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   DougF | Mar 19, 2008 11:40pm | #1

   Ray, what material did you use to paint the cabinets?

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   Ray | Mar 20, 2008 12:37am | #2

   Haven't repainted 'em yet, the original was a white latex paint (gloss), new paint job will probably be the same.

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   hammer1 | Mar 20, 2008 03:01pm | #3

   Latex isn't the best choice for a kitchen. Oil based enamels stand up much better and are more easily washed. You don't need any extra protection.Beat it to fit / Paint it to match

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   blewcrowe | Mar 20, 2008 09:58pm | #8

   As I recall, Waterlox had a recommendation for adding-to paints that would increase their durability. Used to be a pretty common practice back in the 60s. Don't know how 10-20% solution in a white would do though.

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   ChipTam | Mar 20, 2008 04:02pm | #4

   Ray,

   I've done cabinets for several kitchens but I've only painted one set.  Overall, it turned out well.  I wanted a matt finish but the durability of oil so I went with a Ben. Moore eggshell oil paint followed by a coat of Minwax low-lustre Polycrylic.  The Minwax did change the color slightly and, even the low-lustre, increased the sheen.  Also, I'm not sure it added much to the durability.  An oil-based poly would have been harder but I was concerned about the sheen and the lenghty off-gassing with kitchen cabinets.  If you decide to go with a final coat of water-based poly, take a look at a back issue of FWW (about 2 years ago) where they rated water-based polys.  The article showed quite a difference in the hardness of different brands.

   Chip  

   
   

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   Edited 3/20/2008 9:06 am ET by ChipTam

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   Mackwood | Mar 20, 2008 06:06pm | #5

   Ray,

   Wife and I have had a paint contracting business for 12 years and have used several paints on many different cabinets.  We are very partial to Sherwin Williams PRO Classic.  It comes in either latex or oil.  If you can hack the smell, use the oil.  It will hold up better.  I wouldn't put anything over it.

   Regards,

   Mack

   "WISH IN ONE HAND, S--T IN THE OTHER AND SEE WHICH FILLS UP FIRST"

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   Ray | Mar 20, 2008 06:31pm | #6

   Thanks, everybody for all the advice.  I guess the best thing to do is paint a piece of scrap and give it a poly top coat to see how it works.  Since I don't do the painting - (unless it involves stain, oil, or shellac) - I'll let dear wife make the final decision :-) 

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   Gretchen | Mar 20, 2008 09:19pm | #7

   there is no need for a topcoat to paint. It will yellow. A good paint will do the trick. I do love my eggshell finish oil. After it is cured well, it is very hard and durable.Gretchen