Cabinet Refinishing in Wilmington, DE

The city's Design Review and Preservation Commission reviews exterior changes to properties in its historic districts, such as Quaker Hill, Cool Spring and Kentmere Parkway. Interior painting, wallpaper removal and cabinet refinishing aren't described as work it reviews. For anything visible from the street, such as a fence, check with the city's historic preservation staff before starting.

Paint makers rate dry and recoat times at about 77°F and 50% humidity, and humid or cool conditions stretch those times out. Wilmington's muggy season runs roughly late May through late September, so air conditioning or a dehumidifier helps. Latex paint can take two to three weeks to fully cure, so hold off on scrubbing new walls for a couple of weeks.

Yes. We refinish kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities throughout Wilmington, DE, including Trolley Square, the Highlands, Wawaset Park and Little Italy. Same day estimates are available.

Often, yes. If the cabinet boxes are solid, refinishing updates the kitchen while the layout, countertops and plumbing stay where they are. Older cabinets may need extra degreasing and some repair to dings and worn edges before priming, and that prep is included in the estimate.

Some laminate cabinets can be painted with the right primer. Thermofoil is often a poor candidate, because the plastic film can peel. We'll look at yours and tell you whether paint is a good idea.

Yes. Vanities get the same prep as kitchen cabinets, with finishes chosen to handle the humidity from showers and baths.

Use a soft cloth with mild soap and water. Avoid abrasive pads and strong degreasers, especially in the first few weeks while the finish is still curing.

Refinishing keeps your existing doors and boxes and gives them a new painted finish. Refacing replaces the doors and drawer fronts and covers the boxes with new veneer. Refinishing keeps more of what you already have.