Paint brush use a 3 angled trim brushwood filler fill in any nail holes or dents beforehand for an even finish primer and paint use a cabinet paint see why i recommend benjamin moore cabinet paint here.
What type of paint do you use for bathroom cabinets.
Painting your vanity is an easy and practical way to transform your bathroom.
Repair these first with wood glue before sanding the veneered surface.
Before you start painting it s key to select a primer that s recommended for the type of bathroom cabinet surface you have wood metal or laminate and have it tinted to the color of the top coat.
Bathroom cabinet paint options.
If your cabinets have a wood veneer essentially a very thin layer of real hardwood over a pressed material you will also need to sand before painting your kitchen cabinets but before you break out the sandpaper or paint carefully inspect the veneer for loose edges chips or cracks.
Typically you will not need to use a paint additive as it may cause paint to sag and not settle correctly.
When choosing cabinet paint make sure it is recommended for use on cabinets.
Smart prime by zinnsser was my favorite but it has been discontinued bullseye 1 2 3 is the current replacement i recommend along with sherwin.
Remove the cabinet doors drawers false drawer fronts and any attached hardware.
The paint won t adhere correctly to the vanity if you try to paint it as is and you ll end up with a subpar look.
Then remove all hardware from cabinet doors.
However before you can begin painting you need to first prepare the vanity.
Oil based paint dries to a durable finish that works well in high traffic areas and is less likely to show brushstrokes than water based paint however oil based paint takes longer to dry and the paint equipment must be cleaned up with chemical solvents.
These instructions walk through the process of how to paint your bathroom vanity.
Materials for painting cabinets.
This simple guide covers all steps supplies you will need for this project.
If the cabinet has working drawers remove them from the cabinet.
Use painter s tape to cover any bathroom cabinet surfaces you don t want to paint such as the underside of the vanity top and any exposed wall areas adjacent to the cabinet.
Remodeling a bathroom can be as simple as adding a fresh coat of paint to cabinets or walls.
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There are two types of paint that you can use for this job.