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The video discusses Sherwin Williams' new Gallery Series cabinet paint, comparing it to more traditional Italian two-part polyurethanes, which are praised but noted for their complexity and heavier usage demands. The Gallery Series is highlighted as a quicker, more affordable alternative that meets KCMA certification and features rapid drying time, strong adhesion, and resistance to common issues like solvent pops and fish eyes. The presenter emphasizes the importance of selecting the right paint for cabinets, pointing out that darker colors generally exhibit lower durability due to higher colorant levels diluting the resin.
Various segments cover the performance of different finishes and their strengths and weaknesses, particularly focusing on abrasion and chemical resistance. The Gallery Series was shown to withstand short-term exposure to household cleaners like Crud Cutter and Scrub Free without noticeable damage, though extended use may lead to micro-scratching and dulled sheen. Recommendations include using extreme block or white shellac primers for tannin-rich woods and maintaining the cabinets with gentle cleaning practices to prolong their durability. Overall, the Gallery Series paint received moderate ratings for cleanability and resistance, suggesting it could be a viable option with certain precautions.
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In this part of the video, the speaker introduces the new Gallery Series cabinet paint from Sherwin Williams. They compare it to the high-quality Italian two-part polyurethanes they’ve been using for the past six years, mentioning some fatigue with mixing and using heavy-duty materials. The Gallery Series is highlighted as a more affordable and quicker alternative. It’s a waterborne acrylic top coat that dries extremely fast—dry to the touch and handle in 30 minutes, and ready to sand and recoat in 45 minutes. The speaker notes that this is a significant advancement for Sherwin Williams in keeping up with industry standards. Additionally, the paint meets the KCMA certification, indicating it meets certain hardness and resistance requirements.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses the durability and chemical resistance of different paint finishes on cabinets. They explain that certain paints, like the acrylic Pro classic, may not withstand cleaning agents like 409 without losing their sheen, failing the fingernail scratch test and leaving dull spots. Emerald paint, particularly in dark colors like navy blue, is highlighted as unsuitable for kitchen cabinets due to its poor performance and tendency to show wear within a year. Whites, on the other hand, perform better because they contain less colorant, which preserves the resin and leads to a harder, more scratch-resistant coating. Dark colors, with higher colorant levels, dilute the resin, making the coating softer and less durable. The segment emphasizes choosing the right type of paint for cabinets to ensure longevity and resistance to cleaning and scratching.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the drying process of paint and its implications, emphasizing that a slower curing time can lead to softer coatings and potential damage during installation. The speaker praises the Gallery Series for its fast drying time, ease of application, and lack of issues such as solvent pops or fish eyes. Recommendations from a representative include using either extreme block or white shellac primers, particularly for blocking tannins in materials like honey oak. The Gallery Series is noted for its strong adhesion properties and its capacity to serve as a self-sealing coat, although it is advised not to use it as a primer due to insufficient tannin blocking. The speaker concludes by mentioning the product’s scratch resistance and prepares to test a sample of the Gallery Series with a 20 Sheen finish.
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In this part of the video, the speaker compares different paint finishes, specifically focusing on 20 gloss and 40 gloss (semi-gloss). The speaker prefers the 20 gloss for its shinier finish. They discuss a piece that has been curing for three weeks, identifying it as either Snowbound or Alabaster with little tint. They demonstrate the durability of malayi or cira coatings by scratching with fingernails, showing their resilience. However, attempting the same with another sample results in visible marring, highlighting less resistance. The speaker remarks on the lower durability of acrylic paint compared to two-part polyurethane, linking this to differences in cost and quality. The segment concludes with the speaker preparing to test the chemical resistance of another paint sample.
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In this part of the video, the presenter tests the chemical resistance of a cabinet’s sheen by using household cleaners. First, they apply a toilet bowl cleaner, expecting it to potentially damage the coating but wanting to determine how well the cabinet withstands such substances. They spray Crud Cutter, leave it for five seconds, and then scrub it off with a soft cotton cloth. The initial assessment shows no damage or burnishing to the sheen. Next, they test Scrub Free cleaner, applying it similarly and again wiping it off with a soft cloth. The cabinet withstands this cleaner well too. Both tests show the cabinet’s sheen remains intact even after applying and scrubbing household cleaners.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the results of cleaning a cabinet surface. They note the emergence of micro-scratching and a dulled sheen after scrubbing. The speaker indicates that while certain chemicals might work in a pinch, products like Malaysy, Cira, or Rener offer better durability against scrubbing and cleaning compared to the Gallery Series, which they believe will degrade over time with regular cleaning. They suggest that for durability, it is better to use warm water, a soft cotton cloth, and mild cleaners sparingly. Ultimately, the speaker rates the cleanability and chemical resistance of the product around four or five out of ten.