Flat Or Semi Gloss Paint For Kitchen Cabinets

Backsplash areas may benefit from semi gloss or even high gloss paint since they are likely to be scrubbed with some regularity.

Flat or semi gloss paint for kitchen cabinets.

Semigloss paint second in shine level only to gloss provides a high level of durability making it a viable choice for door trim and cupboards or even kitchen walls. A common scheme is to use satin paint on walls with semi gloss paint used on any cabinets or woodwork that are also painted. Since semi gloss finishes amplify imperfections however cabinets that have not been properly sanded might show imperfections that a satin finish would hide. Most people find that satin or semi gloss paint works the best in kitchens.

Both satin and semi gloss paints are easy to apply to cabinets when painting a kitchen. Because semigloss has a lot of shine it reflects light and can make colors look more vibrant. Generally satin paint has more sheen than flat or eggshell paint but its finish more closely resembles flat paint than it does glossy. A paint with some sheen will help reflect light and be more durable in the long run which is important in the kitchen environment.

In addition semi gloss finishes will show brush strokes easier than satin finishes. Semi gloss semi gloss paint is the balance between eggshell and high gloss and works well with any style bath or kitchen. Semigloss cupboard paint will accentuate any imperfections so be sure to sand cabinets well if you choose this type of paint.