When Is it Time to Repaint Your Kitchen Cabinets? Anyone who’s ever painted a set of kitchen cabinets knows that there’s more work involved than meets the eye. Especially if you paint the insides, with all the shelving, supports and corners.
Franklin Painting of Farmington, CT, would like to give you a few things to consider in deciding when it’s time to repaint your kitchen cabinets.
When Is it Time to Repaint Your Kitchen Cabinets?
When Is it Time to Repaint Your Kitchen Cabinets?In a perfect world, about 8 to 10 years. But in a busy kitchen environment, it can be a lot less.
Several factors can affect the lifespan and appearance of cabinet paint. Read on to learn a more!
Age
As paint ages, it can start to fade. With years of use, you might start to notice chipping, scratches or chunks in the painted surfaces. At one point, these blemishes may be enough for you to want to paint the cabinets and restore a nice appearance.
Paint Quality
Every professional painter will tell you that one of the primary factors in the quality of a paint job – and its durability – is the quality of the paint. If your kitchen cabinets were painted with bargain-brand paint or old paint, you’ll probably need a new paint job sooner rather than later.
Daily Life In The Kitchen
Age will wear down cabinet paint, and so will:
- Heavy use
- Moisture from wet hands
- Grease
- Smoke
- Humidity from sinks and dishwashers
The worst of this wear usually happens around knobs and handles. Grime can be cleaned off, but if the paint is washing out, you’ll probably want to paint all the cabinet surfaces so the coloring and coverage is uniform.
How You Clean The Cabinets
Harsh cleaners (we won’t mention any brands) can cause paint to fade before its time. For most cabinet smudges and streaks, and for general cleaning every few months, a mild, soapy cleanser is usually sufficient. Save the powerful cleaners for the floor, which gets a lot dirtier than the cabinets.
The Professional Approach To Kitchen Cabinet Painting
When pro painters, like those at Franklin Painting, repaint kitchen cabinets, we go about it in a way that is time-tested to produce great results. If you’re going to do your own painting, follow these seven tips.
- Move items on counters away from the cabinet area and cover all surfaces near the cabinets.
- Remove everything inside the cabinets.
- Clean and rinse all surfaces that are to be painted and let them dry.
- If the cabinets are wood, sand them smooth (you don’t have to sand off the old paint).
- Invest in appropriate sizes of brushes and rollers – and get good ones! You’ll also need some cleaning rags, drop cloths, painter’s tape and paint buckets. And a rolling tray if you’ll be using rollers.
- Start with a coat of primer and let it dry. Then coat the surfaces with a smooth, medium-thick coat of paint. Let it dry. See how it looks. If there are weird-looking areas, add another coat.
- And buy the best paint you can afford!
Let Us Handle The Job
If you want gorgeous kitchen cabinets but aren’t crazy about the idea of painting them yourself, call the experts at Franklin Painting. We’ll do a job that will amaze you and give you many years of pleasure. Our professional interior and exterior painting services are not just about applying a coat of paint—we use high-quality materials and expert techniques to ensure a flawless, long-lasting finish. Whether it’s cabinets, walls, or trim, we’ll enhance your space with beautiful, vibrant colors that stand the test of time. Let us transform your kitchen into a stunning, welcoming environment with our attention to detail and exceptional craftsmanship.
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