HOW TO PAINT KITCHEN CABINETS / CUPBOARDS UK makeover on a budget

How to paint kitchen cabinets yourself for under £50! I painted my kitchen cupboards without removing the doors & without much sanding and priming. If you want a kitchen makeover on a budget by painting the units this is the video for you. I'm really pleased with the results so I would encourage anyone to consider doing this before ripping out their entire kitchen!
*Update 2020! The cabinets are still going strong, I've just painted the tiles too! Update here: • KITCHEN MAKEOVER ON A ...
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Further information:
I used kitchen cupboard paint, as an alternative to chalk paint / Annie Sloan. It's great to paint Laminate Cupboard doors, MDF doors, or Wooden cupboard doors. I used the colour 'Mineral stone' (grey / gray paint), I think white, antique white, dark brown or duck egg blue are all great kitchen door paint colours too.
I used half a tin of the primer & 1 and a half tins of the cupboard paint to do my kitchen which is made up of 11 units.
If you have any questions please post them below, and if you do a similar project, good luck and please let me know how you get on! Here are links to all of the products I used:
* WILKO FURNITURE PAINT - goo.gl/RcAm40
* WILK FURNITURE PRIMER PRIMER - goo.gl/54JRWR
* ROLLER & TRAY - goo.gl/AqWWcM
* AWKWARD REACH PAINT BRUSH BRUSH - goo.gl/DXAAwn
* SUGAR SOAP - goo.gl/C4iJCu
* ANGLED SANDING SPONGES - goo.gl/vPKqrp
If you do a similar project please tag me in your before and after pictures, I'd love to see them :) #MrCarrington
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[@squarepegfb]

That tin foil lining for the paint tray tip has changed my life! Thank you.

[@ancatusa3354]

I love your video and I am going to paint my kitchen cabinets as well. I love that I could do it without taking the doors off. Also I love how honest and relatable you are. Great job😊

[@emilyzena7070]

Very useful reference to the F & B colour chart, the angled-sanding pads tip, the good-quality roller tip, the truly amazing tin foil masking tape tip!! And loved the fact you didn't take the doors off! The best tutorial about painting kitchen cabinets I've seen, thank you.

[@lawrenceglaister21]

If you have no foil try cling film ( cheaper and more of ) but in case you will not use it for awhile keep plenty of paint on it , ie leave it wet

[@standraiveyjones3670]

Thank you for showing me I can paint my cabinets without removing them!! Great job👍🏽

[@k-nemo]

What a great video! Very well done. Straight to the point and not over-complicated. Easy to follow.

[@MrCarrington]

Thank you! Glad you found it helpful :)

[@mrsb2914]

I love this so much, I'm going to do my kitchen the same colour now I've seen how good it can look. You've really given me the confidence to give it a go thanks.

[@leilamo4331]

YAY, the relief I feel for not taking the cupboard doors off 😃 I’m currently painting the walls and ceiling!! Next is the cupboard paint 😊

[@MrCarrington]

Kitchen makeover part 2: I painted the tiles! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ7Hh2mXi5Kpjbc Come and say hi on Instagram 😀👍❤️ instagram.com/mistercarrington/

[@michaelstevick7759]

It's great to see your first video and then your most recent ones. It's cool to see how not only your home but you and your content has come along and become a great inspiration!

[@elizabethhamilton4678]

It's May 15, 2020 today. Oh my gosh! You look like you're about 17 years old in this video. Lol. I'm just so use to seeing you with your beard and bed head hair. I love finding videos of people that are 4 or 5 years old. Cabinets came out really nice. Have a great evening. I forgot, your probably asleep because your like 5 hours ahead of where I live. Like I tell Kate, y'all live in the future 🌴😎💙😎🌴

[@orangedreamful]

thank you so much for this, bought some cupboard paint ages ago but was gripped(ha) by fear of messing it up. Watching this has given me the confidence to go ahead, really like your video, easy to follow and understand

[@BeefyTV]

Even just the tin foil tip was genius!! Thanks for the great video 🙏🏼🙌🏼

[@georganna.2371]

Your absolutely right buy the best when you buy brushes and rollers, makes the painting easier and the results are so much better. Money well spent. Looks amazing Mr. C! Your kitchen looks modern and clean. Great video.

[@jacquirosser3620]

I was able to persuade my sister to update her kitchen by showing her your video. Thank you

[@Jamie7ee]

Great simple video! Wicked results your kitchen looks loads better, I’m trying this for my wife’s grandad tomorrow I said I’d have it done before Xmas for him so I’ve booked the day off! 👌🏻 wish me luck 🙏🏻

[@KWolfie_77]

Did you finish Grandads kitchen? 😁

[@KennethMccreary]

Well done matey on the Kitchen units, And a big thanks for the tin foil advice

[@Girlshine]

I followed your advice and used the same paint, from Wilko, to paint my kitchen cupboards and the result is fantastic. Thanks!

