# Kitchen Cabinet Resurfacing vs Replacement Your kitchen cabinets are looking tired, but does that mean you need a full kitchen renovation? Not necessarily. Kitchen cabinet resurfacing can transform your kitchen for a fraction of the cost — and Jetblack Painting specialises in premium 2-pack finishes that look brand new. [Call Jimmy — 0432 077 782](tel:0432077782) ## What Is Kitchen Cabinet Resurfacing? Cabinet resurfacing (also called refinishing or respraying) involves stripping the existing finish from your cabinet doors and frames, then applying a new professional-grade coating. At Jetblack Painting, we use 2-pack polyurethane — the same finish used on luxury new kitchens — to deliver a factory-quality result. ## Cost Comparison | Option | Average Cost | Timeframe | Disruption | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Cabinet Resurfacing | $3,500 - $8,000 | Scheduled with the quote | Minimal | | Full Kitchen Renovation | $15,000 - $60,000 | Much longer | Major | That's a substantial saving compared with a full renovation, with results that look just as good. Renovation figures are an industry estimate, not a Jetblack price — resurfacing is quoted after seeing the kitchen. ## When to Resurface vs Replace Choose resurfacing when your cabinet boxes (frames) are structurally sound, you're happy with your kitchen layout, you want to change the colour or finish, your cabinets are solid timber or quality MDF, and you want a quick turnaround with minimal disruption. Choose replacement when cabinet boxes are water-damaged or warped, you want to completely change the layout, your cabinets are made from cheap particleboard that's deteriorating, or you need different sized cabinets for new appliances. ## Our 2-Pack Cabinet Resurfacing Process 1. **Consultation & colour selection** — We visit your home and help you choose the perfect colour and finish. 2. **Door removal** — All doors and drawer fronts are carefully removed and labelled. 3. **Surface preparation** — Thorough sanding, cleaning, and priming of all surfaces. 4. **2-pack application** — Professional spray application of 2-pack polyurethane in our controlled environment. 5. **Reinstallation** — Doors are rehung with new hardware if requested. 6. **Final inspection** — We ensure every surface is perfect before sign-off. ## Popular Cabinet Colours in Melbourne The most requested cabinet colours across our projects in Toorak, Brighton, and Malvern are white or bright white — timeless, clean, and makes kitchens feel larger; charcoal or dark grey — modern and sophisticated, especially for island benches; navy blue — a bold statement colour for feature cabinetry; sage green — on-trend and pairs beautifully with timber benchtops; and two-tone schemes — light uppers with dark lowers for visual interest. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How much can I save by resurfacing instead of replacing my kitchen? Cabinet resurfacing typically costs $3,500 to $8,000 compared with $15,000 to $60,000 depending on size and finish for a full kitchen renovation — a fraction of the cost — because your cabinet boxes, layout and benchtops stay in place. ### Can any kitchen cabinets be resurfaced? Resurfacing works well when the cabinet boxes are structurally sound, you're happy with the layout, and the cabinets are solid timber or quality MDF. If the boxes are water-damaged, warped, or made from deteriorating particleboard, replacement is the better option. ### How long does cabinet resurfacing take? The schedule depends on the number of doors and drawer fronts, and you get it with the quote. A full renovation takes far longer, with far more disruption to your household in the meantime. ### What finish do you use for cabinet resurfacing? 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