Why respray over replacing?
10 reasons as to why you should respray over replacing and save yourself thousands
Matt Director
2/21/20262 min read


Top 10 Reason on how spraying could save you Thousands over replacing
1. Save Thousands of Pounds đź’°
Let’s address the biggest pain point first: cost.
Full kitchen replacement: £10,000 – £30,000+
Professional kitchen respray: Often 70–80% less
If your cabinets are structurally sound, replacing them is often unnecessary. Respraying gives you that “brand new kitchen” look — without the financial hit.
2. Avoid Weeks of Disruption
A full kitchen replacement can mean:
No cooker
No sink
Trades in and out for weeks
Dust, noise and stress
Respraying? Typically completed in just a few days.
You keep your layout. You keep your worktops. You keep your sanity.
3. Your Kitchen Layout Already Works
Most people don’t actually hate their layout — they hate the colour or the finish.
If your cupboards open properly, storage works well, and appliances are fine… why start again?
Respraying keeps the functionality you’re used to — while completely transforming the appearance.
4. Instantly Modernise a Dated Kitchen
Orange oak? Yellowing cream? Gloss white from 2005?
Colour trends change — but your cabinets don’t have to.
We can spray:
Modern greys
Deep navy blues
Sage greens
Soft neutrals
Contemporary matt or satin finishes
Your kitchen can look 2026 — not 2006.
5. Increase Property Value
Estate agents consistently say: kitchens sell houses.
A tired kitchen can:
Lower perceived value
Put buyers off
Trigger “renovation discount” offers
A freshly resprayed kitchen:
Looks premium
Feels modern
Photographs better for listings
All without spending ÂŁ20k+ on replacement.
6. Environmentally Smarter 🌱
Replacing a kitchen creates huge waste:
Cabinets in landfill
Packaging waste
New manufacturing emissions
Respraying reuses what you already have.
Less waste. Less carbon. Smarter upgrade.
7. Premium, Factory-Style Finish
This isn’t “DIY roller paint.”
Professional kitchen spraying uses:
Specialist degreasers
Correct abrasion methods
Adhesion-promoting primers
High-performance topcoats
The result? A smooth, factory-style finish that looks like it came straight from the manufacturer.
8. It’s Faster Than You Think
Most homeowners assume respraying takes weeks.
In reality:
Doors are removed and prepped
Sprayed professionally
Reinstalled once cured
Minimal downtime. Maximum transformation.
Perfect if you’ve got a busy household and can’t be without a kitchen for long.
9. Custom Colour Options
With replacement kitchens, you’re limited to whatever ranges the supplier stocks.
With respraying?
You can choose virtually any colour.
Want:
Two-tone units?
Dark island, light perimeter?
Feature pantry colour?
You’re not boxed into catalogue options.
10. It Solves the “Embarrassment” Factor
Let’s be honest.
You’ve probably had that moment:
“Don’t judge the kitchen — we’re planning to change it.”
Outdated cupboards can make the whole house feel tired, even if the rest is modern.
A respray transforms how you feel about your own home.
No more excuses.
No more avoiding kitchen photos.
No more putting it off.
Is Kitchen Respraying Right for You?
Respraying is ideal if:
âś” Your cabinets are structurally sound
âś” You like your layout
âś” You want a modern look without full renovation
âś” You want to save money
âś” You want minimal disruption
It may not be suitable if your units are badly damaged or structurally failing — but most kitchens are perfect candidates.
The Smart Upgrade Most Homeowners Overlook
The biggest mistake homeowners make?
Assuming replacement is the only option.
Kitchen respraying is one of the highest ROI home improvements available — especially when carried out professionally using high-end coatings designed for durability.
You get:
A brand new look
A fraction of the cost
Minimal disruption
Long-lasting finish
All without ripping your house apart.
Thinking About Updating Your Kitchen?
If your kitchen is looking tired, dated, or worn — but you don’t want the stress or cost of full replacement — respraying could be the perfect solution.
Get in touch with ESS Coatings today for a free consultation and see how much you could save by upgrading rather than replacing.
Save Thousands. Upgrade Smart. Transform Your Kitchen.
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