For the best bathroom cabinet paint, I recommend using a water based, alkyd paint. You don't need a top coat if you go this route, either! Oil based paints are going out of favor. These days, latex paints are made just as well and are much easier to work with!
Semi-gloss tends to work well in areas that generate a lot of moisture, such as bathrooms. Satin is also durable and can be easy to clean, which is ideal for this area of your home. Make sure to paint your bathroom cabinet surfaces with a latex- or oil-based paint.
Tape and Prime the Vanity
Tape the inside edges of the cabinet as well, unless you also plan to paint the cabinet interior. Apply a coat of primer with brush and roller. Shellac or oil-based primers are recommended for bathroom cabinets. Prime all doors and drawer fronts using the same method.
On the fronts and backs of drawers and doors, you can use a roller. This will apply the paint in a more smooth and even manner and is much faster than only using a paint brush. Then, use a brush for touching up small areas or for hard-to-reach spots.
The best type of paint for bathroom cabinets is oil-based paint because it can withstand dampness and humidity. Alternatively, you can also use a latex-based paint that has mold- and mildew-proofing properties, such as Zinsser paint products.
Overall, the best finish for painting cabinets is semi-gloss. It ensures maximum durability and is ideal for high moisture areas like bathrooms and basements.
You do not always have to protect painted cabinets with a sealer or topcoat, but I am a big fan of using a good topcoat to protect your paint finish. Some paints, like Benjamin Moore Advance, do not require a topcoat at all.
Can You Paint Over Cabinets Without Sanding? Skipping the sanding step is OK if you're making a change from one newly painted surface to another, or painting raw, unvarnished wood cabinets.
You can, but that doesn't mean you should! I'm always going to recommend you remove all hardware from the doors and drawers. That means removing the drawer and cabinet knobs and pulls (handles) too. Now if you want to change the finish of the hinges a new color with a can of spray paint, you can ABSOLUTELY do this.
If you used oil-based paint, you may not need to seal your cabinets. However, if you use water-based paint, sealing is recommended. Secondly, exposure to moisture and heat can affect the lifespan of the paint. If your cabinets are near a sink or stove, it's a good idea to seal them.
Bright White
White is a classic for bathroom cabinets. From there, the decision is what kind of hardware to use. Unlacquered brass, nickel, and matte black are all popular choices.
Matte, Flat and Eggshell
Professional painters generally steer people away from flat, matte and eggshell finishes for bathroom projects because soft paints are prone to mildew in high humidity. They also aren't as easy to clean, an important feature for bathroom walls.
The best paint for bathroom cabinets is oil based paint or an enamel cabinet paint. These are the two most durable options for a high traffic area. Of course, you can also get away with using basic latex paint or an interior alkyd paint with proper prep and sealing.
Be prepared to apply at least two coats per side when painting bathroom cabinets. Paint the front of each drawer but not the drawer sides or glide hardware.
Go for the gloss.
With all that opening, closing, cleaning, and other handling, kitchen cabinets endure a good deal more wear and tear than other surfaces—something to keep in mind when choosing a paint finish.
Using Sealants
Sealants are relatively easy to apply and have excellent waterproofing properties. Brush or spray polyurethane, varnish, and lacquer onto clean, sanded wood. After drying, you need to lightly re-sand and recoat.
Painting Bathroom Cabinets
Keep it classic by painting cabinets a shade or two darker than your wall color. Dark greys and dusty blues can give dated cabinets a facelift and help them blend into your décor.
Due to the high levels of humidity and condensation that both kitchens and bathrooms are subjected to, they become prone to paint cracking, peeling and mildew. In order to avoid these problems, painting with a satin or semi-gloss paint is recommended.
Choose a Satin or Semi-Gloss Paint
Paints with a glossy sheen—like satin or semi-gloss—are best for humid rooms. Instead of absorbing moisture like a matte or eggshell paint would, they deflect it. Glossy paints can resist moisture because they have a harder finish.
Choose the right finish. Satin is more durable and shinier than eggshell and is ideal for a bathroom.
While oil-based paints make a case for themselves with their reputation for easy application and a long-lasting finish that can be scrubbed and cleaned regularly, latex paint is the best choice for most kitchen cabinets since it offers lower levels of VOCs and is quicker to dry.
Eggshell paint is very versatile and good at hiding blemishes, which makes it a good general paint to use in most rooms of the house; however, if you're considering using it in your bathroom then it tends to work better in bathrooms that aren't exposed to a lot of moisture and aren't used a lot – such as a hall ...