How to paint raw MDF cabinet doors to achieve 2pac finish?

[MK2]

Hi! I'm hoping to use some raw Kaboodle cabinets to create a little custom built in mudroom. I was planning on painting them a specific colour, and hoping to get a really high end type finish, like a 2pac paint finish. There seems to be a huge range of 2pac paint available overseas, but the only one I can see readily available here is the Dulux Renovation Range. 

I've some-what become competent with a paint sprayer, after having painted our entire house including ceilings with one, then having painted semi-gloss oil based enamel on the doors with the spray gun, which was much more difficult then wall paint, but seemed to give a much nicer finish then the water based enamel. 

I've read that the Dulux Renovation Range can't be painted onto raw MDF - so I was wondering if I used my trusty old 3 in 1 Primer, Sealer, Undercoat would I then be able to spray the Dulux Renovation Range 2PAC paint onto the Kaboodle boards?

Or is there a better primer available?

Or even a better 2pac paint available?

Any advice would be fantastic!

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @MK2. It's marvelous to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about primer.

For bare MDF doors, Dulux recommends using the Precision Stain, Smoke and Odour blocker which can be sprayed on as your primer. We'll need to Special Order this product in for you. Once dry, you can apply your Renovation Range topcoat over it.

When using a system like the Renovation range, it's best to stick with the recommended primer instead of another brand's primer. That way, if there are any issues, you can troubleshoot with the one brand.

I'm unaware of any other 2-part paint suitable for cabinetry.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell
 

[MK2]

Hi Mitchell,

Thank you so much for your reply, that is exactly the information I was hoping for.

Really appreciate it!