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Best Paint Roller for Cabinets and Furniture for a Smooth Finish
I tested five of the most popular types of paint rollers for cabinets and furniture. Although they've all been called the "best rollers for a smooth finish", I'm here to actually compare them side by side to determine the best rollers for cabinets and furniture for the smoothest finish.
Helpful links:
- Alkyd Enamel Paint Comparison: refreshliving.us/best-paint-kitchen-cabinets/
- Types of Furniture Paint: refreshliving.us/best-paint-furniture/
Other videos:
- How to Prep a Paint Roller BEFORE Painting: ua-cam.com/video/wZsDGhbT4_s/v-deo.html
- How to Paint Furniture: ua-cam.com/video/XhgnTXKJttE/v-deo.html
- DIY Chalk Paint Test: ua-cam.com/video/XZAeQinRoNo/v-deo.html
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How to Condition your Paint Roller BEFORE Painting (for the smoothest finish)
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Make sure to do this BEFORE painting, especially when you're using a new paint roller! A few simple steps and you'll have a smooth finish without any roller lint or hairs in the paint. See a side by side comparison of the difference when using this trick. Helpful links: - Alkyd Enamel Paint Comparison: refreshliving.us/best-paint-kitchen-cabinets/ - Types of Furniture Paint: refreshliving.us/be...
Easy DIY Christmas Decor (reuse those old sweaters!)
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Upcycled DIY Christmas craft is easy and cheap to make! It reuses old sweaters (or buy them second hand) to make cozy Christmas decorations. SUBSCRIBE to my channel for home and yard DIYS: www.youtube.com/@RefreshLiving?sub_confirmation=1 Written tutorial here: refreshliving.us/diy-sweater-christmas-trees/ FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: refreshliving1 Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/refre...
Which Chalk Paint is the BEST? - I tested 13 different brands side by side
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I found the best chalk paint for furniture in this side by side test of 13 of the most popular brands of chalk paint. The results surprised me! I compared Annie Sloan, Behr chalk paint, Magnolia home chalk paint, Dixie Bell chalk mineral paint, Melange, Jolie, Waverly chalk paint, Rustoleum chalky paint and others! SUBSCRIBE to my channel for home and yard DIYS: www.youtube.com/@RefreshLiving?s...
Most Important Steps to Painting Furniture
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Step by step tutorial on the steps I take when painting a piece of furniture. I'll share an up close look at the table I used in this video after one year of DAILY use to show you how well it's holding up. Includes when to prime furniture, when to sand furniture, the best paint for furniture, and if you need to top coat for painted furniture. Do you paint furniture? Grab my free guide on the fo...
Surprising results! Side by side comparison of Behr Chalk Paint vs. Annie Sloan
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Full review of Behr Decorative Chalk Paint with a side by side comparison with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint. Full post: refreshliving.us/behr-chalk-paint-review/ MUSIC: Carefree by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
How to Whitewash Wood - 4 Techniques and Comparison Over Different Colors of Stained Wood
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Four different ways to whitewash wood with comparison on how each technique looks on different types of wood including oak, pine, cedar and popular. Plus, whitewash over stained wood comparison of colors and over finished wood. Full post: refreshliving.us/the-best-way-to-whitewash-wood/
BEST Tricks for Using Chalk Paint on Furniture - Watch this BEFORE using painting with chalk paint
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Chalk paint is easy to use on furniture, but there are a few tricks that are important to know before painting your piece of furniture. Here are my favorite tricks for using chalk paint with success including if you need to prime before chalk paint, how to topcoat chalk paint, and comparison of different brushes for chalk paint. Full blog post: refreshliving.us/how-to-chalk-paint-furniture/ MUS...
Outdoor Butterfly Cage for Raising Monarch Caterpillars - EASY DIY build using an old side table
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Outdoor Butterfly Cage for Raising Monarch Caterpillars - EASY DIY build using an old side table
The Best DIY Chalk Paint - Side by Side Comparison of 4 Most Popular Recipes
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The Best DIY Chalk Paint - Side by Side Comparison of 4 Most Popular Recipes
Five of my BEST tips for using milk paint on furniture
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Five of my BEST tips for using milk paint on furniture
Refinished Card Catalog with Natural Quartersawn Oak Wood
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Refinished Card Catalog with Natural Quartersawn Oak Wood
The best way to clean brass with 4 different methods tested - DIY brass cleaners compared
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The best way to clean brass with 4 different methods tested - DIY brass cleaners compared
Snowball Lighting with LED Curtain string lights - Save $$$ and make your own with this DIY tutorial
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Snowball Lighting with LED Curtain string lights - Save $$$ and make your own with this DIY tutorial
Snowflake Ornaments from Toilet Paper Rolls
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Snowflake Ornaments from Toilet Paper Rolls
Valspar Cabinet and Furniture Paint Review (from Lowe's) - Watch BEFORE painting kitchen cabinets!
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Valspar Cabinet and Furniture Paint Review (from Lowe's) - Watch BEFORE painting kitchen cabinets!
Repurpose Old Frames into DIY Halloween Spider Web Decorations
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Repurpose Old Frames into DIY Halloween Spider Web Decorations
How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets without a Sprayer
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How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets without a Sprayer
Update a Hollow Core Door - RV Camper Door Makeover to a Modern Wood Design
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Update a Hollow Core Door - RV Camper Door Makeover to a Modern Wood Design
How to Build an Outdoor Cat Patio -- Tutorial to build a DIY catio
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How to Build an Outdoor Cat Patio Tutorial to build a DIY catio
How to Make a Ryobi Battery Work in a Power Wheels Car
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How to Make a Ryobi Battery Work in a Power Wheels Car
UPDATE - How my spray painted fridge is holding up!
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UPDATE - How my spray painted fridge is holding up!
How to Make Raised Garden Beds with an Attached Fence from Cedar Deck Boards - L-Shape Garden
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How to Make Raised Garden Beds with an Attached Fence from Cedar Deck Boards - L-Shape Garden
Best Soil for Raised Garden Beds - DIY Mix
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Best Soil for Raised Garden Beds - DIY Mix
How to Paint a Camper or RV and How to Remove Decals
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How to Paint a Camper or RV and How to Remove Decals
DIY Painted Kitchen Cabinets ONE YEAR LATER (How well do painted cabinets hold up?)
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DIY Painted Kitchen Cabinets ONE YEAR LATER (How well do painted cabinets hold up?)
Easy Update to your Kitchen Soap Dispenser (so you don't need to refill it!)
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Easy Update to your Kitchen Soap Dispenser (so you don't need to refill it!)
How to Close an Adsense Account when Option is Grayed Out
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How to Close an Adsense Account when Option is Grayed Out
Rustoleum Milk Paint Review and Tips for Furniture Painting 01
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Rustoleum Milk Paint Review and Tips for Furniture Painting 01
How to Wash Oil-Based Paint from Your Hands - 2 Ingredients and Natural!
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How to Wash Oil-Based Paint from Your Hands - 2 Ingredients and Natural!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @user-co3vs4ii9o
    @user-co3vs4ii9o 4 години тому

