Vinyl wrapping kitchen units

[C240Sport97]

was going to get my kitchen unit panels spray painted but decorator suggested vinyl wrapping instead. Much quicker, more consistent finish and a lot less labour.

it struck me that this is like wrapping cars ..

has anyone vinyl wrapped their kitchen units?

any suggestions on vinyls to use?

Things to do and things to avoid?

 

[Riva811]

They will probably get messed up when you cook?
I think the decorator is lazy

 

[Larkone]

They will probably get messed up when you cook?
I think the decorator is lazy

So you know of paint that won't get messed up - do tell because I could with some

 

[Rpp999]

Have you priced up the cost of getting them sprayed, it’s probably cost effective to purchase new doors.

 

[Darrell]

They will probably get messed up when you cook?
I think the decorator is lazy

It’s becoming very popular and I’ve not heard of any getting “messed up”. I’m sure that if it was a common occurrence then firms wouldn’t be offering it.

 

[C240Sport97]

Have you priced up the cost of getting them sprayed, it’s probably cost effective to purchase new doors.

I know spraying isn't cheap but it works - had my kitchen, bedroom, bathroom etc doors spray painted; worked beautifully but at £240 each, not cheap.

New doors is an idea but existing doors a like new. Probably better for the environment to keep existing doors

 

[C240Sport97]

They will probably get messed up when you cook?
I think the decorator is lazy

decorator is paid for his labour, he has no incentive to be lazy

 

[Rpp999]

I know spraying isn't cheap but it works - had my kitchen, bedroom, bathroom etc doors spray painted; worked beautifully but at £240 each, not cheap.

New doors is an idea but existing doors a like new. Probably better for the environment to keep existing doors

Still stand by my first post, by the time you add on top and bottom pelmets, end panels and base boards to match it’s normally more expensive to paint.

 

[Benzowner]

Had a similar dilemma, what to do with the kitchen, decided in the end to have new door fitted, and a new sink top. We changed form wooden doors to high gloss white doors, kept the same work tops, had a new sink, hob and oven and a new oven housing, didn't want to bend any longer to get to the oven , and a new drawer unit where the oven was.

No point in disclosing the price, but it was in the order of 50% less than a new kitchen from a birdie kitchen company.

 

[ChrisEdu]

Many units are wrapped when manufactured.

 

[Deleted member 113659]

Many units are wrapped when manufactured.

Doors/drawer fronts, pelmets, kick boards etc yes. Units (carcasses) are MFC (melamine faced chipboard).

 

[Deleted member 113659]

For the OP. I use Browns 2000

Feel free to PM me if you need/want help.

 

[C240Sport97]

For the OP. I use Browns 2000

Feel free to PM me if you need/want help.

Looks like the only do doors, not vinyl for wrapping?

 

[Deleted member 113659]

Looks like the only do doors, not vinyl for wrapping?

Yeah sorry, I meant if you decided to go for replacement doors. They do vinyl and high gloss glacier range.

 

[ChrisEdu]

Trouble is, like with everything, the quality can vary immensely. For example, I have/had a Howden's account; some of their wraps are crap, whilst others not so bad.
I can't remember the original point, but a good job opens a world of possibilities not possible with paint.

 

[Riva811]

So you know of paint that won't get messed up - do tell because I could with some

Acrylic paint? easier to wash. Vinyl wraps will probably start coming off with high humidity from cooking

 

[Larkone]

Acrylic paint? easier to wash. Vinyl wraps will probably start coming off with high humidity from cooking

How is acrylic paint easier to wash than a vinyl wrap is to wash?? Considering vinyl wraps survive on vehicles in all weathers and condition not sure they are more susceptible in a kitchen

 

[Deleted member 126251]

So you know of paint that won't get messed up - do tell because I could with some

My neighbour has found a specialist paint product made specially for kitchen units. They are available...

We had kitchen units installed about 25 years ago & the doors were vinyl wrapped. It has been around for a while.

 

[moonloops]

My neighbour has found a specialist paint product made specially for kitchen units. They are available...

We had kitchen units installed about 25 years ago & the doors were vinyl wrapped. It has been around for a while.

Dulux (and other available brands) have Melamine and "difficult surface" undercoats ideal for kitchen cabinets. They recommend a sugar soap clean before applying.

 

[fabes]

Decent vinyl wrap, made for kitchens, applied properly will adhere well and resist moisture, humidity and water. It's okay with modest impact but as kitchens are highly traffic'd, they can suffer tearing, but even on worktops are 'okay' if chopping boards etc are used

As a major kitchen retailer, the majority of problems and complaints we receive are down to lack of prep and cleaning the surface. The existing cabinets are very greasy and glues hate grease so lift, slide and bubbles are not correctly squeezed. Proper cleaning will make it a success (or failure)

Contoured doors must be tricky though (never done it myself)