Kitchen Countertops or paint the cabinets first?

We are asked this question all the time and it is a great one.

In a perfect world, everything goes as planned and this is a simple answer.

But as we all know it is never that easy

Even with the most conscientious contractor mistakes happen and small damage can occur such as scratches, dings, and dents, if you refinish your kitchen cabinets first and then have backsplashes or countertops done there is a very good chance some things can happen. 

$$$

When mistakes happen it costs money, it costs money to the painter to come back and do touch-ups and in turn that cost will be given to the homeowner to cover or put in the estimate in the first place to cover these incidental costs so we recommend doing your painting AFTER all other work is complete.

Floors can be covered, counters can also be covered and protected from any damage.

Think about it wouldn't it be great to start and complete a project without having to ask contractors to come back out?

Having your painter do his or her work after all other trades have been in is a perfect way to maintain project costs while getting a top-quality job.