Beautiful example of how old oak kitchen cabinets can look painted in Cloud White.

Kitchen cabinet panels often shrink and expand throughout the seasons from changes in humidity

Therefore, it’s important to use a paint that is flexible that bonds well to all types of products.  We always use Benjamin Moore colours and their top acrylic paints.

Should new countertops be installed before or after the cabinet painting is done? 

In most cases new countertops can installed before or after but it’s important installers hold off on applying any silicon where new paint will be applied. Paint does not stick to silicon!

NOTE: We can remove silicon but it’s time consuming which adds to labour costs. 

If you are changing countertops before painting, installers should not apply Silicon anywhere wood will be painted.

Why?

Refacing cupboards is an option to consider as it's less expensive to buying new cabinetry. In most cases refacing cabinets is unnecessary if it’s colour you wish to change

• Kitchen cabinet painting is affordable
• Kitchen cabinet painting has more colour choices
• You'll have a better matched kitchen

Once kitchen cabinets are freshly painted, consider updating optional hardware like handles and pulls. Changing hardware can make a big difference!

Cabinet painting is no different to auto body work. In order for paint to stick and feel smooth, surfaces must be prepared properly.

Interior designers prefer darker neutral colors for kitchen islands. Black, gray and blue are quite popular. Of course, the same coloured kitchen island is almost always a safe bet!