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when it comes to any cupboard, shelf, etc. i am a total groupie for benjamin mooore "impervex latex metal and wood enamel." it feels like oil-based paint as it goes on.

i used it first 19 years ago on some shelves/cupboards we had built in the dining room. did 2 good coats with lots of time to dry between. that finish is still like the day we put it on. the stuff is just amazing. i have not yet discovered anything i like better.
kawh

Lowes makes a paint specifically for painting cabinets. I've used it and it looks just like laminate. Wears like iron too, no chipping. You might try looking there.

I'm using Ace Cabinet & Trim paint, an oil/latex hybrid, & loving it so far...but I can't offer long term experience, since I've only had my doors up a few weeks. I've also heard good things about Cabinet Coat.

Here is a link that might be useful: More experienced opinion on Ace Cabinet & Trim