable, factory-like finish instead of paint that chips or stays sticky.
Is Cabinet Painting Right for Your Kitchen?
Painting is a great fit if…
- Your sink, stove and fridge are already where you want them
- Your cabinet boxes are solid wood or good-quality, undamaged material
- You want a big change without weeks of remodel disruption
- You’re getting ready to sell and want a fresh, modern look
Replacement may be better if…
- The wood is warped, rotting, water-damaged or sagging
- You want to change the layout or add an island
- The cabinets are peeling thermofoil or damaged particleboard
- You need features like new storage that paint can’t add
Want the full breakdown of costs and durability? Read our guide: Kitchen Cabinet Painting vs. Full Replacement.
How We Refinish Your Cabinets
1. Protect & Remove
- Floors, counters and appliances covered
- Doors and drawer fronts removed
- Every piece labeled for its exact spot
- Sprayed off-site, or on-site if space allows
2. Clean & Prep
- Thorough cleaning and degreasing
- Scuff-sanding for adhesion
- Minor dings and gaps addressed
3. Prime & Finish
- High-bond primer for wood cabinets
- Cabinet-grade finish coats
- Smooth, even, durable finish
4. Reinstall & Review
- Doors and drawers reinstalled
- Final quality check
- Walkthrough with you
- Most kitchens take about a week
Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing in Romeo
A full kitchen of cabinets refinished in crisp white as part of a kitchen update. Whether it’s a whole kitchen, an island or a bathroom vanity, we bring the same careful prep and cabinet-grade finish to every job.
Planning other updates too? We also handle interior painting for walls, trim and doors, and exterior painting for siding, trim and shutters, all in one written quote.
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Every one of our 29 Google reviews is five stars. Join your Macomb and Oakland County neighbors who trusted Levels Ahead with their homes.
Our Simple 3-Step Process
Free estimates are available Monday–Friday.
Get Your Free Estimate
- 15 min – 1 hr
- Free
We’ll look at your cabinets, count doors and drawers, talk through colors and finishes, and walk you through clear pricing with no surprises or hidden costs.
Scheduling the Project
- Firm start date
- 25% deposit
Once the estimate is signed, we’ll schedule your project with a firm start date, usually at least 2 weeks out, though tighter timelines may be accommodated. A 25% deposit may be taken to secure your spot and cover materials.
Refinish & Final Walkthrough
- About 1 week
- Final walkthrough
- 14-day touch-ups
A typical cabinet job takes about a week, depending on size, and our crew lead will give you an expected timeline and keep you updated throughout. When the cabinets are done, we walk the kitchen with you to make sure you’re fully satisfied, and we offer a 14-day touch-up window after we leave.
Where You’ll Find Us
Macomb County
- Shelby Township
- Macomb Township
- Clinton Township
- New Baltimore
- Washington Township
- Sterling Heights
- Harrison Township
- Romeo
And surrounding Macomb County communities
Oakland County
And surrounding Oakland County communities
See every community we serve on our Areas We Serve page.
Proven Process
- Free, Transparent EstimatesClear pricing with no surprises or hidden costs
- Color & Finish ConsultationGuidance to help you choose colors and sheens that fit your kitchen
- Thorough Prep & ProtectionCleaning, degreasing and sanding, with your home fully protected
- Final Walkthrough & ApprovalWe review every door and drawer with you
Trusted Work
- 1-Year Workmanship WarrantyWe stand behind every finish long after the job is complete
- Fully Insured & Google GuaranteedPeace of mind from the first visit to the final walkthrough
- Fully Screened & Trusted TeamRespectful professionals who treat your home like their own
- Satisfaction First ApproachWe don’t consider the job done until you’re completely confident in the result
Cabinet Painting Questions from Metro Detroit Homeowners
How much does cabinet painting cost?
Every kitchen is priced on its size and scope: the number of doors and drawers, the current cabinet material, and how much prep is needed. Our cabinet painting vs. replacement guide breaks down typical costs, and painting usually runs a fraction of the cost of new cabinets. The best way to get an exact number is a free, transparent estimate.
Is painting cabinets better than replacing them?
If your layout works and the cabinet boxes are structurally sound, painting is usually the smartest, most cost-effective choice. Replacement makes more sense if the wood is warped, rotting or water-damaged, if you want to change the layout, or if the cabinets are peeling thermofoil or damaged particleboard.
Will painted cabinets chip or feel sticky?
Not when they’re done right. Standard wall paint will fail on cabinets. We use cabinet-grade primers and hard-wearing coatings made for woodwork, applied over careful cleaning, degreasing and sanding, so the finish holds up to daily kitchen grease, heat and scrubbing.
Do you remove the cabinet doors?
Yes. We remove and label the doors and drawer fronts and spray them off-site, or on-site if your space allows, for a smooth, even finish. Every piece is reinstalled in its exact spot, which keeps your kitchen cleaner and more usable during the project.
Can I still use my kitchen during the project?
Yes, for the most part. Cabinet painting is far less disruptive than a remodel. Your countertops, appliances and plumbing stay in place, and we protect your floors, counters and belongings. Our crew lead will give you an expected timeline at the start of the project.
How long does cabinet painting take?
A typical cabinet job takes about a week, depending on the size of the kitchen and the number of doors and drawers. Your crew lead will give you an expected timeline before we start.
Do you paint bathroom vanities too?
Yes. We refinish bathroom vanities as well as kitchen cabinets and islands, with the same careful prep and cabinet-grade finish.
What paint do you use on cabinets?
We use premium, cabinet-grade coatings from trusted brands such as Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore, matched to your cabinet material and the finish you want.
Do you offer a warranty on cabinet painting?
Yes. Every project comes with our 1-Year Workmanship Warranty, plus a 14-day touch-up window to come back and fix any issues you find after we’ve left.
What areas do you serve for cabinet painting?
We’re based in Shelby Township and paint cabinets for homeowners throughout Macomb and Oakland County, including Sterling Heights, Macomb Township, Clinton Township, Washington Township, Troy, Rochester Hills, Rochester, White Lake and surrounding communities.
Let’s Get Started.
Tell us about your kitchen. We’d love to make your cabinets Levels Ahead.
Free estimates Monday–Friday · info@levelsaheadpainting.com