by contributing writer Lana (like banana)
We have been remodeling our home. A few years ago, we did a DIY glazed look to our kitchen cabinets without sandpaper. But, since then we have expanded our kitchen and made our own cabinets.
Our entire kitchen re-model from the beginning to the finished product has been a rewarding process. We have learned so much and it has been a delight to finally have the completed project.
This is the final step in our Kitchen Remodel!
How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets
Supplies:
- Kitchen Cabinets (Here is how to make your own Kitchen Cabinets.)
- Paint (We like Olympic One. It has Paint and Primer in one. Plus, it doesn’t have a bad smell like others. We also like using semi-gloss on cabinets – makes it easier to clean.)
- Paint Brush, Roller, and Sponge Brush
- Damp Rag
Instructions:
- Take off all your doors and lay them on a flat surface. Make sure they are clean of any dust or wood putty. Getting dirt in the paint is like getting crumbs in icing, it is not a pretty sight.
- Start with the backside of the door.
- Using your roller, roll it in the paint. Make sure you go with the grain and apply to the sanded door. Again, I say – Go with the grain!
If you don’t go with the grain, it leaves marks. Wipe any drip marks before they dry. - Using your sponge brush, paint the inside corners and inner trim.
Wipe any drip marks before they dry. - Allow your door to dry – overnight is best. Make sure all drip marks are wiped before they dry.
- Turn over the door and do the front side by repeating the steps above.
- Allow door to dry and then hang.
Enjoy your final product!
Other words of wisdom and lessons we have learned:
- Don’t paint in direct sunlight on a hot and windy day.
- Don’t let your brush become noisy. If it is noisy, then you need more paint.
- Let your paint dry and take breaks. When you come back from a break, it will help you gain perspective.
- Have fun. The finished project is worth all the sweat, tears and pizza nights.
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Liz WIlkerson says
Hi, I just used this same paint for my cabinets and am seeing some minor scraping off of the paint. We sanded,cleaned & primed prior, so I’m just wondering if you happened to experience the same thing?