How To Paint Cabinets

In this kitchen makeover we ll show you how to get the look of brand new kitchen cabinets for less.

How to paint cabinets. The technique is the same as for the primer use even strokes with the brush and finish the stroke back into the wet paint and feather out the edges. If these parts have raised or routed features be sure to flow the paint into crevices and corners but don t allow it to accumulate in these spots. Like with primer let your first coat of paint dry completely before moving on.

Next paint the cabinet doors and drawer fronts along with any separate wood pieces or moldings image 1. A successful paint job lies in diligent prep work and the first few steps are focused on prepping the room and cabinets for painting. Find more painting tips in our playlist.

Using a premium benjamin moore nylon polyester brush apply the first coat of advance paint. Start by emptying the cabinets clearing off the counters and removing any freestanding appliances. Painting your cabinets is an inexpensive alternative to replacing them and using a paint sprayer is the best way to get a pro finish.

Watch to learn how to paint kitchen cabinets like a pro. Always apply paint in thin light coats but be sure to cover all areas. Watch cody and ashlee.

Painting cabinet doors and similar large areas may go faster if you use a foam or microfiber paint roller instead of a brush. If these parts have raised or routed features be sure to flow the paint into crevices and corners but don t allow it to accumulate in these spots image 2. Start with the cabinet frames using a high quality brush for smaller areas and a foam roller for larger surfaces.

Always apply paint in thin light coats but be sure to cover all areas. Step by step project details tools materials here. Next paint the cabinet doors and drawer fronts along with any separate wood pieces or moldings.