How do I paint my wooden kitchen cabinets and what paint to use?
I have cherry cabinets that are 35 years old in a galley kitchen. I want to paint them lighter, but want the right paint to use. I have a small area so it would not be difficult.
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A clerk at any paint store, Home Depot, ACE Hardware or Lowe’s store will be knowledgeable & can lead you in the right direction as well as advise you as to whether or not you will need to lightly sand them for a better outcome.
Hello! I suggest a specific cabinet paint - available at hardware stores, most brands have their own version. Here are my other tips - https://www.charlestoncrafted.com/2017/03/06/learned-painting-kitchen-cabinets/
Hi Dka, I am just about to paint my cabinets with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint. It needs no sanding and no primer so is just up my street, seeing as I hate doing all that and don't like the fumes oil paints give out. They have wonderful colors, too. Have a look on Amazon. Also try Dixie Bell and General Finishes. All highly recommended for kitchens. Good luck.
If they’re really cherry, do you want to consider stripping them and putting a semi-transparent lighter stain on them? Cherry is highly prized.
Degloss
Repair
Sand
Clean with TSP
Number doors and drawers
Remove doors and drawers
Place all hardware in a sealed container
Prime
Paint
Spray paint provides a smoother finish. Consult a paint store like Sherwin Williams or Benjamin Moore for the best paint for this type of job.
It is super easy to paint your kitchen cabinets with Dixie Belle.
Step one : Clean with White Lightning
Step two : Paint one to two coats of paint
Step Three : Use Gator Hide for a water resistant finish.
I am attaching some kitchens that have been painted with Dixie Belle Paint so you can see the outcome.
Also, we did have a series of LIVE videos on a step by step tutorial of how to paint your kitchen cabinets. If you would like to watch them....
Day one : https://www.facebook.com/DixieBellePaint/videos/1609328872527961/
Day two : https://www.facebook.com/DixieBellePaint/videos/1610860225708159/
Day three: https://www.facebook.com/DixieBellePaint/videos/1612437375550444/
Day four: https://www.facebook.com/DixieBellePaint/videos/1615506548576860/
Teri - www.dixiebellepaint.com If you ever need help or have any questions you can feel free to call us at 813-909-1962 during business hours. We have a full staff here eager to help you!
This is the easiest way to paint cabinets... this paint is pricey -- but SO easy to work with (buy good brushes elsewhere)
https://www.anniesloan.com/techniques/how-to-paint-your-kitchen-cabinets-with-chalk-paint