Painting Your Kitchen Cabinets
Looking to update your kitchen? What if we told you that all you needed was a can of paint and some kitchen cabinets? Kitchen cabinets take up a lot of space in your kitchen, so if they look outdated or their color doesn’t match the rest of your design, it can have an impact on your overall kitchen. So how do you fix that? Paint your cabinets!
At La Pine ACE Hardware, we’re here to help you transform your kitchen with newly painted kitchen cabinets. Get the support you need for your DIY painting project — whether you’re painting your cabinets or another part of your kitchen — and find the right shade of paint at La Pine ACE Hardware!
Remove Hardware
Ready to start painting your kitchen cabinets? First, you’ll want to remove all of the hardware from your doors and drawers to prevent any paint from getting on them. And, since you’re taking all of the hardware off the paint, this is the perfect time to find some new hardware and just swap out your new hardware when you put your cabinets back together!
Remove Cabinet Doors & Label
While you could try to paint your kitchen cabinets and drawers while they’re still attached, we recommend removing them. This allows you to lay them flat, making it easier to paint them with a smooth, even coat and give them the space they need to dry. Additionally, if you have cabinets and drawers of different sizes, make sure you label them using some masking tape so you can easily put all of the cabinets and drawers back in the right place!
Sand
Then it’s time to prepare your surface for paint. If your cabinets are smooth or have a glossy coat on them, the paint won’t have anything to adhere to. Lightly sanding the surface creates an area for the paint to stick to, allowing your paint to spread smoothly and evenly. Just make sure you dust off any extra sawdust or dirt using a damp cloth before applying your paint!
Paint
Once you’ve prepped your cabinets for paint, it’s time to get started! Tools like an angled brush or a roller make it easier to create smooth brush lines or get into the edges and grooves of your cabinets. After the first coat, you can sand down any rough spots before adding a second coat.
Breathe new life into your kitchen with something as simple as freshly painted cabinets. When it comes to DIY painting projects and beyond, your team at La Pine ACE Hardware is here to help. Make sure you check back for more tips and trips or visit us in La Pine today!