Rust-Oleum Off White Kitchen Cupboard Watercolour Paint in Matt Finish - Antique White 750ml

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Also remember to place a dust sheet on the floor or an even layer of newspaper. Make sure you have all the tools too – a roller, a tray and a few paintbrushes of varying sizes. You should make sure you’re wearing clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, too. Need to update a tired-looking kitchen? One of the easiest and cheapest ways to do this is by painting your cupboards. The idea of 'the painted kitchen' is a key kitchen trend this year. 'Whether your tastes change or you notice signs of wear and tear, a well-built, hand-painted kitchen can simply be sanded down and re-painted in a new colour of choice. This is a great way of renovating your kitchen without the expense of replacing whole units,' explains Charlie Smallbone, founder of Ledbury Studio. The highly pigmented formula is easy to apply by brush or roller for lasting coverage that goes a long way, even on varnished or painted surfaces. If spraying, paint should be diluted with water by 10-20% as required. Two coats are recommended Whilst not a specific kitchen cupboard paint, the Diamond Satinwood is suitable for application across a variety of surfaces including wood, MDF and even metals. This makes it the perfect choice for kitchen cabinets whilst you’re free to use the leftovers on any other projects you have lined up.

Now you’re all set to get out the paint and give your kitchen cupboards a makeover! Do I need a primer to paint kitchen cupboards? The downside is that this is a solvent-based paint, meaning it contains VOC chemicals and has a fairly strong smell. Ensure to open windows to get sufficient ventilation and avoid using it in enclosed spaces. Our runner up for the best kitchen cupboard paint is Ronseal’s Cupboard and Melamine paint. Whilst not quite up to the standard of Johnstone’s, this paint trades high quality for a little bit more convenience, requiring just one coat for most cupboards. The only thing we would say it be extra careful with chalk paint when painting protruding areas as they can be particularly prone to paint build ups. Like most chalk paints, this one has minimal VOCs and as such little to no odour. Once you have prepped your cabinets, add the first coat of primer with a roller. If your cabinet surface is quite glossy though, you may need another coat as the multiple layers will build up added hardiness.The advanced water based formula has a nice consistency which makes it easy to apply by brush and still get a smooth, satin finish. It’s also handy that you won’t need to use a separate primer or undercoat – simply prepare the surface as you would for any other paint job and start applying. We achieved this beautiful finish with Johnstone’s Cupboard Paint.

Choosing either a multipurpose or specific primer will be the difference between doing an okay job and getting that professional finish you’re striving for. Once your cabinets are dry and clean, find a roller or paintbrush and add the first coat of primer. The primer creates a base coat and will help avoid any future paint chipping – multiple thin layers will build up a hardiness. If your original surface is quite glossy, you might need to paint another even coat of primer. What else do I need to know? One of the best yet one of the cheapest – this is ideal for those working on a budget who still want a quality finish. This is the most durable specific kitchen cupboard paint on the market but does take awhile to dry. If you’re OK with that, this might be the paint for you. The downside is we found this oil-based paint had a strong odour, so you'll definitely need to open the windows! It’s also been known to be very durable which is ideal for use on kitchen cabinets as they often get touched a lot.If you’re after an instant update for your melamine or MDF kitchen cabinets, the Ronseal One Coat Cupboard & Melamine Paint is ideal. This paint is specifically formulated for melamine cupboards, and easy to apply with a brush in just one coat. But if you are painting over a strong colour with a lighter hue, you may need two coats to achieve that smooth finish. Lovely colour, goes on well, wears well. Been on 18mths and only a couple of scratches. Bought some sample sachets as repair kit. I used this paint on my medium pine coloured kitchen cabinets. It went on and covered really well. I was considering a new kitchen and wall tiles but there was so much of a transformation that I haven't needed to and the colour I chose really set off the tiles. If you’re thinking about renovating your kitchen and are going to replace your kitchen cabinets, you might be able to save yourself time, money and effort by giving them a new paint job. Rust Oleum’s Painter’s Touch is a 400ml spray paint that can be applied to interior surfaces such as wood and metal and can be used on a variety of objects such as kitchen cabinets as well as other pieces of furniture.

This paint, like Johnstone’s, has been formulated specifically for kitchen cabinets and is suitable for application on anything including melamine, MDF, plywood and chipboard. Tough against everyday wipe downs, upcycle wood and gloss cupboards with a cabinet paint that’s both kind to the environment and easy to apply. Designed especially for kitchens, it’s washable, making it easy to wipe away splashes or splatters over time and delivers a smooth coverage in just one or two coats. But best of all, is the fact there's no need to compromise on your creative vision with those 110 colour options to choose from.We opted for the satin finish - although there is a gloss option too - and overall we found this the best paint to revamp either melamine or wood kitchen cabinets, giving a smooth finish and producing great results. The paint is water based which means you won’t need to put up with any strong odours, making it convenient to use in your kitchen without having to take all the doors off for exterior application. Of course, make sure your kitchen is well ventilated before, during and after painting. Protect the worktops and floors from splatter with a dust-proof sheet and run masking tape along the cabinet edges to prevent paint from getting on the walls. Upcycle your kitchen cabinets at less cost to you and the environment with a paint that’s both eco-friendly and water based