Chalk Paint Cabinet Doors

Annie sloan shows you the fastest way to update your kitchen cabinets by simply using chalk paint and wax.

Chalk paint cabinet doors.

The original oak cabinet door was first sanded with 80 grit and then 120 grit. Some edges of my doors and drawers have thicker coats of paint and almost globby areas though i was careful not to put it on too thick. One other important consideration with chalk paint is its finish. Watch as i show you how to paint your kitchen cabinets with chalk paint by annie sloan and a different topcoat instead of wax.

The first on the left was not sanded or primed before adding chalk paint and distressing. I would definitely recommend chalk paint if you are considering painting your cabinets as it s so easy to use and provides a great end result we got the look of a brand new kitchen for just a fraction of the price by choosing to paint our cabinets instead of gut the whole thing. The second on the right was sanded primed and than chalk paint was applied before being distressed. Because of the thickness of chalk paint it can build up quickly and diminish the dimensionality of decorative routered edges.

Once dry wax the doors using clear chalk paint wax and a chalk paint wax brush. The chalk paint gives it a more textured appearance too. Leave the wax to harden before applying another coat allowing at least a day. Leave to dry before painting a second coat of chalk paint.

All of my cabinet doors that i have redone with gel stain and chalk paint have held up great. Chalk paint cabinets durability factor. The topcoat used is high perfo. Very durable and easy to wash.

You ll want to wax the doors two to three times to make your finish really strong. Chalk paint i used renaissance chalk paint. An acrylic latex paint in an enamel finish is your best bet for doors and trim. My staircase has some spots where it s rubbed off because i have little hands that are on it all the time.

Much better than chalk paint. As someone else noted. Learning how to paint your kitchen cabinets may seem intimidating at first but it really was such a breeze. Click to see close up comparison.

Chalk paint can t be brushed on as evenly as latex paint can be sprayed on. Follows is a comparison. Remove any excess with a lint free cloth. Paint adheres best over a scuffed surface making true wood cabinets a great candidate for painting sand the surface to prep it for paint and the result is a better bond and smoother finish.

This is especially important if your wood cabinets are already stained or have a glossy finish you will need to get through this finish layer first either with sandpaper or a liquid. It is a necessity for applications such as kitchen cabinets. Sherwin williams and benjamin moore are great brands. It is formulated for that use.