What is the best paint for kitchen cabinets?

Question

Not color, brand/type of paint. Thanks.

Answer 1

For durability, cleanability and a suitable level of sheen for kitchen cabinets I strongly recommend a "melamine" paint. It dries to the hardness and look of plastic laminate finish. ( ie: trademark names such as Arborite, Formica etc.) Any home or hardware store paint department should carry this paint, under various names. It can be tinted any paint colour, or may come ready tinted in a few standard colours.
Prepare the cupboards by washing them down first, vinegar and water will work. Rinse well and prime with "Zinser's Bullseye 1-2-3". It is not neccessary to sand first unless there are rough spots or damage that requires fill and sanding.
You can use an ordinary latex enamel, preparing and priming the surfaces first as described above. Choose a semi - gloss finish for maximum cleanability. This will look similar, but will not be as durable as a melamine paint. Whatever paint you choose, allow 24 hrs. between coats, even if the label says less. This will ensure that each coat will reach it's maximum hardness and will be less prone to chipping or gouging.
Good luck with your project, I hope this helps.

Answer 2

I agree that an enamel paint will hold up better ... make sure you sand/prime your cabinets first to ensure that the paint will stick. allow plenty of drying time before putting the doors back in so that the paint will not stick to any other painted surface of the cupboards. You can use latex or oil based enamel, depending on the kind of paint you would rather use. I prefer the latex as the cleanup is so much easier!

Answer 3

They actually make a paint that's designed for kitchen/bath. It stands up to humidity more than other types of paint. Just about all quality name brands carry this type, and the colors are limitless. Instead of "sheen" or "satin" or "eggshell" it reads "kitchen/bath"

Good luck

Answer 4

I think the best thing for you would be go straight to Home Depot,
Orchid Supply or any Paint/Tile place.
There you'll be able to choose and see other models for you
color preference. Also, it might answer your other previous questions as well. If you do want to get into decorating try looking for books at your local library, you'll be amaze all the things you can do on your own.

Answer 5

Latex Enamel
I prefer Sherman Williams
They have a series of pewter colors you can check out:
http://www.sherwin-williams.com/do_it_yourself/

just click on: Launch Color Visualizer

Answer 6

ANY OF THE WHITES WILL YELLOW. TRY ANTIQUING, OR CHANGING YOUR EXISTING STAINED FINISH. IF YOU MUST PAINT LIGHT ( NEAR WHITE ), THEN ADD A SQUIRT OF PURPLE TO THE WHITE PAINT. IT'S SUPPOSED TO HOLD THE COLOR LONGER & SLOW/STOP YELLOWING!

Answer 7

Maybe a brown or a beige would look good!