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Stained cabinets, before and after
Two kitchens refaced in stained cherry.
Renew the old finish with a stain toner, same tone or darker, sealed with a durable clear coat. The right choice when you have solid wood cabinets and want to update the color without hiding the grain.
Staining is for solid wood cabinets where the grain is part of the appeal.
Two kitchens refaced in stained cherry.
Professional cabinet staining is a multi-step process — each step builds on the last for a consistent, durable result.
We evaluate the existing finish — identifying areas needing repair vs. spot treatment before any work begins.
Surfaces cleaned, degreased and lightly sanded so the stain toner and clear coat bond well.
Scratches, gouges, and worn areas repaired and filled before staining for a consistent result throughout.
New stain applied in your chosen color. A test area is approved before full application proceeds.
Multiple coats of durable clear coat applied with sanding between layers. Sheen level is your choice.
Staining is quoted in person — condition of the existing finish determines the scope.
Good existing finish. Light sanding, stain toner, fresh clear coat.
Light sanding, stain toner, multiple clear coat layers.
Significant repairs, extensive touch-up, deeper color change.
Want a more specific number? Request a free estimate — most customers get a ballpark on the first call.
Yes — going darker is straightforward. The existing finish is cleaned and lightly sanded, then a stain toner renews or deepens the color. We'll bring samples to show the range of darker tones available.
Not with staining — a new stain can match your current tone or go darker, but it can't lighten wood. For a lighter look, cabinet refacing with new doors and veneers in a lighter wood or finish is the right path. We'll walk you through both options at the consultation.
Staining preserves the natural wood grain — the result still looks like wood. Painting covers the wood entirely with an opaque color. If you want to keep the wood character, staining is your answer.
With proper prep and quality clear coat, professionally restained cabinets last 10–20 years with normal care.
Yes — repair is a standard part of the staining process. We address scratches, gouges, and water-damaged areas before any stain is applied.
Satin and semi-gloss sheens are available. Satin is most popular for kitchens — easy to clean without being too shiny.
Raymond is happy to talk through your specific project — no obligation, no pressure.
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Key differences explained so you choose the right approach.
What restaining and refinishing involves, and what makes one job cost more than another — same tone vs. going darker, size, and detail.
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Schedule a free call with Raymond. He'll assess your wood type, current finish condition, and the options available for your specific cabinets.