Can I Paint Non Wood Kitchen Cabinets

Painting fake wood kitchen cabinets jennifer piecesofme november 1 2010.

Can i paint non wood kitchen cabinets.

Wood cabinets are ideal for painting but any surface that can be scuffed with sandpaper can be painted. I need to get more paint so i ll ask him the difference next time. Love love love this. While paint is responsible for delivering the color the primer s job is to best prepare the surface for painting.

Just because the cabinet is not real wood does not mean you can t paint it if you want to remodel. Check the paint label on the can for specific instructions. For the cabinet interior apply the paint with a smooth surface mini roller which leaves a slightly bumpy orange peel texture. Painting over a dark finish with a light color is tougher and could require three coats.

Kristy august 26 2011. Just spray it on and wipe it off with a damp rag taking care to get into all the crevices between surfaces. I love krud kutter for this job. So sad that they would even use these ugly things.

Then clean your cabinets really well. Laminate cabinets require a special bonding primer. Peeling or buckling will not be fixed by painting. Non wood cabinets are generally cheaper than real wood cabinets and will serve the function just as well.

First you ll need to make sure your laminate is in good condition. If your first choice paint applicator for the traditionally flat surface of laminate cabinets is a brush take a moment to reconsider. Break out a new brush for each coat. These popular paint tools tend to leave an unsightly trail of.

Solid wood laminate or metal. Get ready for prime time. How to redo a fake wood cabinet surface. Painting a surface is always possible if you use the right paint and paint primer.

Working from top to bottom apply the paint to the cabinet exterior across the grain then tip it off with the grain. Purchase the appropriate supplies for your type of cabinets. Especially in the kitchen cabinets can harbor all sorts of greasy grime that will prevent even the best paint from sticking. Priming helps solve a wide range of issues including a very porous surface like new drywall or masonry stains unwanted odors surfaces of uneven sheen porosity and texture and adhesion problems.