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Contemporary Kitchen Makeover

Contemporary Kitchen Makeover project by Painters of Geelong

The Williams family had been dreaming of a kitchen transformation for years. Their Highton home featured an outdated kitchen with dark timber cabinets, stained walls, and a colour scheme that made the space feel cramped and uninviting. Rather than committing to a full renovation, they opted for a professional painting makeover that would deliver dramatic results at a fraction of the cost.

We worked with the family to develop a fresh, contemporary colour scheme that would open up the space and complement their existing benchtops and appliances. The focus was on creating a bright, clean aesthetic with warm undertones to keep the kitchen feeling welcoming.

Problem

The kitchen's dark timber cabinets absorbed light and made the room feel significantly smaller than it was. Grease and steam from years of cooking had left the walls stained and discoloured, particularly around the stove and rangehood area. The existing laminate cabinets had a dated orange-toned timber look that clashed with the family's modern style preferences. Previous attempts to clean the walls had only made the patchy discolouration more obvious.

Solution

Our team designed a comprehensive painting solution that would completely transform the kitchen's appearance without any structural changes, keeping costs manageable while delivering stunning results.

  1. Removed all cabinet doors and hardware, labelling each piece for precise reinstallation
  2. Degreased and sanded all cabinet surfaces to ensure optimal paint adhesion on the laminate
  3. Applied a specialist bonding primer designed for laminate and melamine surfaces
  4. Spray-painted all cabinet doors and frames with two coats of premium satin white enamel for a factory-smooth finish
  5. Washed, prepared, and painted all walls in a warm white matte with excellent coverage
  6. Applied a washable satin finish to the splashback zone for easy cleaning and moisture resistance
Kitchen cabinet painting detail

The spray-painted cabinets deliver a flawless, factory-quality finish that completely transformed the space.

The kitchen makeover was completed over four days, including drying time for the cabinets. The Williams family were amazed at how different the space looked and felt — brighter, larger, and thoroughly modern. The warm white palette creates a beautiful canvas that lets their timber benchtops and stainless steel appliances shine. Friends and family have commented that it looks like an entirely new kitchen, and the durable finishes mean it will stay looking fresh for years to come.

Project Info

Client NameThe Williams Family
CategoryInterior Painting
DateFebruary 8, 2026
Address7 Shannon Ave, Highton