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Carolina Renew Painting & Finishes
Owner-led painting team in Charlotte
Owner on every job Founded in 2023 Free written estimate

Charlotte Cabinet Painting & Refinishing Smooth sprayed finishes · Owner on every job

Doors and drawers come off, get degreased, sanded, bonding-primed and HVLP-sprayed — not brushed. Your coating system is written into the estimate before work starts.

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What we do

Our core service

Kitchen Cabinet Painting & Refinishing

Doors, drawers, frames, islands and vanities — prepped, primed and sprayed for a smooth, durable finish without replacing your cabinets.

Interior Painting →

Walls, ceilings, trim and doors — prep-first, with a written scope.

Exterior Painting →

Siding, trim, brick and stucco — surface repair and prep before any paint.

Also: drywall repair · trim & doors · deck & fence staining · flooring · commercial painting · all services

🎨 Premium Coating Options

Coating and Prep Details Documented in Your Scope

We specify premium Sherwin-Williams®, Benjamin Moore®, or PPG® coating options according to the surface, finish goal, and project conditions. The selected product, preparation steps, and exclusions are listed in the written scope before work begins.

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Premium Quality & Craftsmanship

Why Charlotte Homeowners Choose Our Painting Services

Local, owner-led painting in Charlotte. We use Sherwin-Williams , Benjamin Moore , and PPG paints, with upgrades like Sherwin-Williams Emerald and Benjamin Moore Scuff-X when durability matters most. We offer low-VOC and zero-VOC options for healthier homes. We utilize HEPA-filtered sanding , HVLP precision spraying , and advanced airless spray technology for a flawless finish. Expert surface preparation for drywall, brick, wood, cabinets, decks, and fences — engineered for the Piedmont region climate.

Cabinet refinishing on oak, maple, MDF, and cherry with proper bonding primers.
Free color consultation in the Charlotte area.
Professional painting and refinishing project in Charlotte, NC

Service Visual in Charlotte

Compare the two paths

Why Refinish Instead of Replace?

Many kitchens do not need full replacement. In the right setup, refinishing keeps the layout you already have while changing the look, lowering disruption, and shortening the timeline.

Smart Choice

Refinishing with Carolina Renew Painting & Finishes

  • Scope: documented before work Keeps the existing cabinet layout when the surfaces are suitable
  • Schedule: confirmed by scope Minimal disruption to your life
  • Quality: Factory Finish Smooth, durable, and easy to clean
  • Eco-Friendly Keep good wood out of landfills

Full Replacement

  • Scope: documented before work Expensive materials and labor
  • Schedule: confirmed by scope Kitchen unusable for weeks
  • Messy Demolition Dust, debris, and potential damage
Real Results

See the Difference

From dark and dated to bright and modern. Our factory-finish process transforms your kitchen without the mess of a renovation.

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Controlled Application

We achieve a durable and uniform coating using professional equipment and materials.

2

Clear Project Plan

Scope, scheduling, and finish expectations are confirmed before work begins.

3

Cleanliness & Safety

We fully protect your living space from dust and odors during the work.

After Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing
Before Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing
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Actual client project in Charlotte, NC

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Our cabinet painting process

How We Paint Kitchen Cabinets

A smooth, durable sprayed finish comes from prep and spraying, not from an extra coat of paint. These are the steps on every cabinet painting job — photos from a real Waxhaw kitchen.

  1. Stan Putilov in a respirator and coveralls inside a plastic containment tent, with removed cabinet doors stacked beside him
    Containment up, doors off and stacked — Waxhaw kitchen
    01

    Remove, label & contain

    Doors, drawers and hinges come off and get numbered, so every piece goes back exactly where it was. A containment tent goes up around the work area.

  2. 02

    Degrease & clean

    Grease left in the grain is what makes cabinet paint peel, so every surface is degreased before any sanding starts.

  3. 03

    Sand, fill & repair

    Surfaces are sanded to open adhesion and dings are filled. On open-grain oak we grain-fill so the texture doesn't telegraph through the paint.

  4. Kitchen fully masked in plastic film with cabinet face frames sprayed in place
    Everything masked, frames sprayed in place
    04

    Mask & bonding primer

    Counters, floors, appliances and walls go under film. A bonding primer matched to your surface goes on every face.

