Alcove cabinet - What type of paint?

[rick85]

Hi all,

I was inspired by this photograph to build my own alcove cabinets in each alcove of the lounge in my new home.

I have built the cabinet using soft redwood and pine. I am really pleased with the result and now need to finish them.

I have no idea what paint is best to use to get a result as good as can be seen in the photo. I am looking for a high quality smooth durable finish in white.

Any ideas and good advice on technique would be much appreciated.

Thanks all.

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[Robbie uk]

Think Dulux satinwood is your best choice. For durability you cant beat it.

 

[rick85]

Think Dulux satinwood is your best choice. For durability you cant beat it.

Thanks. Is this a highly smooth finish? And will it require a primer beforehand?
Thanks again.

 

[JohnD]

I'd go for satinwood.

gloss, as it ages, tends to look imperfect on timber surfaces as they tend to have grain and to become uneven, especially if softwood.

 

[opps]

They look great.

The units will need priming, waterbased primer/undercoat will be quick to apply. After two coats sand it back with 180grit silicon carbide paper.

depending on the depth of grain on the ply you might want to apply more coats.

i prefer oil based eggshell for the finish coats (a min of 2).

Since the 2010 VOC compliance there is less difference between eggshell and satinwood than previously.