Any tips on painting kitchen cabinets with red paint?
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Donna felz
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What roller, brush to use? I am using a dura poxy paint.
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@donna felz If possible, I would rent or buy a sprayer, at least for the doors (removed from the cabinets.). Spraying is faster, and it looks more professional. If not, use a very high quality brush, and thin your paint to avoid brush marks. Painting 2-3 coats of thinner paint, lightly sanding in between to remove grainy texture. I imagine that your red kitchen is going to look great! I love red.
Stacy | BlakeHillHouse
on Nov 13, 2014
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I painted my dark walnut cabinets white and never regretted it. I used Kilz then two coats of semi-gloss. I used the small roller Shur line three coats total with Kilz. Hope this helps
Jane Boyer
on Nov 13, 2014
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Kliz is excellent for switching to Red from any other color. One painting trick is to use a tint of Pink in your Primer when switching to Red. For the next 2 coats.
Michael Kenmir
on Nov 13, 2014
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@donna felz Use a high quality velour or foam mini roller (4" - Wooster, Whizz, or Purdy brand). The roller allows the paint to go on faster & doesn't leave unwanted brush stroke marks. Don't overload the roller. I have painted many, many cabinets in my own farm homes, condo & rental homes. Have fun & good luck! red sounds beautiful
Caroline Hall
on Nov 13, 2014
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@donna felz - Other than the appliation tool, Prep-work is the key to a great result. Be sure to clean with degreaser . I actually prefer "dirtex" it is powder cleaner (very inexpensive) you mix w water > it not only cleans off any residue that can't be readily seen, but it helps adhesion of the paint; and, you don't have to worry about rinsing a gizillion times. The other option is a "deglosser", rather than dirtex. It comes in liquid form.
Caroline Hall
on Nov 13, 2014
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Dura poxy is an excellent choice for the finish! The only other as good is Sherwin WilliamsProClassic Interior Acrylic-Alkyd Enamel. Depending on the cabinets you are working with you should really consider priming, if you haven't already. I highly recommend SW's Bonding primer; but, I understand there a couple of big box primers that are holding their own.
Caroline Hall
on Nov 13, 2014
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