Polyurethane Finish For Kitchen Cabinets. And kitchen cabinets also must survive grease and moisture in the air frequent skin contact around the knobs and pulls and occasional heat. You can even finish such doors off with a layer of melamine laminate wood veneer or a vinyl wrap depending on the look youre going for.
Other finishes mimic the polyurethane look but react differently to cleaning supplies. Polyurethane is a hard scratch resistant and highly durable paint finish that suits any kitchen style whether it be a contemporary or traditional design. It is not suited for cabinets coated with water-based flat eggshell or satin latex paint.
4 steps to a perfect polyurethane finish.
The painted finish is available in high gloss or satin and the edges are sealed with vinyl paint. Otherwise brush on an oil-based polyurethane thinned about 10 percent with mineral spirits. Perfect for handle-less kitchen cabinets. Prepare your workpiece A glass-smooth finish begins with a level even surface.