What is the best type of paint to use to refinish kitchen cabinets?

I am starting prep work now. Taking doors & hardware off, labeling them, etc. Will start sanding and cleaning this weekend. I've done research on some paint but I'm wondering what will be the most durable. I'd love some paint recommendations. Thank you!!

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  • Ashleigh Ashleigh on Jul 13, 2018

    I used Valspar! I had standard oak cabinets so I first cleaned and sanded then used a primer from valspar and then The color cream in my coffee from them. It took three coats and three coats of sealer So be patient it’s worth it in the end!

  • Joy Elizabeth Joy Elizabeth on Jul 18, 2018

    I used Benjamin Moore advance for our cabinets with kilz oil based primer. I rolled it on with a foam roller.

  • William William on Jul 19, 2018

    Make sure they are clean and dry. Remove the doors and hardware. Mark the doors and cabinets with tape where they go. Lightly sand the doors and cabinets to remove any gloss and roughen the surface for paint with 120- to 220-grit sandpaper. Use a tack cloth or damp rag to remove dust after sanding. Prime with a stain blocking primer like Zinsser 123, KILZ,or BIN and have it tinted to the color of the top coat. This will prevent dark or stained surfaces from showing through the top coat. Acrylic, or water-base, paints are low-fume and clean up easily with water. Alkyd, or oil-base, paints require good ventilation because the paint contains solvents that can irritate your lungs and make you feel sick. Alkyd options require mineral spirits for cleanup, but they provide a hard, durable paint finish. Whichever you use, buy the best-quality paint you can afford for a lasting kitchen cabinet finish. Seal with at least three coats with a water based polyurethane. Use a small foam roller and foam brush for a smooth finish.