Collection: Kitchen Cupboard Paint

Can you paint kitchen cabinets?

Absolutely! Painting cabinets is an easy way to transform your entire room. It's less time-consuming, skips the entire renovation process, and most importantly saves money.

Deciding on kitchen cupboard paint colours is the biggest and most important decision; it will define the look and feel of your space. Dark shades will create a sophisticated and more cosy feel, whilst opting for brighter whites and neutral tones will brighten your room and offer a warm welcome.

Do I need to apply a primer before applying kitchen cabinet paint?

Primers are a great way to help paint stick to your surface, helping it last longer and look better. In most cases when painting your kitchen cupboards, we recommend using the following:

Zinsser B-I-N: Touch dry in 15 minutes, the Zinsser B-I-N sealer and stain killer primer features a high adhesion and works brilliantly at blocking out unruly and stubborn stains. 

Tikkurila Otex Akva Water-Based Primer - A professional-quality and quick-drying primer, the Tikkurila Otex provides special adhesion to a range of surfaces, including PVC plastic, glass, tile, and many more. Did we also mention it can be colour matched to your favourite colour?

Tikkurila Helmi Primer—Ideal for using on interior wooden surfaces, Helmi water-based primer features a drying time of 1 hour and can be colour-matched to your colour of choice. 

What is the best kitchen cupboard paint?

In the past, most people tended to opt for a satin or gloss finish when it came to painting their cupboards. However, nowadays we are seeing more and more people go for matt paint finish. Luckily here at DCO we have a wide range of paints suitable for everyone, whether you prefer a matt, satin, or gloss finish. 

Our top cupboard paint choice? Zinsser AllCoat, available in all 3 finishes, does what it says on the tin and can be used on a wide range of surfaces. Featuring a Class 1 scrub rating (the toughest you can get!), this water-based paint is the best paint to paint kitchen cupboards and can be colour-matched to your colour of choice.

Needing some extra inspiration? 

If you are needing some extra kitchen cabinet paint inspiration, then don't forget you can always find us on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook.

Our helpful team is also on hand to help you with all your DIY and decorating questions. Click here to learn all the ways you can contact us today.

We've also have a fab kitchen cupboard transformation blog with @togged_to_the_bricks who transformed her kitchen on a budget using our DCO cupboard paints.

Should I use a paintbrush or roller to apply my kitchen cabinet paint?

For a neat and smooth finish, we recommend applying your kitchen cupboard paint with a 4” mini foam roller. Some of our favourite tools include the Axus Lime Finish rollers and the Axus Blonde Wool rollers. If your kitchen cupboards have mouldings, then use a brush to cut in first and then a roller for a neat finish!

Other tools you may want to pick up include a dust sheet and wood filler.

Kitchen Cupboard Paint Bundle

Not sure where to start with painting kitchen cupboards?

Don't worry; we have all you need included in our Kitchen Cupboard Paint Bundle. Designed to have everything you'll need to help create the kitchen of your dreams.

Included in this bundle is the Zinsser Cleaner & Degreaser, ideal for prepping your kitchen cupboards for painting.

The Zinsser B-I-N Primer is used to prime your cupboards before applying the paint, and finally the Zinsser All Coat Colour Match.

All you have to do is simply select your colour, size, and finish. Our experts are also on hand to help you with any extra help or support you may need.