We didn't paint our cabs but here's the order our GC had it done:

- primer/first coat of paint and trim
- cabs in
- tile in
- second coat of paint and trim

He did say that the tile and paint could be switched but the painter might have to come back to do some minor touch ups.

IÂm not sure what the "right "answer is to this question but I would paint the cabinets first. The reason is that painting kitchen cabinets properly is a tedious long drawn out process but when thatÂs done the rest is the frosting on the cake or the "prize". ItÂs kind of like when you paint the exterior of your home. After all the hard work and prep if you paint the front first it looks so nice but then itÂs so hard to motivate yourself to do the rest. If you start in the back your end result prize is getting the front done so you can admire all the beauty. Hope that makes sence. Best of luck!