    You saved me thank you🙌🏼

  • @rosmary3185
    @rosmary3185 18 годин тому

    This is nice. I'm trying to do it outdoors, but I'm having a hard time, and now I can see why. My first caterpillar disappeared after it was so big, and I guess a bird ate it. Now I have 9 and just realized one of them was eaten by ants, I'm so heartbroken. I have more work to do. Thank you for your video.

  • @hilaryknight6050
    @hilaryknight6050 День тому

    Which sprayer do you use with enamel paint? Don’t thin paint with sprayer?

  • @TylerWiisanen
    @TylerWiisanen День тому

    organic ketchup are you outta your mind..

  • @skyaprilhome
    @skyaprilhome 2 дні тому

    What kind of door did you use for your window for the cat to get access to the catio?

  • @audreydunn9788
    @audreydunn9788 2 дні тому

    Thank you for sharing this!!!

  • @janicegullett8779
    @janicegullett8779 2 дні тому

    I am doing a mirror in a plastic frame, does anyone have opinion as to the best product and should I prep before. Thanks

  • @constancerobinson1377
    @constancerobinson1377 2 дні тому

    Great job!

  • @maxquigley9524
    @maxquigley9524 3 дні тому

    Looks good, but I think it costed you $40 or more.

  • @cosmeticsandpurseswithevelyn
    @cosmeticsandpurseswithevelyn 5 днів тому

    This has to be one of the best quanity of comparison so I subscribed and gave it a ThumbsUp!

  • @rebeccameyers7139
    @rebeccameyers7139 6 днів тому

    Thanks for this!

  • @frozenwalkway
    @frozenwalkway 6 днів тому

    perfect gonna do this and add a door outside

  • @ericd9853
    @ericd9853 9 днів тому

    The audio is just horrible

  • @TankR
    @TankR 12 днів тому

    The salt is just an abrasive, add it to the ketchup to give it a little extra scrubbing power (if you're scrubbing with the ketchup. Like ketchup, soak, then salt and scrub to get the grime, then the cleaning step; either rinse and dry or rinse and basso, whichevs), use kosher salt for some large jagged granular scrubbing power as mortons is little smooth squares. Not a bad thing, just different. The acidity of the solution (whether you use ketchup, vinegar, whatevs) is just there to break down the organic matter (people oils 😁) portion of the grime or reverse any oxidative tarnish. So really, you have a whole plethora of substances one could use. JUST DO YOUR CHEMISTRY FIRST!!!! And you wont copper your brass like that white vinegar did.... (which was crazy! I didnt think itd be THAT strong! I wonder if there was some kind of galvanic/ionic reaction for some reason....I mean, beyond the zinc/acid reaction. still....weird....)

