Cabinet resprays in Knightsbridge a quiet upgrade without a full refit

Short answer: A cabinet respray refreshes a sound kitchen with a fine finish in a short time. We remove doors, prepare and prime surfaces, spray in a controlled setup, then refit with care. The result feels like new joinery without the cost and waste of a full refit. If you prefer a hand painted route for parts of the home, see our interior painting and decorating service.

Many Knightsbridge homes have well built kitchens that look tired from daily use. The layout works. The doors and frames are solid. A respray is perfect in this case. The finish is smooth, the lines are crisp, and the colour can shift the whole mood of the room. This guide covers when a respray makes sense, the steps we follow, the finish levels we offer, and the care that keeps everything looking calm and clean.

When a respray makes sense

• Good structure: Doors and frames are straight and hinge lines are true.
• Minor wear: Chips and scuffs are present but not deep structural damage.
• Layout works: You like the current plan and only want a colour and finish change.
• Time and access: You want less disruption than a full refit and prefer a tidy plan.

If your joinery needs large repairs or you plan to change worktops and appliances, we can still respray, we simply phase the work to match other trades. For ideas across full home projects, browse recent projects.

Surfaces that can be resprayed

• Solid timber (oak, ash, hardwood frames) responds well to careful prep and priming.
• MDF and veneer can look new with the right primer and a steady spray system.
• Laminates accept a specialist adhesion primer, then colour coats.
• Metal parts like kick plates and handles can be refinished or replaced.

We test a small, discrete area if the existing coating is unknown. This avoids surprises and confirms the best primer and topcoat system.

The process step by step

• Survey and colour plan (on site): We check condition, talk through finish levels, and agree colours. If you are comparing systems in the rest of the home, our Bauwerk limewash page is helpful for walls in nearby rooms.
• Careful labeling: Every door and drawer front gets a label so refit is exact.
• Removal: Doors and hardware come off. We protect worktops and floors with clean sheeting and masking.
• Prep: Degrease, sand to a key, fill small chips, and prime.
• Spray setup: We create a controlled area with extraction and overspray control. HVLP or airless with fine tips gives a smooth, even lay.
• Topcoats: Two to three coats to reach true colour and a tough, even film.
• Cure and refit: We allow proper cure time, refit doors, adjust hinges, and set clean gaps.
• Snag check: We inspect edges, reveals, and handle lines in both daylight and evening light.

Finish levels

• Silky matte: Calm look that hides minor surface movement and feels soft to touch.
• Soft satin: Slight sheen that cleans easily and reflects a gentle glow under task lights.
• High gloss: Mirror effect for feature doors or islands, best on very flat substrates.

We guide sheen choice based on your lights, ceiling height, and the texture of existing doors. Under strong downlights, satin often gives the best balance between elegance and easy cleaning.

Colour planning for Knightsbridge light

Kitchens in Knightsbridge vary from bright garden level rooms to compact galley spaces. Pale neutrals make small rooms feel open. Mid tones in warm grey or clay feel rich in larger rooms with good light. Deep colours can look smart on the island while surrounding doors stay lighter. If nearby rooms use limewash on walls, choose a cabinet tone from the same family so the home reads as one. Sample boards help here. We place them near task lights and near windows so you see the true effect.

Hardware and small upgrades

New handles and hinges can raise the whole look. We fill and re drill if you change handle sizes. Soft close hinges are a simple win if your current ones are tired. Kick plates and vents often need a refresh. We finish metal in a tone that suits railings and other metalwork in the home so the scheme feels coherent.

Worktops and splashbacks

If you plan to change worktops or a splashback, we time the respray so finishes stay perfect. A common plan is to respray doors off site while the stone team measures and fits, then we return to spray frames and complete refit once heavy work is done. Good sequencing avoids chips and keeps dust off fresh coats.

Masking and protection

We protect floors, appliances, and any adjacent finishes. Extraction reduces airborne dust and keeps the sprayed surface clean. We seal doorways as needed to keep the rest of the home calm. Daily clean downs keep access safe and pleasant. If you live at home during the work, we phase the room so you can still make simple meals at agreed times.

Timeline and what to expect

• Day 1: Remove doors, clean, degrease, sand, label, set up spray zone.
• Day 2: Fill and prime, test colour and sheen on a door.
• Day 3: First colour coat on doors and frames, quality check under side light.
• Day 4: Second colour coat, spot third coat where the shade needs depth.
• Day 5: Cure and refit, hinge adjustment, handle install, final polish.

Large kitchens, deep colour changes, high gloss, or hardware changes can extend the plan. Empty properties often move faster since set up and wrap down are simpler.

Cost drivers without numbers

Key drivers are door count, substrate type, colour shift, sheen level, and hardware changes. Prep time and masking time vary by kitchen size and layout. Share a cabinet list and clear photos. We can give a tight plan and a clear written scope that matches your home.

Cleaning and care

• Wipe with a soft cloth and mild soap. Avoid harsh pads.
• Lift heavy pots rather than dragging them near edges.
• Keep edges dry after long cooking sessions, especially near kettles and sinks.
• Add felt pads behind chairs and stools to protect reveals.

Small marks usually wipe away. If a chip appears, we can touch in with a matched pot. For high gloss, we plan careful polishing during maintenance visits.

Common questions

Will the finish chip easily? With the right system and cure time, the film is tough. Good prep and careful refit are what keep edges perfect.

Can you respray inside the house? Yes. We use clean masking, extraction, and low odour systems. For larger door counts, we may spray doors off site and frames on site.

What about grain on timber? We can show a filled, near flat look, or keep a soft hint of grain. Your choice.

Can you match a brand colour? Yes. We colour match to the shade you love. We test a spray out card so you approve in your own light.

Linking your kitchen to nearby rooms

Many clients refresh walls in the same project. If you plan a full repaint, see our interior painting and decorating page for room by room ideas. If you are curious about soft, mineral walls in living areas, read about Bauwerk limewash and how it pairs with smooth sprayed joinery.

Areas we cover

We work across Prime Central London with many projects in Knightsbridge, Chelsea, Kensington, Belgravia, Notting Hill, and Westminster. You can see the quality of finish we aim for in the Super Prime residence and other project pages.

Next steps

Ready to plan a cabinet respray? Send a few photos of the kitchen, a door count, and your colour ideas. We will reply with a clear scope and schedule. To start now, request a site visit and we will book a time that suits you.

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