Kitchen cabinet painting: cost and complete guide 2026
What does it cost to repaint kitchen cabinets in Sweden 2026? Fixed prices for standard kitchens, time, colour choice and tips for a durable finish.
Repainting kitchen cabinet doors is the single most cost-effective kitchen upgrade: you get a new-looking kitchen for 10–25% of what new cabinet frames cost. Price varies with the number of doors, colour choice and whether you also paint the frames.
Fixed prices for painting kitchen cabinets 2026
| Kitchen type | Number of doors | Price after ROT |
|---|---|---|
| Small kitchen | 10–15 doors | 8,000–12,000 SEK |
| Standard kitchen | 18–25 doors | 12,000–22,000 SEK |
| Large kitchen with island | 30–40 doors | 22,000–35,000 SEK |
| Kitchen incl. frames | 25 doors + frames | 20,000–32,000 SEK |
What's included?
- Removing doors and hardware.
- Sanding all doors.
- Priming with a bonding primer.
- 2 coats of top coat (matte, satin or gloss).
- Refitting with the same or new hardware.
- Transport to and from workshop if doors are spray-painted there.
Spray vs brush painting
Spray painting gives the smoothest finish and most durable surface, doors are transported to a workshop, sprayed in a booth and refitted after drying. Costs 15–30% more but the finish lasts 10+ years.
Brush painting on site is cheaper but almost always shows brush strokes and lasts less (5–7 years).
Popular colours 2026
Sage, dark green, matte black and warm white dominate 2026. Combine with brass or matte black hardware for a Nordic-modern look.
Avoid high-gloss in kitchens, it amplifies fingerprints and wear near hinges.
Related reading
- Painter prices in Sweden 2026, national price guide.
- Exterior house painting cost (villa), panel paint, labour and scaffolding.
- Kitchen cabinet painting cost.
- ROT deduction for painting, how to claim.
- How to hire a painter, checklist.
- Book a verified painter on HemmaPro.
Frequently asked questions
- What does it cost to repaint a standard kitchen?
- 12,000–22,000 SEK after ROT for 18–25 doors, including priming and 2 coats.
- Do painted kitchen cabinets last?
- Spray-painted doors with the right primer last 10+ years. Brush-painted 5–7 years.
- Can I paint kitchen cabinets myself?
- Yes, but the result is rarely as smooth as spray painting. Budget 3–5 weekends and 3,000–5,000 SEK in materials.
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