[@allieb3735]

This is my weekend project! Have tomorrow off so hope to get it all done by Sunday. Thanks for all the tips; it's a bit daunting, but clearly worth giving it a go :)

[@tracygregory9116]

Definitely a Hugh improvement, I want to have a go at mine. Thank you for video. I like the fact you didn’t take the doors off.

[@wendywilson858]

Just came back for ideas as my husband is going to paint our kitchen doors. x 2023.

[@misscastro6390]

this is the only video i have seen that you actually use a prime !!! so glad i watched this

[@surreyhub7108]

Looks great well done. I have just finished painting my kitchen cupboards and I am very pleased with the results

[@bellhowell2788]

2020, I'm a little late finding you. They look fantastic. Love from Florida 🌴

[@chloemartin1404]

I've just bought this exact paint and primer for my units, so excited to try your tips. And I love how down to earth you are! Literally no one cleans the top of their cabinets 🤣🤣

[@jonnygti]

Chloe Martin haha I know we haven’t, and we’ve lived here for 5 years now😂 Nice to know they still stock this paint, I was looking at the dates on all these comments and it says 1-2years ago, then I saw yours from yesterday 👍🏻 Let the kitchen revamps begin!😁

[@rebenaq4506]

Who is this fresh faced Mr C. Lol. Never seen you without your beard.!! Loved the after shot of the finished kitchen, looks awesome. Love the tin foil tip. Thanks. 👍❤

[@ROCKINGMAN]

Good idea not having to take off the doors. The light wood colour, before wasn't bad, but the finished paint work is a big improvement. It looks stylish and creates a timeless look. Very nice indeed.

[@teematt9087]

Liked 36 seconds in...just because of your warm intro...

[@julie_uk_]

Is this your first video, at 300k+? Wowza, good stuff 😊

[@R14587]

Omg I literally brought the same paint and colour today.. 😳 then come on here to see if I could do it without taking off the cupboard doors.. and your video was the first I saw 🙂

[@alexishurricane8759]

"More painty" the technical term 😂😂 looks really good afterwards!

[@MrCarrington]

Alexishurricane thank you :)

[@youmeplus3511]

Alexishurricane More grippy was also a techinical term i wasn't aware of 😂😂

[@angelakelly3679]

Looks great. Grey is so modern I love it too. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@paulinegeldart3823]

I know this is ages ago but I was looking through your videos...I am so pleased to find this as I was debating whether to paint units too and now im confident to go ahead...oh and the foil tips are brilliant never thought of that...thank you Mr C

[@SbColussi]

Looks great!! My kitchen is that same boring colour your kitchen was. Happy to know there is hope!!!

[@heatherl9417]

I'm going to attempt to paint my kitchen cupboards. Wish me luck Mr C. 🙏

[@dmr31]

Yay!!! Yes. You have inspired me! Because of minor health reasons, time reasons and some laziness on my part... I just want to paint without taking every single door off...

[@MrCarrington]

dmr31 I'm so pleased! Good luck with your project :)

[@terriingram1649]

I love that! Really quick,I was trying to avoid taking the doors down. I love your idea!

[@MrCarrington]

Terri Ingram thank you :) good luck with your project!

[@catherinecooper1466]

😃Your tips are still as good now as back then.

[@yesitismeben7477]

The tin foil in the paint tray just blew my mind. Fricking love that hack

[@lornagregory9109]

thank you so much for doing this video, was just pondering about which paint to use on my kitchen makeover, there are so many out there so its nice to see one been used and see the results, just to ask , how it it wearing , I had plan to remove all 16 doors and 9 drawer, after watching your video, I will leave them on, win win for me. THANK YOU

[@Gigi-fv9ky]

I really love this video. I hate my kitchen cabinets and can't afford to replace them, but the idea of taking the doors off, etc., is very intimidating. Seeing you do a nice job without removing them does make it more approachable. That said, how about coming for a visit? :D

[@oceanbrzzz]

gayla gavin It’s actually quite easy with just a screwdriver. (Drill with screwdriver bit makes it faster). Most important though, is to # each door so you know where it goes (or lay them out in order). You could start by doing a section at a time. Make sure doors are clean. Mr. Carrington doesn’t take the doors off. I think it will go faster if you do, but he shows it works! What a lovely change it will be and you would be proud of yourself. Just do it! 😄

[@joycewilliams5231]

I have painted my kitchen cupboards a few times they are now yellow and grey lol makes a change yours look lush

[@richardwaldron1684]

Tin foil in the painting tray - genius!! I hate having to wash those things but want to keep re-using them to reduce plastic waste. Will give this a try.

