Get Prices for a Professional Decorator Near You Best Kitchen Cabinet Paint Overall: Johnstone’s Cupboard Paint CONS: There’s the odd bad review about durability (but as I said before they all have a few) but one thing that did come up a few times was an issue with the likeness of the colour. One of the greys is said to more of a blue, and there were some colour complaints with other colours too – so have a look at photos of other people’s projects before you buy to be sure it’s what you want. If you’re looking for a white kitchen cabinet paint that lasts and doesn’t yellow, this is the paint for you.

CONS: It’s not technically made for kitchen cupboards, so it could possibly be less durable than other more specialist paints.The creamy, satin paint is solvent based and is very easy to apply and easy to achieve a smooth finish when brushed vertically. Being solvent based does mean that you’ll need to take the relevant safety measures as it has a high VOC content and odour. 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. Being water-based there is every chance it will not last any longer than the (water-based) Dulux product before it but we can't criticise the product in advance.

It’s also been known to be very durable which is ideal for use on kitchen cabinets as they often get touched a lot.Perhaps the best attribute of this paint is its durability. The formula ensures it can withstand scratches and scuffs whilst also being water resistant which means you can wash and scrub it without worrying about chipping the paint. 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. However, having said that, I think this is what makes it so durable which can never be a bad thing in such a hight traffic part of the house! There are also only a handful of colour options currently.

Johnstone’s Cupboard Paint is very durable once set, however you will need to be careful around it during the drying process. Whilst wet it can be scratched very easily so due care and diligence is needed to ensure you don’t spoil the finish. 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. No primer or undercoat are required. Stir well before use. Apply evenly with a brush or roller and avoid overspreading. Do not apply in temperatures below 10ºC or in damp conditions. There are only a handful of colour choices to choose from in the Dulux Cupboard Paint which is fine if you’re happy with those but if not you’d need to get something mixed. The surface should be thoroughly cleaned, dry and free from contamination such as grease, waxes or polish.

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Chalk paint might be seen by some as a fad but we can vouch for its quality. If you want to try something a bit different, try this one. This brand is known for giving the best paint products, and this product is not an exception. The Johnstone’s 389482 Kitchen Paint comes with an incredible price and outstanding quality. It comes in 16 modern and classic colours. Thus, it makes this furniture paint appealing for use on kitchen cupboards and seamlessly blends with any décor. It is specially formulated for furniture but easy to apply to other wooden surfaces. The colour is easy to apply and has a wide coverage. In some ways this was good for the new finish as woodstain doesn't really work over paint or other coatings as it's supposed to let the wood below shine thru. The key to the perfect finish is the preparation so follow these simple steps and you will be rewarded with a gorgeous new look. I did SO much research before I painted my kitchen cupboards because, let’s face it, it’s far too much work to be doing it again a few months later! I’ve done a round up of the most popular paints that I came across, and the pros and cons of each, so that you can decide which is the best paint for painting your kitchen cupboards.