Do I need to mark or highlight which cabinets to change?
No. Describe the target in words: 'apply the finish onto all kitchen cabinets' or 'change only the lower cabinets.' The AI understands spatial references like 'upper cabinets' and 'island base.' Use markers only when the kitchen has multiple cabinet zones and the AI keeps changing the wrong ones.
How do I composite a cabinet door sample onto a kitchen photo?
Upload the kitchen photo as your main image, then click '+ Add reference image' and upload a photo of your cabinet door sample or swatch. Describe the composite: 'apply the cabinet door finish from the reference onto all kitchen cabinets, matching grain direction and lighting.' The AI extracts the style from your sample and maps it onto every cabinet surface in 30 seconds.
Is there a free tool to preview cabinet door finishes in a real kitchen?
Yes. EditThisPic lets you composite cabinet door samples onto kitchen photos completely free, with no signup and no watermark. Upload your kitchen photo and door sample, describe the composite, and download the result. One free edit per week, or purchase credits starting at $1.99 for more.
What kind of cabinet door sample photo works best?
A clean, well-lit photo of the door front with visible grain pattern and finish detail. Solid backgrounds are best. The sample should be photographed flat and straight-on, not at an extreme angle. Include enough of the door to show the panel profile — a partial swatch works, but a full door face gives the AI more style information to apply across the kitchen.
Can I show different finishes on upper and lower cabinets for a two-tone kitchen?
Yes. Do it in two passes for the best results. First, composite one finish onto the lower cabinets with 'apply this finish onto only the lower kitchen cabinets, keeping uppers unchanged.' Download that result, then upload it as your new main image and composite the second finish onto the uppers. This gives you precise control over each zone.
Will the composite look realistic enough for a client presentation?
When done well, yes. The AI matches lighting, perspective, and surface texture automatically. The key is using a high-quality door sample photo and a well-lit kitchen photo. Most designers find the result convincing enough for initial design proposals and finish approvals. For final sign-off presentations, run the result at full resolution and zoom in to verify door edge detail.
What is the best free AI tool for cabinet door visualization?
EditThisPic handles photo-based cabinet compositing well for free. Unlike expensive kitchen design software that requires 3D room models and CAD-format cabinet files, you just upload two photos and describe the composite. It handles perspective matching, grain direction, and lighting adjustment automatically. Free to try with no account required.
Can I use this for cabinet refacing or refinishing proposals?
Yes. This is ideal for refacing and refinishing projects. Photograph the homeowner's existing kitchen and your proposed door sample, then composite to show the transformation. The AI preserves the cabinet layout and hardware positions while applying the new door finish. Show the before and after side by side in your bid presentation to help homeowners visualize the upgrade.