How To Make Your Painted Cabinets Last Longer
How Long Do Painted Cabinets Last?
On average, painted cabinets last 10 years. Some painted cabinets last longer, only needing repainting every 15 years. Of course, several factors determine how long your painted cabinets will last, mainly the type of wood the surface is and the type of paint used.
Do Factory-Painted Cabinets Last Longer Than Hand-Painted Cabinets?
Most factory-painted cabinets will hold up to normal wear and tear, but they aren’t any better or worse when it comes to longevity. Depending on the type of wood, a factory’s spray-painting process can provide a more even coating. Factory paint can also last as long as ten years or so. And, with proper surface prep, you can repaint them.
Can You Make Your Painted Cabinets Last Longer?
Some painted cabinets last longer than others. It’s just that simple. Other than the main contributing factors we already mentioned, it’s all about giving your cabinets the best treatment before and during painting. That means making sure your cabinets are in prime condition before painting and using the correct type of paint.
It also means taking care of your cabinets after it’s all said and done. That means more than the first few weeks or months. It means as long as you want them to last. For example, being in the kitchen, your painted cabinets have to be able to take the heat (and humidity).
By keeping your kitchen well-ventilated when cooking, you can help to keep your cabinets drier, which enables the paint to last longer than paint constantly covered in condensation.
How To Make Your Painted Cabinets Last Longer
Now, we get to the good stuff. Let’s talk about how you can make your painted cabinets last longer.
1) Never Skip The Prep Work
If you want to make your cabinets last longer, always make sure they’re ready for it. That means removing the new paint, sanding them down, and cleaning them up before painting them. Not only will they last longer, but they’ll look much better too!
2) Don’t Repaint Dirty Cabinets
If you don’t have to do heavy prep work, like patching up scrapes or other blemishes or sanding, the bulk of prep work involves cleaning all the dust, grease, and other grime. If it’s not cleaned off, it will ruin the paint job and possibly the color.
3) Choose A High-Quality Cabinet Paint
Remember to use cabinet paint, not just regular interior paint. Latex paints made for the walls in other rooms won’t take and will peel or bubble within a year or so. Enamel paints are much more durable and suited for kitchen cabinets.
4) Keep Your Cabinets Clean And Dry
If you want your painted cabinets to last longer, the most important thing is to keep them clean and dry. You can keep them clean by wiping them down every week, but always remember to dry them. Also, don’t let your cabinets get too steamed up. Keep the kitchen well-ventilated and wipe them down if you see condensation. Lastly, put your dishes away bone-dry.
The Best Way To Make Your Painted Cabinets Last Longer? Hire A Professional!
The absolute best way to make sure your painted cabinets last as long as they can is by having them done by professionals. It saves you the time and stress of prep and painting. Contact Mint today for cabinets you know will last!