  • @michaelarnold414
    @michaelarnold414 13 днів тому

    Thank you so much for this !!!!!

  • @ecclairmayo4153
    @ecclairmayo4153 14 днів тому

    Great job!

  • @smoothinfldr6994
    @smoothinfldr6994 14 днів тому

    Hi, does the supply list include the wood needed to build the door?

  • @joycebinnie4129
    @joycebinnie4129 14 днів тому

    Very helpful tutorial. I am painting an open vanity, shelves, legs, etc. The best tip ever was to use Alkyd paint. Although I've painted many a wall, painting cabinets and furniture is different and I appreciate your guidance helping me to come to a successful finish!

  • @sarahhirshlee
    @sarahhirshlee 16 днів тому

    Okay I'm sorry you should title your video how to make a power wheels run on a Ryobi battery with the battery adapter

  • @KLeebow26
    @KLeebow26 16 днів тому

    Thank you for your video. Two years ago, First time I used chalk paint, I used Dixie Belle. For a first time user, I felt like I had success with this brand. This video was extremely informative for my future projects. I Thank you again

  • @christaspraggins1586
    @christaspraggins1586 16 днів тому

    Can you compare the one that was brushed to those that were rolled?

  • @greenbirdsings
    @greenbirdsings 19 днів тому

    What's the cost?

  • @helenlir2468
    @helenlir2468 20 днів тому

    Saved my life✨ thank you!!✨

  • @user-ji3yj6jt1s
    @user-ji3yj6jt1s 21 день тому

    Thank you very much mam You saved me from my mom's chappal 😊

  • @alexislove7481
    @alexislove7481 21 день тому

    reminds me of that evan and katelyn video

  • @adabeltran2845
    @adabeltran2845 26 днів тому

    Phenomenal.... Thanks I will try tomorrow

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving 25 днів тому

      They're still holding strong over 5 years later!!

  • @ruthdaines9040
    @ruthdaines9040 26 днів тому

    Thanks for the great video

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving 25 днів тому

      You're welcome! I hope it's helpful!

  • @baldsoobinhair
    @baldsoobinhair Місяць тому

    I have been using acrylic from a very long time so after taking a long break from oil painting made me forget that this doesn't come off from water and I used my hand to extract paint to easily mix pain 🤦

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      Haha - what a mess! I've definitely grabbed a full paint roller cover to take off the the roller forgetting it wasn't water-based. Took a few passes to get off with oil and dish soap, but it worked!

  • @blaqphoenix2842
    @blaqphoenix2842 Місяць тому

    Beautiful

  • @m1sh474
    @m1sh474 Місяць тому

    Have you made it bigger?

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      Still same size, but still only 2 cats so it's enough room for both of them to get a shelf

  • @taniavorster6503
    @taniavorster6503 Місяць тому

    why so small ?? looks good

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      My 2 cats are lazy - all they want to do is lay on a shelf, up high, outside!

  • @badassmomofteens4611
    @badassmomofteens4611 Місяць тому

    Hi! I love the colour! I wanna paint my fronts too but I am so afraid of stains...a matt paint gets stained? Can it be washed???

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      Alkyd enamel cures to a durable finish which can be washed. Most brands only make satin, semi and gloss, but Advance has a matte. My personal rec is a satin in a water-based alkyd paint - not much shine but still very easy to clean.

  • @kkabsher4601
    @kkabsher4601 Місяць тому

    Great video! Amy Howard is a good one, also.

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      Yes! I tested that brand in a side by side with 13 other all-in-one paints and it performed well. Still making the video for it, but I was pleased too!

  • @eileenvincent6895
    @eileenvincent6895 Місяць тому

    Love the catio and the window door!!

  • @DJE-motion
    @DJE-motion Місяць тому

    Built my catio this weekend. Still have a few more things to do. This was a great video! Very easy. And, this thing is STURDY! I read a comment that it was flimsy, but that guy must have not followed instructions.

  • @mermaidgal1001
    @mermaidgal1001 Місяць тому

    You are so talented!!!

  • @karrenbecker1059
    @karrenbecker1059 Місяць тому

    Great details! Thanks!

  • @bmwilson02
    @bmwilson02 Місяць тому

    dripping because using too much paint on brush also it is better to use paint brush for corners and trim basically were u can’t use a roller

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      Yes, but this paint performed very differently than any other paint I've used. Even the smallest bit dripped and sagged tremendously. I had to try brushing in places I normally wouldn't to catch all the drips.

