Hand Painted Kitchen (a case study)

I was recently contacted by a regular customer in Isleham about updating there current kitchen, the kitchen was a well made and fully functioning example. The customer wasn't keen on the colour/finish though, replacement would be very costly

As you can see it's a classic oak example, not too everybody's taste. The carcass is constructed from engineered timber (melamine), the doors real oak, after choosing the colour (little greene french grey dark) I recommended a suitable paint specifcation and costing. The quote was accepted and a date booked in.

The first stage of hand painting kitchens is as important as the last here is a breakdown.

I removed all door and drawer handles, applied protection to areas not being painted and local working areas. All surface to be painted were cleaned and degreased, surfaces sanded with electric sander and dust extractor,I then apply a coat of gloss off which is excellent for removing the sheen from engineered surfaces ie melamine.

I then applied a coat of cover stain (multi surface adhesion primer) tinted to a light grey, this was then lightly sanded to remove blemishes and imperfections followed by a good hoover up.

I then applied two coats of oil based eggshell for a tough and durable finish, I'm sure you'll agree the following photo's show how succesful this hand painted kitchen project in Isleham is.

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