- 1). Remove objects that are inside the cabinets. This will provide more space to remove cabinet doors.
- 2). Remove cabinet doors from the hinges. Remove the hardware with a screwdriver.
- 3). Use trisodium phosphate (TSP) to clean cabinets. Pour TSP on a cloth and wipe down each door. Clean small crevices with a toothbrush. Allow the surface to dry.
- 4). Apply paint stripper to the face of the cabinets. Choose a safety stripper that does not contain caustic ingredients found in stripping. Read the instructions on the bottle for the proper application method. Leave the paint stripper on the surface for 15 to 20 minutes or as directed by the instructions on the label.
- 5). Use a paint scraper to lift paint off of the surface. Paint will start to bubble when it is ready to be removed. Use a medium grade of steel wool to remove residual paint.
- 6). Wipe the surface with a damp cloth to remove debris. Allow to dry.
- 7). Use wood putty to fill dents or holes on the face of your cabinets.
- 8). Sand the face of the cabinets with 150- or 180-grit sandpaper. Use a circular motion. This will add texture to the face of the cabinets for better paint adhesion.
- 9). Use a vacuum cleaner attachment to remove sanding particles. Alternately, a tack cloth can be used to remove debris. Make sure the surface is free of particles before applying primer and paint.
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Apply primer to the face of your cabinets. Use long strokes in an up-and-down motion. Allow to dry for one hour. - 11
Apply paint to the face of your cabinets. Use a paintbrush to apply a thin coat. Paint from top to bottom with long, even strokes. Allow to dry. Latex paint takes four to six hours to dry. Oil-based paint takes 24 hours. - 12
Apply a second coat of paint. Allow to dry thoroughly. - 13
Attach new hardware to the face of your cabinets. - 14
Reattach your cabinets doors.
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