it took me almost as long to type each step out, as it actually did to paint the cabinets,kidding, but I’m so thrilled with the results which I have mentioned over and over again. Transforming your kitchen cabinets is soworth
Finally, I’m able to share the step by step process I went through over the last few months to paint our kitchen cabinets. When I started this painting project in May, I had no idea that it would be the first week of July before I would have it finished. And while this was a lo...
When we moved into our 1990s home two years ago, we were underwhelmed with the basic oak cabinets in our bathrooms and kitchen. They are in good condition, but they simply aren't our style. So, I decided to change things up and paint our kids' bathroom cabinets a bold blue! Below is...
Paint props: These inexpensive plastic pyramids or tripods are optional but are very handy for painting cabinets. They allow you to flip over painted doors and drawer fronts as soon as the paint is dry to the touch, so you can start on the other side. They're sold in packs of ...
How to Paint Oak Furniture 1. Clean the Old Finish Wash the finish with a solution of 1/2 cup of trisodium phosphate detergent per gallon of water if the finish is still in good condition. If the finish is cracked or peeling, strip it with a methylene chloride stripper. Use a soy- or...
You’ll need wood putty if you are filling in any holes, or are going to paint over any wood with deep grain, such as oak. Sandpaper is needed to give the cabinets a light sanding before applying primer or paint. You won’t need to strip wood cabinets completely, but sanding them ...
Paint for cabinets, doors, and trim Paint for paneling TSP substituteStep-by-step properly paint oak Step 1 – Gather supplies It is important to make sure you have everything needed before you begin the project. Nothing is worse than having to run to the store in the middle of a proje...
If your budget says pine or oak but your heart says cherry or maple, you may prefer to paint rather than stain your cabinets to disguise the more prominent grains of the lower-cost woods. To create a custom look, replace ho-hum hardware with novelty cabinet door pulls such as pewter ...
Learn the tips and tricks to painting a bathroom cabinet that will last! This inexpensive yet professional looking project saved our builder grade oak vanity.
Don’t keep the wood limited to furniture and flooring. Expanding wood accents into areas like lighting fixtures, wall art, or mantel decor ties the design together. Instead of standard tiles or paint, use reclaimed wood for a backsplash or as a decorative border around the countertops. ...