Cost to paint kitchen cabinets in Albany, NY
Updated 2026
Estimate Breakdown
Add all required items to calculate the estimated cost for the completed work.
material
Cabinet Paint
$1.25
×
220.00
SF
$1.25
×
220.00
SF
$275.00
Painting Supplies
$0.45
×
220.00
SF
$0.45
×
220.00
SF
$99.00
Spray Equipment Rental
$100.00
×
22.00
DAY
$100.00
×
22.00
DAY
$2,200.00
labor
Cabinet Painting Labor
$72.00
×
24.00
HRS
$72.00
×
24.00
HRS
$1,728.00
Cabinet Surface Prep
$72.00
×
8.00
HRS
$72.00
×
8.00
HRS
$576.00
$2,678.00
$535.60
Finish Level
Project Size
SF
Contractor Markup:
%
Avg. cost in Albany, NY
$3,213.60
Avg. cost per SF:
$16.07
Contractor Markup:
$535.60
The cost to paint kitchen cabinets varies between $12.58/SF and $20.19/SF. The price depends on the type of paint used (standard vs. premium), preparation requirements, cabinet condition, and complexity of the design. Additional costs may include repairs, hardware replacement, and whether specialized finishing techniques are desired.
Cabinet preparation and coating
The listed scope covers cleaning, degreasing, sanding, priming, painting, and removing and reinstalling doors and hardware. Paint materials include primer and finish coats; confirm the chosen coating and finish before bidding.
Detail and condition affect labor
Cabinet condition, door design, and damaged areas change preparation and finishing time. A detailed door and a plain cabinet front should not be treated as identical work just because their measured areas match.
Confirm hardware and finish method
Hardware replacement and special finishes need an explicit decision. Spray equipment is an optional item, so confirm whether spraying is part of the selected finish method and which cabinet surfaces are included.
