How do I paint my kitchen cabinets with chalk paint?

We used a clear wax coat when we finished ours, and I did paint the inside of the cabinets. even though it was more work. Every time I open them I'm glad i did.

I like Purdy and Wooster brushes. Wooster makes a brush with a short handle for about $6.00. I buy them at Home Depot. When you clean them well after each use they last for a long time. If you are using chalk paint on kitchen cabinets I would finish with several coats of poly rather than wax. The poly will be more durable over the long run and will wash up better. I did not paint the inside of my cabinet boxes except the cabinet that I took the doors off for a open look. You can paint the insides however--it does look nice. I did use vinyl floor squares on the shelves in my kitchen cabinets. Easy to clean. I did paint both sides of the doors. It is better to take off the doors to paint them as you will need several coats and some good drying/curing time so they don't stick to the face of your cabinet frame when you close them.

Heirloom Traditions Paint is an all-in-one chalk paint people are using for cabinets. it has a Built in Bonding Primer, wax and top coat.