I used this paint on my medium pine coloured kitchen cabinets. It went on and covered really well. I was considering a new kitchen and wall tiles but there was so much of a transformation that I haven't needed to and the colour I chose really set off the tiles.

For a self-priming, stain-resistant paint that comes in a HUGE selection of colours Rust-Oleum Kitchen Cupboard Paint is a great option. With 110 shades on offer, you can buy tester sachets (from 99p) containing enough paint to generously cover 30 x 30cm, to help you decide on the perfect hue.

The only thing we would say it be extra careful with chalk paint when painting protruding areas as they can be particularly prone to paint build ups. Like most chalk paints, this one has minimal VOCs and as such little to no odour. With no primer or topcoat needed, this paint is hard-wearing, scrubbable and has increased durability against everyday spills and stains

If you’re after an instant update for your melamine or MDF kitchen cabinets, the Ronseal One Coat Cupboard & Melamine Paint is ideal. This paint is specifically formulated for melamine cupboards, and easy to apply with a brush in just one coat. But if you are painting over a strong colour with a lighter hue, you may need two coats to achieve that smooth finish. Get Prices for a Professional Decorator Near You Best Kitchen Cabinet Paint Overall: Johnstone’s Cupboard PaintPreparation: Ensure surface is clean, dry and free from contamination.Use sugar soap equivalent to remove all traces of contamination, rinse Renovate and transform your kitchen with Rust-Oleum KitchenCupboard Paint. An ultra durable, scrubbable and water resistant,flat matt finish for kitchen cupboards. It doesn’t take a genius to figure out that this paint is suitable for interior woods and metals but crucially, this includes plywood, MDF and plywood which are commonly used throughout kitchens across the UK. Clean all the surfaces you plan to paint thoroughly with a good degreasing detergent or all-purpose cleaner. This is important for removing the kitchen grease and grime build-up over time.

First, remove any handles or knobs from the cabinets and drawers, so you’ll have a clear surface to work on. 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.

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If you’re looking for the best white kitchen cabinet paint you’ll want something that is durable, easy to clean and better yet, stain resistant. In this instant, we’d go with Dulux trade Diamond Satinwood and more specifically, the Pure Brilliant White option. Coverage is typically less than most water-based paints, so you will need more but you can get it in 5L tins. It can be applied with a brush, roller or pad, but to get a smooth professional finish it is ideal for use with one of the best paint sprayers. The downside is we found this oil-based paint had a strong odour, so you'll definitely need to open the windows! Even though a primer or topcoat isn't needed, you might still want to prime where you see stain bleed or knots in the underlying wood, or if you're painting over a very dark surface with a light coloured paint. The paint itself is top quality – hard wearing, ultra-low VOC and leaves a flawless, professional-looking finish. It’s available in a matte or semi-matte finish and in an almost infinite colour range. While it looks a little pricey at first, this is probably one of the most affordable ways to refresh your kitchen without compromising on quality, providing you don’t already have all the equipment.

Matt or chalk paint finishes can create a more rustic feel that may work well in a country cottage kitchen, although a matt finish is generally harder to wipe down and less durable to chipping, so it can be a difficult choice to maintain in a high traffic kitchen. Matt paints are often water-based though, so you're more likely to find an eco-friendly and low VOC option. Whilst not a specific kitchen cupboard paint, the Diamond Satinwood is suitable for application across a variety of surfaces including wood, MDF and even metals. This makes it the perfect choice for kitchen cabinets whilst you’re free to use the leftovers on any other projects you have lined up.

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The downside is that this is a solvent-based paint, meaning it contains VOC chemicals and has a fairly strong smell. Ensure to open windows to get sufficient ventilation and avoid using it in enclosed spaces.