![]() ![]() Dilute up to 4:1 and still get great results. For painting purposes, it does wonders for cleaning doors and walls, and can be used on cabinets that are newer and start off fairly clean. Here is a brief summary of “the best in class” of cleaners, and what they work best on: Krud Kutter (Environmentally-friendly) – This wonderful degreaser works so well on grease that it is the only cleaner I use in my own home when I am not disinfecting. The issue is most often the complexity of the dirt and grime that has built up on the cabinets calls for a suitable chemical that can break down more than one type of buildup. We spent many years trying to keep things safe and non-toxic, but we have found that for adhesion and lifespan of the cabinet paint that the safe stuff just doesn’t get the job done as well. Unfortunately, the worse these products are for you, typically the better they work. Environmentally-friendly, toxic, and solvent-based. Therefor, what worked best yesterday will not necessarily be the best for tomorrow… CLEANING – We have 3 basic options here. One thing to remember is that paint chemistry is constantly changing and improving. I will also discuss the prep and priming stages, and what has worked best for us over the last 7 years and 150 sets of painted kitchen cabinets. ![]() This article will explore the kitchen cabinet painting process, and the pros and cons of each different type of finish. It seems that everybody has a different idea about what works best, and all of the information can be overwhelming. What Is The Best Paint for DIY Kitchen Cabinets? And What’s The Difference? As a professional painter, I have spent countless hours in discussions with both homeowners and other contractors talking about what is the best paint for kitchen cabinets. ![]()
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