  5. Painted cabinet doors laid flat on a rolling drying rack in a driveway
    Doors on the drying rack between coats
    05

    Spray finish

    Doors and drawer fronts are sprayed on drying racks; frames are sprayed in place. HVLP spray, not brush and roller.

  6. 06

    Cure & reassemble

    Coats get proper flash and cure time before hardware goes back on. Doors are re-hung, aligned, and we walk the kitchen with you.

Your coating system, in writing

Before work starts, your written estimate names the exact system — not just "premium paint".

Primer
Bonding primer matched to your surface (e.g. a shellac-based stain blocker on oak)
Topcoat
Waterborne cabinet enamel, conversion varnish, or a UV-cured finish system
Application
HVLP spray
Coats & cure
Specified per project in your scope

Warranty, before you book

3-year warranty on UV-cured cabinet finishes · 6-month workmanship warranty on standard painting.

Covered

Peeling, flaking, blistering or adhesion failure caused by a prep or application defect.

Not covered

Impact or abrasion damage, water intrusion, structural movement, chemical abuse.

Read the full warranty terms

Not every kitchen should be painted. If thermofoil is lifting or doors are warped or water-damaged, we'll tell you honestly — and what makes more sense. Want to keep the wood look? That's cabinet refinishing, a separate process.

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What customers say

Trusted by Homeowners in Charlotte

These reviews are useful for more than reassurance. They show how people describe communication, prep quality, scheduling, and the finished result once the project is done.

Customer feedback Google

"Stan did an incredible job on our railings. We would definitely hire him again in the future. He left everything clean and was very professional."

T

Travis Brown

Charlotte

2025
Customer feedback Google

"Stan arrived on time and accurately assessed the work needed. He professionally installed a ceiling fan and ensured everything was done correctly. He also cleaned up the debris afterward. I would highly recommend him and will definitely use his services again in the future!"

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Anthony Brown

Charlotte

2025
Customer feedback Google

"Stan did an outstanding job! He arrived right on time, completed all the work efficiently, and offered great suggestions when my original ideas weren't feasible. The quality of his work was flawless, and he left everything spotless when he was done. Truly professional, reliable, and skilled — highly recommend!"

C

CAP

Charlotte

2025
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Answer a few questions and we'll recommend the perfect colors for your cabinets or walls. No guesswork, just beautiful results.

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Meet The Founder

Stan Putilov — Owner‑Led Craftsmanship

Founder‑led painting in Charlotte since 2023. You work directly with the person responsible for quality — not a random subcontractor.

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❓ Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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How much does cabinet refinishing cost in Charlotte?
Cabinet refinishing scope depends on door and drawer count, surface condition, finish choice, and required preparation. A written estimate is prepared after the project scope is reviewed.
How long does cabinet refinishing take?
The schedule depends on cabinet count, surface condition, preparation, finish system, cure requirements, and site access. The expected sequence is documented in the written scope.
What's the difference between cabinet refinishing and painting?
Cabinet refinishing involves stripping, sanding, and applying new stain or finish to the existing wood. Cabinet painting involves priming and painting over the existing surface. Both provide excellent results; refinishing is ideal for wood grain lovers, while painting offers unlimited color options.
How much can I save compared to replacing cabinets?
Refinishing keeps the existing cabinet structure and focuses on surface preparation and finish renewal. Replacement changes the cabinet construction itself, so the right path depends on the condition and goals for the kitchen.
How long will refinished cabinets last?
Finish performance depends on the existing substrate, preparation, coating system, and routine care. We discuss appropriate cleaning and maintenance for the selected finish at project handoff.
Can you refinish laminate or thermofoil cabinets?
Laminate and thermofoil require a surface-condition review before a coating system can be specified. We document suitability and required preparation in the written scope.
Can you paint oak, maple, MDF, or cherry cabinets?
Yes. We refinish and paint oak, maple, MDF, and cherry cabinets regularly. Each material needs specific prep and primers to ensure long-lasting adhesion and a smooth, factory-quality finish.
Do you cover East, Northeast, Northwest, and Southeast Charlotte?
We serve Charlotte and surrounding areas. Contact us with the project address so we can confirm current availability.

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