Peeling

Scratch test to see if your cabinets have been painted properly

If paint can be scratched off easily like this it's likely because the old finish was NOT sanded or cleaned properly prior to priming and painting.  Some painters rely on degreasers but this never works as a substitute for sanding.

Cabinet paint is no different from any other type of paint. All paint will chip if you hit it. 

Is paint chipping, flaking, falling off your relatively new kitchen cabinets?

Below is an example of how easy paint comes off these cabinets.