Cabinet Refinishing in Orange County, CA

Transform your kitchen or bathroom without the cost and disruption of a full remodel. At Streamline Painting & Coatings, we specialize in professional cabinet refinishing that breathes new life into your existing cabinetry—preserving what you love while creating the fresh, updated look you've been envisioning.

Since 2001, we've helped Orange County homeowners rediscover the beauty of their cabinets through meticulous preparation, premium materials, and expert craftsmanship. Whether you're looking to modernize outdated finishes, change colors entirely, or restore the natural beauty of your wood cabinets, our in-house team delivers flawless results that stand the test of time.

What Is Cabinet Refinishing?

Cabinet refinishing is the process of updating your existing cabinets by thoroughly preparing the surfaces and applying new paint or stain finishes. Unlike cabinet refacing, which replaces doors and veneers, refinishing works with your current cabinet structure—making it a cost-effective way to achieve a complete transformation.

This approach is ideal when your cabinet boxes and doors are structurally sound but the finish has become worn, dated, or no longer matches your style. Through our proven refinishing process, we can change colors, update sheens, or refresh wood tones while maintaining the quality construction you already own.

The result? A kitchen or bathroom that looks professionally remodeled at a fraction of the cost and in a fraction of the time.

Our Cabinet Refinishing Process

At Streamline Painting & Coatings, we bring the same attention to detail to your cabinets that we apply to every painting project. Our comprehensive approach ensures lasting beauty and durability:

Thorough Surface Preparation

We begin with meticulous cleaning to remove years of grease, grime, and buildup. Every surface is then carefully sanded to create the ideal foundation for optimal paint adhesion. This preparation phase is where quality refinishing truly begins—and where many contractors cut corners.

Expert Repairs and Priming

Any imperfections, scratches, or dents are professionally repaired. We apply premium primers specifically formulated for cabinetry, ensuring a smooth, even base that allows your new finish to perform beautifully for years.

Premium Paint Application

Using only professional-grade products from Sherwin-Williams and Dunn Edwards, we apply multiple coats with precision techniques. Our painters understand the nuances of cabinet work—the difference between brushing, rolling, and spraying, and when each method delivers the best results. The same expertise we bring to our interior painting projects translates directly to the specialized demands of cabinet refinishing.

Protective Topcoat Finishing

We complete every project with durable topcoats designed to withstand the daily wear that kitchen and bathroom cabinets endure. The result is a factory-quality finish that resists moisture, stains, and the demands of everyday use.

Most cabinet refinishing projects are completed within 2-5 days, allowing you to enjoy your transformed space quickly without the extended disruption of a full remodeling project.

Why Choose Streamline Painting for Cabinet Refinishing

Over Two Decades of Orange County Expertise

Since 2001, we've completed more than 1,200 projects throughout Orange County. Our deep understanding of local home styles—from coastal properties to HOA communities—ensures your refinished cabinets complement your home's character and meet any community standards.

Direct Owner Oversight on Every Project

Mark Johnson personally oversees each cabinet refinishing project from consultation to completion. This hands-on approach ensures consistent quality, clear communication, and accountability you can count on. You're never working with subcontractors—only our trained, in-house team.

Unmatched Preparation Standards

Where other contractors may rush through prep work, we invest the time to do it right. Our 7-step preparation process is the foundation of every lasting finish we create. We understand that proper surface preparation determines whether your refinished cabinets will look beautiful for years or begin showing wear within months.

Premium Materials, Professional Results

We exclusively use professional-grade products from Sherwin-Williams and Dunn Edwards—never builder-grade materials. These premium paints and finishes are specifically engineered for cabinetry, offering superior durability, coverage, and resistance to the unique challenges cabinets face.

Tailored Solutions for Your Vision

Every home and homeowner is unique. Whether you're updating a 1960s kitchen with fresh, contemporary colors or restoring the warmth of natural wood tones in your bathroom vanity, we collaborate with you to achieve exactly the look you envision. Our experience with color consultation and finish selection ensures results that exceed expectations.

Minimal Disruption, Maximum Results

We understand your kitchen is the heart of your home. Our efficient process and respectful work habits minimize disruption to your daily routine. We protect your home meticulously, clean thoroughly each day, and work efficiently to complete your project on schedule.

The Streamline Difference: Refinishing Done Right

Many homeowners have been disappointed by cabinet painting attempts—either DIY projects that didn't hold up or contractor work that looked uneven or began peeling within months. The difference lies in the preparation and products.

When you choose Streamline Painting & Coatings, you're choosing a team that treats your cabinets with the same level of care we bring to high-end interior painting projects. We don't cut corners on prep work. We don't use subcontractors who may not share our quality standards. And we never compromise on materials.

The result is a refinished cabinet surface that looks professionally manufactured, resists daily wear, and gives you years of beauty and satisfaction.

Cabinet Refinishing vs. Cabinet Replacement

Considering full cabinet replacement? Here's what refinishing offers:

Cost Savings: Professional cabinet refinishing typically costs 30-50% less than new cabinet installation, allowing you to invest those savings in other home improvements or simply keep more in your budget.

Time Efficiency: While cabinet replacement can take weeks and leave your kitchen unusable, our refinishing process is complete in days, not weeks.

Environmental Responsibility: Refinishing preserves quality existing cabinets rather than sending them to landfills—a sustainable choice that reduces waste.

Preserved Quality: If your cabinets are solid wood construction, refinishing maintains that quality craftsmanship. Many modern replacement cabinets use less durable materials.

Refinishing is an excellent choice when your cabinet boxes and doors remain structurally sound but the finish no longer serves your style or has become worn from years of use.

Transform Your Kitchen or Bathroom Today

Ready to rediscover what's possible with your existing cabinets? Streamline Painting & Coatings brings 24 years of expertise, premium materials, and meticulous craftsmanship to every cabinet refinishing project in Orange County.

From initial color consultation to final protective topcoat, we're committed to delivering results that transform your space and exceed your expectations. Our proven process, combined with direct owner involvement and our in-house team's attention to detail, ensures you receive the quality finish your home deserves.

Transform your cabinets. Transform your space. Experience the Streamline difference.