Having cabinets in your kitchen really help you organize kitchen utensils and tools, at the same time, allowing you to be more creative. You can paint or add decorative accessories to your cabinets to make it a part of the kitchen set up, and not a different entity. And, speaking about painting, there are good reasons why it’s recommended. But, there are also some disadvantages to having the cabinets painted. So, today, we are going to discuss the pros and cons of painting kitchen cabinets.
Kitchen cabinets come in different sizes and shapes and can be used as counters or even tables. There are three common cabinets in the kitchen – wall, base, and tall cabinets. And, whatever the type of cabinets you have in your kitchen, for as long as you arrange them properly, you know it’ll add more beauty to the surroundings. But, painting the kitchen cabinets, as we all know, should make them more beautiful and stunning. Surprisingly, there are also cons in painting kitchen cabinets.
We will reveal to you some of the common pros and cons of painting kitchen cabinets.
But, before that, you should know that there are a lot of paints you can use for kitchen cabinets, aside from the common general purpose paints. You can use oil-based paints with a finish that are very durable. Latex paint is another good paint for kitchen cabinets that dries quickly and won’t turn yellow. So, you can apply patches anytime and still get a uniform and even paint finish. You can also combine oil-based and latex paints to get a more durable and hard finish. This mix doesn’t yellow over time, so you can touch-up whenever you need and come up with a beautiful even finish.
Pros of Painting Kitchen Cabinets
More to the beauty that painting adds to your kitchen and your cabinets, painting the cabinets offers a lot more benefits. Among the advantages are the following:
Cost (Over Replacing)
It’s undeniable that the cost of having the kitchen cabinets painted is way cheaper than replacing them. You can even save more if you are the one who will do the painting, rather than hiring painters.
Get New Look without Spending Too Much
Having new kitchen cabinets is more expensive, especially when you pay for the removal of the old cabinet and the installation of the new ones. However, you can do away with the hassle and trouble if you just paint it. And, if you need a fresh new look of the cabinets, you can add kitchen cabinets decorative accessories like acanthus appliqué or molding.
Durability
It’s for protection. If you have cabinets below your sink or your stove, chances are, it’ll get wet and stained at any time. Adding painting will keep the surface protected from wear and tear and stain. With paints, you can easily wipe out stain and oil without affecting the cabinet material itself.
Cons of Painting Kitchen Cabinets
There are also a few disadvantages of painting your kitchen cabinets. And, the following will give you information on the cons of painting the kitchen cabinets:
Not Applicable to All Cabinets
Although painting can be generally good for the cabinets, it’s important for you to know that not all cabinets can be painted. If your cabinet is already there for years, having all the dents and already warped, painting it will just make the damage more evident. It’s better to replace it or put some patches to be able to make the surface even, before applying that paint. On the other hand, if the cabinet has elaborate grain details can be challenging to paint, especially if you want to completely hide the details.
You may still opt to paint it, but may require experts to really do the trick and help you have the cabinets painted, even though it may be hard to do it.
Time Consuming
If you think your cabinets are up for painting or re-painting, the biggest challenge would be the actual painting process. It’ll be long and time-consuming. Painting kitchen cabinets require a detailed work. And, remember, you’re still going to use your kitchen. So, how will you do some painting in your kitchen cabinet, and still be able to use your it? That’s one heck of a challenge.
You shouldn’t skip any steps in painting. You should start cleaning, removing dirt, sanding, and the painting proper. Then, let it dry and do multiple coating if you need to. This is to ensure that you get the best possible output for your kitchen cabinet paints. So, it’s really very time-consuming.
The above-mentioned pros and cons for painting kitchen cabinets are your guide to help you decide.
They’re your checkpoints to help you decide whether adding paint is applicable for your cabinets or not. But, if you are still undecided and confused, the best thing to do is contact Fidelity Builders and Design. They have experts who will guide you to assess your kitchen and give you objective feedback. So, don’t waste your time and contact Fidelity Builders and Design now.
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