PAINT YOUR CABINETS, SAVE MONEY AND ACHIEVE A WHOLE NEW LOOK FOR YOUR KITCHEN

You may have spotted stories in the press of people painting their kitchen cabinets instead of going to the expense of buying a whole new set of units. And yes, this is a great way to save money on your kitchen renovation. However, there are some key features to look out for when choosing the paint, and it’s important you go for one that’s specifically formulated for this application. V33, the innovative surface solutions expert, has some hints and tips on what to buy to achieve the best results.

V33’s Marketing Manager, Richard Bradley says:

“One of the most important attributes of kitchen cabinet paint to look out for is an ability to renovate high traffic surfaces. It must be extremely durable and resistant to culinary and domestic stains. That means it should be unaffected by hot and cold fats, and things like vinegar, wine, ketchup, coffee and tea.

“In addition, your selected paint must allow regular and easy cleaning without the process altering its colour or finish. The paint needs to be resistant to care and maintenance products such as water, washing up liquid, various household cleaning products and even diluted bleach.

“I’d want to make sure that the paint I used on my kitchen cupboards and cabinets had a really high level of adhesion without the need for an undercoat. I’d be looking for something like V33 Renovation Cupboard & Cabinet paint with its high resistance to scratches, friction and impact. High on my wish-list would be a perfect finish that’s ultra-washable so that it’s easy to keep surfaces clean.”

V33 Renovation Cupboard & Cabinet paint is ideal for giving life back to kitchen cupboards. V33 Renovation Radiator & Household Appliances paint brings the perfect finish to radiators and appliances such as refrigerators and dishwashers. The latter is also offered in a handy spray for enhanced precision during application.

All of the products in the range – with the exception of the spray product – are water-based paints and easy to use, requiring simple application with only minimal preparation required. They are offered in a range of neutral shades, including three shades of grey, and are formulated for use by the experienced or novice DIY-er.

The V33 Renovation range for B&Q is also available via the retailer’s website at www.diy.com. V33 Renovation Cupboard & Cabinet paint is priced at £26 for a 750ml tub, which provides 10m2 of coverage. V33 Renovation Radiator & Household Appliances paint is priced at £23 for a 750ml tub, which also provides 10m2 of coverage.

Also available from V33 are paints for wall tiles and floor tiles meaning you can refresh all of your kitchen without breaking the bank buying replacement items.