[@liwianncook8001]

Wish I’d seen this before I completely messed up my kitchen haha. Never mind, looks like I’ve got some sanding to do before starting again using your tips. Thank you

[@russellhogben6628]

‘Grippy and firmy .....’ love the technical terms. Seriously though I’m a big fan of Wilko paint. I’ve recently done my bedroom walls in Cosy Grey and the bedframe in Storm Cloud. I’m very pleased with the results.

[@MrCarrington]

Sounds great Russell 😀

[@russellhogben6628]

Mr Carrington I’d love to send you some pics.

[@dhathaway1595]

You have inspired me. Thank you. Project cupboard doors begins.🙂

[@abbyperez3980]

Hi from Texas! Your kitchen looks great!

[@Markjonathan]

Looks so good! really useful to see the whole process, not just someone paint one door in a studio and tell you how easy it is! Thanks

[@Bintahmedali]

Thank you I followed every step and I am loving my kitchen now

[@itstocamia6878]

Loved this, can't afford to get a whole new kitchen so defo going to try this to save money and give the kitchen a new look

[@debrastirling.4326]

I would of painted the kitchen blinds with the grey too. Looks lush. Great job.

[@suestorey1742]

This looks really good, must show my husband, I am sure he will be thrilled, another job!!

[@MrCarrington]

haha send my apologies to your husband (but the results will be worth it!) :)

[@jonnygti]

Looks fantastic, the finish you’ve got looks really good too. Want to give our kitchen a little make over, but like you said in the video, there’s so much information on KZbin and the internet, it kind of puts you off doing it. But after I’ve seen how easily you did it, and the results you got from very little effort, it’s made me want to give it a crack! Thanks for the video 👍🏻

[@chriscaine7689]

Thanks for recommending this paint. I bought the same colour too. I wanted to paint the cupboard framework but not the door fronts. It is very thick paint and went on brilliantly with a small sponge roller, I didn't need primer or a second coat as it was super coverage and glossy the next day so I have loads left. 🤔 I am leaving it to cure for a few days before putting doors back on too. I will say it is quite smelly as its oil based paint and needs very good ventilation. I did get a bit of a tight chest and a little short of breath, but maybe thats just me. Cleaning oilbased paint is not a thing I've done in years, so a bit tedious.... Great for anyone to revamp their kitchen on a budge Overall, excellent result for £20!!

[@miriamdeluca9108]

Looks fab I've did mine about 6 months ago but they are chipping so gonna give this paint a go now thanks very helpful also think your great in the new show with Stacey great cleaning tips

[@margaretmetcalfe9380]

The kitchen looks fab in the after photos.

[@xParesh]

That improvement looks stunning! We too have this 'inoffensive' cream colour cabinets. I always thought grey would look more modern. Your kitchen looks amazing and very up to date. Good job. We'll be trying this ourselves.

[@WinterMSP]

We have the exact same problem, the ugly cream colour that doesn’t match anything! We’re also looking for grey cupboards but would cost over £1500+ to change them so painting them seems the only reasonable option.

[@michelleyanlei9527]

It looks great, it doesn’t matter about the colour it’s how you did it. People are going to chooses their own colours anyway, but it looks really cool ❤️

[@blrr5blrr]

oh my god you look young on here !! I was on ytube looking up Wilko cupboard paint and you popped up ! You look about 16 on here haha

[@annemaxwell9975]

Thank you, most helpful and looks fab!

[@MrCarrington]

I've had a quite a few messages asking me what colour Grey the paint is! It's called Mineral Stone. :)

[@juliesmith3071]

Hi thank you so much fr all the tips as they really helped as im really thinking about painting the kitchen cupboards ... your kitchen looks fab 😍

[@tixyb]

I've been wanting to do this for ages but wasn't sure how to go about it. Going to do the grey as it will go with everything else I have. Thank you

[@missjthomas83]

I've just brought these paints and was reluctant to use them, this vid has convinced me to use them. Thanks.

[@MrCarrington]

That's great to hear! Good luck! :)

[@laurab6298]

I love your technical terms "painty"

[@toastage9179]

Thanks for this as thinking of moving but hate the kitchen. So yeah gonna give this ago? Cheers looks good xx

[@trishbowron8653]

Been looking for someone who used wilko paint. Looks great! We even have the same blue tiles. I'm thinking of either sandstone or ivory tusk as my kitchen is so dark. Thank you.

[@MrCarrington]

Trish Bowron This paint does reflect the light pretty well so those colours should work well for you! Good luck and please tag me in your pics if you do it!

