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Which comes first - painting cabinets or installing/finishing floors?

5 years ago

We are about to kick off a kitchen remodel that includes painting existing cabinetry, replacing countertops, new backsplash, and also replacing tile floor with hardwood which will be finished on site.


We have different opinions on what comes first from the contractor, painter and flooring company. So what order should the work be completed?


1. Install floor with sanding / stain / 2 coats of finish, paint cabinets, then do final coat on floor

2. Paint cabinets, then install floor and complete the sanding / finish


Both options assume any toe kick / trim molding on the bottom of cabinets would be installed last.


Whats the best practice here? Any advice or suggestions are greatly appreciated.

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