Which is the best paint for particle boards?

Many homeowners ask, "What paint should I use to paint my kitchen?" When renovating their kitchens, the short answer is oil-based enamel trim paint. There are many oil-based paints available, so how do you choose the right one? Continue reading to find out more about the best paints for particle board.

It is not an easy job to paint kitchen cabinets. Reach out to the experts if you want the job done right from the beginning.

Tips for Painting Cabinets like a Pro

A DIY job is different from a professional one. Our experts have some tips to help you make your particle board cabinets look amazing.

You can only paint cabinets professionally with an HVLP (or airless) paint sprayer.

Prep

• Do not underestimate the amount of time required to prepare your cabinets properly. Preparing the cabinets for painting will generally take between 2 and 4 times as long. These include sanding and cleaning them.
• To make it easier to install, label the cabinet doors after you remove them.
• Wood filler and wood caulk can be used to fill holes, gouges, or large seams.

Primer

• Cabinet painting is only possible with the right primer. It is important to ensure that the primer you use matches the paint you are using.
• Before you paint, make sure that the primer has had enough time to cure.

Paint

• An oil-based enamel paint is the best choice for painting particle board cabinets. A paint sheen that is higher in gloss is easier to clean. High-gloss cabinets are not popular, so we use semi-gloss and satin sheens.
• This paint is also known as trim paint. A paint is even available that can be used on kitchen cabinets by some companies.
• Oil-based paints are less durable and easier to clean, but they have a stronger smell. This is especially important for kitchen cabinets, as they can withstand hot, humid, dirty, and even greasy conditions.

Workspace

• To properly paint cabinets, you need a clean, organized, and well-lit workspace. You'll struggle to see the imperfections in cabinets if the light is dim. If you spend too much time searching for tools than actually using them, it will lead you to frustration. Before any work begins, prepare your painting area.
• Instead of spraying the cabinet doors flat, attach small hooks to the doors and hang them from racks. This will allow you to spray all sides without having to handle them. To hang the cabinets while they dry, set up a second rack.

Application

• Paint the backs of your cabinets first. This will make it so that mistakes won't show up on the front.
• Spraying a cabinet made of particle board is the best way for a factory-like finish. A paint sprayer is a complex machine that requires special equipment and extensive experience. You will need a designated spray area for spraying your cabinets because there is always excess spray.
• Spraying cabinet frames and bases that cannot be removed from the kitchen requires a lot of masking. It's better to paint cabinet frames and bases with a brush than a roller. Brush marks on the bases and frames of cabinet doors shouldn't be an issue since they take up most of the space in the kitchen.