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Kitchen cost guides

Cabinet, countertop, backsplash and lighting upgrades compared by real cost.

A kitchen with white raised-panel cabinets, stainless appliances, granite counters and a dark wood floor
Kitchen

Cost to Paint Kitchen Cabinets in 2026: DIY vs. Pro

Painting kitchen cabinets costs about $200–$600 in materials if you DIY and roughly $2,000–$6,500 with a pro. See per-door prices, timelines and cost drivers.

A kitchen with medium-brown wood cabinets, an island and granite countertops
Kitchen

Cabinet Refacing vs. Painting vs. Replacing: 2026 Costs

Pro painting runs about $1,500–$5,000, refacing $4,000–$12,000, new cabinets $2,000–$32,000+. Compare costs, timelines and hidden fees before you choose.

A kitchen with a granite-topped island and wraparound granite counters, a gas cooktop, stainless appliances and wood cabinets
Kitchen

Countertop Film vs. New Countertop: 2026 Cost Guide

Peel-and-stick countertop film costs about $20–$120 for a typical kitchen; new laminate runs $600–$2,400. Compare heat limits, lifespan and renter risk.

A modern kitchen with warm LED strip lighting under the wall cabinets and over open shelves
Kitchen

Under-Cabinet Lighting Cost: Stick-On vs. Hardwired (2026)

Battery and plug-in under-cabinet lights cost roughly $15–$250 for a typical counter; hardwired jobs run about $250–$800 with an electrician. 2026 guide.

A kitchen backsplash of triangle-pattern tiles in red, teal, orange, gray and black beside a red faucet and a range hood
Kitchen

Peel-and-Stick Backsplash vs. Tile: 2026 Cost Comparison

Peel-and-stick costs roughly $30–$450 for a 30 sq ft backsplash; professional tile runs about $500–$1,700. See heat limits, lifespan and renter risks.

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