[@CampbellTherapy]

Fab video, we're going to paint our kitchen cupboards and this has given me more confidence. Love the tin foil hacks too, good ideas! X

[@MrCarrington]

The Woods Way thank you that's great to hear! Good luck with your renovation! :)

[@sandaliabeysinghe4922]

Thank you so much for the vid. Didn’t want to remove the cabinet doors and this definitely helped! 🙏❤️

[@lochamb1234]

Really impressed with the difference a simple paint job can do. I live in a beautiful but very old cottage. The last tenants painted the gallery kitchen cupboards a pale meadow green (lol my colour description) and while I like it, I want to change the colour. I have been putting it off thinking it was going to be a pain to do, but thanks to your video I now shall be painting kitchen cupboards next weekend. My now concern is what colour???? If anyone reads this please suggest some colours. My kitchen walls are cherise pink... Yes I paint my walls bright pink. Fridge freezer, microwave, cooker, kettle and all accessories are black.... But NO white units, god would be a nightmare to keep clean. Enough waffle from me, thanks for a great video!!

[@brownsugars2001uk]

Looks lovely will try that colour.You have the same colour cupboards .Hate my oak look too😀

[@gemmaanderson6610]

Love the new colour on the kitchen looks nice

[@DavetheIV]

Good job sunshine, real helpful project record & tips along the way. I'm really happy that you proved finish durability as I'm just about to paint a melamine cabinet & will go look at this Wilco paint myself.

[@alandmcleod5988]

looks cool! and cheaper than replacement doors. Good job, mate!

[@kerryjarvis3693]

Wow... my cupboards are the same as yours and was unsure whether to try painting them...but it looks so good what you did.

[@traceypattison2544]

Really good tips. Very clear instructions. Thanks.

[@brownstar45]

wow. you did a great job! I'm glad I found this video as I have been looking for reviews on it.

[@MrCarrington]

brownstar45 thanks so much! Hope it helped :)

[@hollyfoord9463]

Love that you didn't take the doors down! Just bought a house with an old wooden kitchen, can't wait to upcycle it! Great video

[@stephaniecameron6245]

Yep, definite improvement, and thanks for advice on sugar soap, sanding, grease etc. I had no idea.

[@annedevine7812]

I did the same twice😱 was originally pine. Used Annie Sloan both times 🖌👩‍🎨

[@elizabethcaley5062]

Thankyou for your advice, I am now doing my kitchen

[@darrenhirst2208]

Thank you for your tips. You have done a really lovely job with your kitchen. ❤️👍

[@JulzJohnson]

Thanks for this video. Going to tackle my kitchen this week 🙏🏾🤘🏾

[@ReviveUK]

Fab, oh the irony, mine are grey and I want cream! lol horses for courses, love your channel

[@IainBrown-bj5wb]

Looks far better 👍

[@shannongallagher2382]

Your gorgeous! Im getting ready to paint my kitchen!!!

[@jumiegeorge]

Started today..Great video, inspired me to give it a go...really helpful, I'm loving the results so far..i used B&Q self priming paint which is really good..Thanks..Doing the tiles next ...

[@patriciaking2865]

I want to paint my kitchen cabinets but bit nervous about it you made it look so easy

[@ouroborosbond7412]

Clingfilm is superior for wrapping brushes and rollers to reuse, tinfoil wont be airtight I assure you, but using tinfoil to line a small roller tray is a good idea.

[@fatimairfan8272]

Very well done !!

[@virtuallyveganlifestyle3990]

Thank you. Great vid, great advice, excellent colour choice and tip about Wilko. I'm going to do this 🙏🏽💜🖖🏽

[@JohnLeaver]

great video, well explained and confirmed it's okay for me to paint my cupboards

[@MrCarrington]

John Leaver thanks John, good luck with your project!

[@drylunch6400]

Looks good mate!!

[@mahroofbegum1172]

You've done a gorgeous job. I am extremely impressed. Well done 👌 👌 👌 😊

[@sheyoncex]

Love this! I've just subscribed. Thank you for such a great and informative video!

[@bethanbebop9549]

Looks miles better good job

[@MrCarrington]

Bethany Potts thank you so much! 😀

[@suelacey8475]

Going to give mine a try, thanks for the video.

[@MARTINA1937]

Fabulous I been thinking about painting my kitchen it’s small like yours I have done the walls but dislike the cabinets I love what you’ve done x

[@andreahaar60]

Oh my goodness! I just found this as I’m binge watching your content today. Your tips for using tinfoil are brilliant. They’ll come in quite handy when I redo my cabinets.

[@cliffhorman6846]

Well done, painting today myself!

[@lindseytaylor1522]

Great video thank you. Your kitchen looks great, love the colour.