Do you want to give your kitchen cabinets a fresh new look? If yes, apply a fresh coat of paint to your kitchen cabinets to give it a new life. Discover with Tennessee Design which color will be best for your best cabinet.
Things to consider
There are some things to consider when painting your cabinets. This is because painting your kitchen cabinets yourself is a challenging task. It’s also almost impossible to get the same perfect finish compared to factory-made cabinets. This is because those cabinets are painted in unique industrial settings. Moreover, the professionals use high-tech equipment that sprays the paint evenly and quickly.
Choose The Right Paint Finish
● Matt is the finish with the least sheen. It is most often used on interior walls and ceilings with vinyl matt emulsions, although it is available in a range of paints due to its modern look.
● Eggshell – It has a slightly higher sheen and more durability. It is popular in oil-based woodwork and water-based forms. Furthermore, it can be used on walls and woodwork.
● Silk – This paint has a mid-sheen finish that is traditionally used on interior walls & ceilings
● Soft Sheen – This type of paint has a mid-sheen finish with a more delicate shine. Therefore, it is ideal for interior walls & ceilings.
● Satin paint – Satin finishes have a bit more sheen and durability. Moreover, they have a softer shine than gloss paints. Satin paint does a better job of hiding imperfections.
● Semi-Gloss Paint – Semi-gloss paint has a very durable finish and is highly stain-resistant. It reflects more light and has a brighter, cleaner appearance.
● Gloss paint – Gloss paints are the most durable and long-lasting of finishes. Moreover, this type of paint gives your cabinets a luxurious, bright, and shiny look.
Choose The Best Type of Paint
After you decide on the finish, you will have to move to the next step. This is deciding on the type of paint that you want to use. Each has advantages or disadvantages.
Acrylic paint
Latex paints are cheap, quick, and easy to apply. However, they are not all suitable for kitchen cabinets. This is why you have to make sure to choose a high-quality, durable acrylic-based latex paint. Water-based acrylic paint is less likely to bother you if you are sensitive to the stinky fumes from other paints.
Alkyd paint
This type of paint is a resin, which practically falls between latex and oil paints. Alkyd paint typically levels better than latex (which means fewer brush marks) and dries harder. However, it will require a little more time to dry between coats. Moreover, they also have less odor than oil paint.
Oil paint
Traditionally, oil paint was the top choice for cabinets. This is because of its smooth finish and superior durability. However, these high-gloss paints are more difficult to apply and more challenging to clean.
Let Tennessee Designs Kitchen & Bath Remodelers Handle Your Kitchen Cabinet Painting
Don’t stress about choosing the perfect paint for your kitchen cabinets. Tennessee Designs Kitchen & Bath Remodelers can handle it all! Our experts will guide you through the process, from selecting the ideal finish to ensuring a professional application. Contact us today for a free consultation.
