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Yes, it’s possible to paint over stained wood. Keep in mind that you’ll need to remove as much of the remaining stain as possible before applying a new coat of paint. Choosing the best paint for kitchen cabinets comes down to your priorities and preferences, but you can use oil-based, water-based latex, or hybrid enamel paint.

Whether or not you should paint your interior doors is really up to you. If you want a more natural, rustic appearance, consider staining your doors instead of painting. Note that this is often only possible for solid-core doors. If you’re finishing a hollow-core door, these often come pre-primed and are meant to receive a coat of paint before going up in your home.

If you’re painting shiplap, the best way to get full coverage is actually to use both a paintbrush and a roller. You can start by using a brush to cut in the edges and fill in the gaps and finer grooves of the wood. Then, you can go back over the entire space with a roller to ensure an even, smooth finish. 

The type of paint and finish you choose impacts the overall cost of your painting project. Some of the most common types of paint include:

• Primer: $10–$20 per gallon

• Flat or matte finish: $10–$70 per gallon

• Eggshell or satin finish: $12–$72 per gallon

• Semi-gloss finish: $14–$74 per gallon

• High-gloss finish: $16–$76 per gallon