Is Kitchen Spraying Any Good? The Honest Pros and Cons
We get this question a lot: is kitchen spraying any good? The short answer – yes, when it’s done properly. But as with any home improvement, it’s not magic. There are situations where it’s a perfect solution and others where you might be better off replacing your units altogether.
Here’s our honest take, based on years of spraying kitchens across Swansea and South Wales.
The pros and cons of kitchen spraying in Swansea
The pros of kitchen spraying
1. It’s cost-effective
Replacing a kitchen can run into the thousands, even for mid-range units. Spraying uses your existing cabinets, so you’re paying for labour and materials rather than new carcasses, worktops, plumbing, and electrics. Many of our Swansea customers save 70–80% compared to replacement.
2. It’s fast
Most kitchens can be transformed in 2–4 days, with minimal disruption. No ripping out units, no skip on the driveway, and no waiting weeks for fitting.
3. It looks like new
A professional spray finish is smooth, streak-free, and can make even 20-year-old units look like they’ve just come from the showroom.
One recent job in Killay saw a dated oak kitchen transformed into satin light grey, with neighbours convinced the owners had splashed out on brand new units.
4. Huge colour choice
Unlike factory-finished kitchens, you’re not limited to a few shades. We can match almost any colour – from on-trend greys to deep navy blues or classic creams.
5. It’s eco-friendly
Spraying keeps perfectly good cabinets out of landfill. If your units are sound, there’s no environmental benefit to replacing them.
The cons of kitchen spraying
1. Condition matters
If your cabinets are warped, water-damaged, or structurally unsound, spraying won’t fix that. In those cases, replacement is often the better option.
2. It’s only as good as the prep
Spraying done without proper degreasing, sanding, and priming won’t last. We’ve been called in to fix “budget” jobs that started peeling within months because corners were cut.
3. You still have your old layout
Spraying changes the look, not the layout. If your kitchen’s design doesn’t work for you, no amount of spraying will fix that.
4. Not instant cure time
While the kitchen will be usable soon after spraying, full curing takes time – usually a week or two – so you’ll need to treat the surfaces with care at first.
Real-life example: when spraying is worth it
A couple in Mumbles had a solid wood kitchen in excellent condition, but the orangy stain made the whole room feel dated. We sprayed it in a modern two-tone scheme – navy blue base units and white uppers – for £1,350. Replacing it would have been well over £8,000. They were thrilled, and two years on, it still looks like new.
Real-life example: when replacement was the better option
In Morriston, a rental property kitchen had badly swollen MDF doors from years of water damage. While spraying could have made it look better temporarily, the damage meant it wouldn’t last. We advised the landlord to replace the doors entirely – sometimes the honest answer is “spraying isn’t right for this one.”
Tips if you’re considering kitchen spraying
- Get a site visit first – A pro will check the condition of your units before quoting.
- Ask about prep – If they can’t explain their cleaning, sanding, and priming process, walk away.
- Check examples – Look for real before-and-after photos from local jobs.
- Request a guarantee – A confident sprayer will stand by their work.
The takeaway
So, is kitchen spraying any good? Absolutely – when your units are in good shape and the job is done professionally. You’ll get a finish that rivals a brand new kitchen at a fraction of the cost, with minimal disruption and maximum impact.
But it’s not a one-size-fits-all answer. If your cabinets are damaged or you want a complete layout change, spraying isn’t the right fit. The key is getting honest advice before you commit.
From Plasmarl to Ponlliw, we’ve been helping homeowners decide whether spraying is the right choice for them. Want to know if your kitchen’s a good candidate? Let’s have a chat.