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How Much Does Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing Cost in Toronto (2026 Guide)

If your kitchen cabinets are solid but looking tired, refinishing is almost always the smarter move than a full replacement. In Toronto and the GTA, professional cabinet refinishing typically costs a fraction of new cabinets while delivering a factory-quality finish.

This guide breaks down real 2026 pricing, what drives the cost up or down, and how to get an accurate quote.

Typical Cabinet Refinishing Prices in Toronto & the GTA (2026)

Most homeowners we work with fall into these ranges:

Kitchen SizeDoors & DrawersTypical Cost (CAD)
Small / Condo / Galley15–22 doors$2,800 – $4,200
Average L-shape25–35 doors$4,200 – $6,200
Large U-shape or with island36–50+ doors$6,200 – $9,500+

These are all-in prices for professional spray refinishing: doors removed, prepped in a dedicated facility, sprayed with premium coatings, cured, and reinstalled.

What Affects the Final Price?

Several factors move the number:

  • Number of doors and drawers — the biggest driver
  • Material — solid wood, veneer, MDF, or thermofoil each need different prep
  • Current condition — heavy grain, damage, or old finishes add labour
  • Colour and finish — one colour is simplest; two-tone or high-gloss costs more
  • Hardware — keeping existing hardware vs upgrading soft-close hinges or new pulls
  • Location — travel within the GTA is included for most projects

Refinishing vs Replacing: The Real Math

A full kitchen cabinet replacement in Toronto often starts at $15,000–$25,000 for mid-range and climbs quickly for custom work. Refinishing the same cabinets usually lands between $4,000 and $7,500.

You keep the solid boxes that are already fitted to your space, avoid weeks of construction chaos, and still walk away with a kitchen that looks brand new.

Our Process (Why the Finish Lasts)

Every door and drawer front leaves the house, gets professionally prepped so the new coating bonds properly, is sprayed in a controlled facility with premium products, and is fully cured before it comes back. No brush marks. No shortcuts. Just a hard, durable, factory-quality finish built for real kitchens.

Ready for a Clear Number?

Every kitchen is different. The fastest way to know exactly what your project will cost is a free, no-pressure quote.

Request your free quote — we’ll look at your cabinets and give you a fixed price.

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