Custom IKEA Kitchen Cabinet Refinish – Edinburgh

This project took us to a modern Edinburgh home where the owners had just installed a brand-new IKEA kitchen. While they loved the layout and functionality, they weren’t sold on the standard colour options. They wanted something softer, warmer, and more personal—something that felt like it truly belonged in their home.

We took their fresh-off-the-shelf cabinets and transformed them with a bespoke light blue finish, giving the kitchen a high-end, custom look without the full bespoke price tag. The result is a space that keeps all the practicality of an IKEA design but feels entirely unique to the people who live there.

The Brief
While IKEA kitchens offer practicality and smart design, the client wanted a softer, more individual colour than the standard range could provide. Our job was to transform these off-the-shelf units into something truly unique.

Our Process

Offsite Finishing

We collected all doors and drawer fronts to minimise disruption
In our workshop, we:
- Sanded and primed both sides
- Smoothed with a fine abrasive
- Dusted and degreased every surface for a clean base

Paint and Protection

Applied Tikkurila Helmi 10 in the client’s chosen light blue
Sprayed a 2-component satin water-based lacquer over the top for added durability—resistant to knocks, stains, and grease

On-Site Cabinet Side Painting
To complete the look, we hand-painted the fixed cabinet sides in the same colour using the same careful process.

Final Touches
Once the kitchen was assembled, we handled any wall touch-ups needed from installation to leave the space looking flawless.

The Result
The finished kitchen perfectly blends IKEA’s smart design with a custom colour and high-spec finish. It’s a great example of how standard units can be elevated into something bespoke and personal.

Thinking about personalising your kitchen? We can help make it yours—without the full bespoke price tag.