Would you return this paint?

Unless there's a satisfaction guarantee on the item, I wouldn't return it simply because it didn't meet up to the standards of the other brand I was expecting. However, I would return it if it wasn't mixed all the way.

For me personally, it would depend on how much the paint cost. Is it worth your time and effort to go back to Walmart? If it wasn't that expensive I wouldn't bother and might try to use it to paint a few accessories like picture frames if it is a close enough match to what you end up getting or for other craft projects. It is annoying that the guy didn't wait to check with you about changing the actual paint so if it is a matter of principle to you I think you should return it. How is that for 2 opposing answers? Hope you can get the project done without any other problems!

First, I would go to Sherwin Williams; Second as long as you are out, I'd try to return the paint to Walmart.

I would return it and say that you aren’t happy with the coverage. If you say the paint wasn’t mixed entirely, they can just put it back in the shaker and reshape it.

Then I’d go to Benjamin Moore. It’s probably the best paint out there. But they are probably going to tell you to Prime the cabinets first.

Second choice would be Behr from Lowe’s. Again, you really should Prime the cabinets, especially if you are expecting heavy use of the cabinets. The paint will adhere better.

I wouldn’t have gone to Walmart for paint, firstly - just because I wouldn’t expect the person staffing the counter to *know* their paint. I would have gone to Sherwin Williams or Lowe’s or something. BUT, if Walmart was my only option, I wanted the best they had, I would have done my homework, and specified the brand - not left it up to them.

That being said, if I wasn’t happy with the coverage - yes, I’d return it if you are able to.

Walmart does sell Killz, which makes great primers. I did not prime my kitchen cupboards (rookie mistake) and I’ll be redoing them this spring.

I wouldn't return it simply because I bought it knowing it wasn't what I wanted from the outset.  I wouldn't have bought it. 
If I buy something knowing it isn't the right thing or thing I have a preference for, then I feel the loss is on me.

If it isn't well mixed they can mix it again.

You asked for their best paint. The person at the counter mixed up your color in a lesser quality paint without getting your ok first. You decided to be a good sport and give it a try since it wasn't something that could simply be put back on the shelf. It didn't work for you.

YES, I'd return it.  

The time to ask for it mixed in a different paint base was when you were at the store. You went ahead and purchased what they mixed, so it's on you.

I wouldn't expect great paint from Walmart. I wouldn't expect any paint to cover in one coat, and especially not over raw wood. I also live in a small, rural town, and have to drive 45 minutes to get decent paint. It's worth it.

Probably 95-97% of my house is painted with Walmart brand paint, including my kitchen cabinets. I’ve never had a problem with it. I used less than a gallon painting all of my kitchen cabinets and I have a lot of cabinets.

Same here. I have even taken in paint chip samples and they matched them just fine. 

The mixing issue? Well, that is easily taken care of. They just need to re-shake it. The issue of switching out? That should have been taken care of before you left. If it was the wrong color, then I would take it back. Did they let you look at it before you accepted the can? Mine always open it and do a dab and dry it so I can see it dry and if I like it.

You say the can you wanted was just two steps over. Did you see it before or after they mixed it? I ask because if you were at WM and saw the correct paint, then I would have had it corrected before I left. Otherwise, no I wouldn't take it back. 

I'm kind of stuck on you asked for their best, but did not specify a brand. But you did specify semi-gloss. So maybe at Walmart the WM brand is their best in semi-gloss?

I would not have gone to Walmart either. Sometimes buying cheap costs more.