Painting Cabinets Diy

To paint cabinets yourself, you will need to gather supplies, remove doors and hardware, clean the cabinets, repair any damage, sand the doors, apply primer, and then paint.

For supplies, you will need:

• Primer
• Paint
• Paint tray
• Paint rollers
• Paint brushes
• Sandpaper
• Wood filler
• Screwdriver
• Tack cloth
• Drop cloth

Instructions:

1. Remove the cabinet doors and drawer fronts. Label each door and front so you know where it goes back on.
2. Clean the cabinets with a damp cloth and mild soap. Remove any grease or grime.
3. Use wood filler to repair any scuffs or nicks in the cabinets. Allow the wood filler to dry completely before sanding.
4. Sand the cabinet doors and drawer fronts with medium-grit sandpaper. This will help the paint to adhere better.
5. Wipe away the sanding dust with a tack cloth.
6. Apply a coat of primer to the cabinet doors and drawer fronts. Allow the primer to dry completely before sanding again.
7. Paint the cabinet doors and drawer fronts in your desired color. Apply two or three coats of paint, allowing each coat to dry completely before applying the next.
8. Reattach the cabinet doors and drawer fronts to the cabinets. Screw the hardware back on.

Tips:

• Use a high-quality paint and primer for best results.
• Apply thin coats of paint. It is better to apply two or three thin coats than one thick coat.
• Sand between coats of paint to create a smooth finish.
• Use a drop cloth to protect your floors and countertops from paint.

With a little care and attention to detail, you can paint your cabinets like a pro and save money on a professional paint job.