Many people have concerns of which type of paint to use when decorating their home. "What kitchen paint to buy" stands out as the most commonly asked question and a room where people are particularly concerned, to ensure they have a good finish which will last with all the dirt and grime from cooking. In this article we will look at the various options available to homeowners in regards to the types of paint and also brands of paint available to purchase for the project.
Kitchen Paint
So why do we need different paint for a kitchen in the first place? The answer for this is durability, due to the high traffic, along with dirt and grime of which a kitchen paint needs to endure. A standard paint will scuff easier and won't be scrubbable, if cleaning is required, whereas a durable paint is manufactured with increased durability to stand up to the extra demands of which a bathroom places on it.
Type of paint
So which paint should we use for a kitchen? Firstly we start by saying what not to go for. Stay clear of the "kitchen and bathroom paints" in B&Q / Wickes / Valspar / Dulux kitchen and bathroom / etc. Although these paints are somewhat durable, we would always recommend you go to a Dulux / Johnstones or Crown Trade Centre for instance. The reason for this is they sell trade paints, which are much higher quality than the paints sold in DIY centres and only slightly more expensive. The "DIY bathroom paints" tend to have a high sheen level and leave a lot to be desired when it comes to the final finish.
Durable Matt Paint
Most of the major companies now manufacture a durable matt paint. This is perfect for all kitchen and bathrooms and offers the matt finish which the majority of homeowners prefer. The durable paint will hold up to wear and tear and it's also "wet scrubbable", which means any marks can be easily removed. The durable paint can be expensive. However you should only need between 2.5L to 5L for your bathroom so overall it shouldn't be too bad to stomach the extra cost.
Recommendations for Durable Paint
The paint we regularly use is Dulux Diamond Matt or Dulux Heritage. It's easily available in a wide range of colours and leaves a nice matt finish. The Johnstone's equivalent "Durable Matt" is also a very durable paint, however we notice a slightly higher sheen level, it is however cheaper than the Dulux paint. As for Crown, we haven't yet used their durable paint so it would be difficult to give a recommendation. Also remember to go to your local trade centre for the paint. You cannot purchase these paints from B&Q or Wickes as the paint they have for sale there is "consumer paint".
Conclusion
Now you're armed with the all the information you need for painting your kitchen. Get the paint on order and remember, happy decorating.
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