Planning your kitchen remodel can feel like juggling puzzle pieces, countertops, backsplash, flooring, lighting, and, of course, kitchen cabinet painting. But with the right order of operations, you can save time, reduce stress, and avoid costly rework.
At Allen Brothers Cabinet Painting, we often help Utah homeowners coordinate kitchen cabinet painting with their other home upgrades. Here’s how to make it all come together smoothly.
How to Coordinate Kitchen Cabinet Painting with Other Kitchen Upgrades
1. Start with your design plan
Before calling in contractors, clarify your design goals. Are you changing your countertops, adding tile, or updating appliances? Having a clear vision helps you and your pros align on color palettes, finishes, and timing.
2. Cabinets come after messy work but before final installs
Cabinet painting should typically happen after demolition or construction (like removing old countertops) but before new surfaces like backsplash or flooring are installed.
Why? Freshly refinished cabinets need a clean, stable environment, without dust or debris that could affect the finish.
3. Choose your colors strategically
If you’re adding quartz countertops or a statement backsplash, bring those samples when selecting your cabinet color.Read more about popular cabinet colors here.
4. Plan for a short downtime
Refinishing takes only a few days, but your kitchen will be partially out of use during that time. We’ll help you plan around your contractor schedule so there’s minimal overlap or disruption.
5. Communicate between pros
If you’re working with multiple vendors (countertop installer, tile setter, painter), make sure they’re in touch. We often coordinate directly with other contractors to ensure timing and site prep go smoothly.
6. Don’t forget finishing touches
After painting, consider adding modern hardware, new light fixtures, or under-cabinet lighting. These small upgrades can elevate your refinished cabinets from “updated” to “designer-level.”
Utah’s smoothest kitchen cabinet painting process
The Allen Brothers Cabinet Painting team prides itself on organization and professionalism. We’re not just painting cabinets, we’re helping homeowners coordinate their dream kitchen. With the right sequence and communication, you’ll get a stunning transformation without chaos or extra costs