  • @eddiemarano9998
    @eddiemarano9998 Місяць тому

    Thanks for this video! Just got back from the paint store with a pack of flocked rollers. I cleaned it with painter's tape, washing and spinning and I noticed all kinds of very small fibers that were very shiny which I guess is from the material that the flock is made of, all over my hands. I washed the roller (and my hands!) again and the fibers were still there. I will give it one more wash before returning. I also contacted the manufacturer to get their take.

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      Please let me know what they say - I'm interested and wondering if I'm missing some trick on how to use it, because I can't believe they actually sell these based on how poorly mine performed!

    • @eddiemarano9998
      @eddiemarano9998 Місяць тому

      @@RefreshLiving Hi! As of today, I have not heard back from the manufacturer. However, another washing or two and I can report that those fibers are gone. I would also like to note that the manufacturer of the ones I purchased is different from the one you showed, so results may vary.

  • @mmedeuxchevaux
    @mmedeuxchevaux Місяць тому

    I'm painting a 24" x 24" primed wood board with water-based chalkboard paint. The paint is really thick. Some people suggest painting the surface with a brush first before rolling with a dry roller to smooth the surface. But the paint dries way too quickly for that. So, can I put my roller into paint and roll it on to my surface even when it's acrylic paint? I'm going to use a foam roller.

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      You can definitely just put your roller straight in the paint. You're right, chalkboard paint is really thick. If you use a foam roller, you'll probably need to apply a few more layers because they'll be thin and you'll need to build up more layers. I've had best luck using a 1/4" nap (or even 3/8") with chalkboard paint, but not matter what, it's going to be hard to get a super smooth finish because of the type of paint it is. But you're right in that a roller will give a smoother finish than a brush with that paint because it doesn't level well.

  • @rebeccasocean906
    @rebeccasocean906 Місяць тому

    Thanks!! I have an old floor freezer to do so this is perfect. The tips are great and much useful thanks again!

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      I'm glad it was helpful. It's still holding up so well!!

  • @katarzynakowalewska2974
    @katarzynakowalewska2974 Місяць тому

    for the first method - what type of paint is that? Thanks! :)

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      It's Rustoleum Chalked paint. Full disclosure - I actually don't like this paint for regular painting of projects because it's thick and stinky. BUT, it works fine for whitewashing since it's so watered down (which is why I used it for this project bc I was trying to get rid of it 😆)

  • @gwendolynbrasselmon3607
    @gwendolynbrasselmon3607 Місяць тому

    How did you attach the lights to the glass shelves?

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving Місяць тому

      Hi! I used Command hook velcro strips. Two strips for each light has held them up fine!

  • @purple1cole
    @purple1cole Місяць тому

    Very cool

  • @RB-dh7pr
    @RB-dh7pr Місяць тому

    did you use semi gloss or satin?

  • @katesmiles4208
    @katesmiles4208 Місяць тому

    Fantastic. Thank you for posting.

  • @couldntthinkofausername8411
    @couldntthinkofausername8411 2 місяці тому

    Do you ever have any concerns with it blowing over in the wind. Asking because that’s my biggest concern with building mine

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving 2 місяці тому

      Good question. I was planning to attach each side with one screw per side, through my vinyl siding and into the plywood. But, I actually never did it, and it's hasn't gone anywhere in 3+ years. Because it's all mesh, I think the wind just goes right through it. Still, I'd recommend screwing into siding just to be on the safe side.

    • @couldntthinkofausername8411
      @couldntthinkofausername8411 Місяць тому

      @@RefreshLiving I have an apartment so I think I’ll probably just use a heavy base like you did and the mesh was something I didn’t think about! Did you consider netting/finer mesh im afraid of a wasp getting trapped in with the cats. Also thanks 😊

  • @njcanuck
    @njcanuck 2 місяці тому

    Don't pay attention to the naysayers wanting to let cats roam. They must live in Barbieland. We have cars, coyotes, dogs, cougars and the occasional bear. Cats can pick up diseases or get hurt. Feral cats have a lifespan of about 2 years if they survive winter. We also have a cat bylaw requiring cat must stay in your yard. Yeah right! Catio is an excellent alternative.

    • @RefreshLiving
      @RefreshLiving 2 місяці тому

      Thanks! And I agree, and I'm pretty sure my cats are happier in this than not going outside at all which would be my other option!

  • @kkabsher4601
    @kkabsher4601 2 місяці тому

    I’ve had the best luck with plaster of Paris and calcium carbonate. For best results with either one, you need to have a flat paint - not satin or eggshell or semi-gloss. FLAT paint. Bear in mind, it will take 30 days to fully cure and harden if you’re using any type of latex paint so you cannot guage a scratch test until then. It will scratch before fully cured. I always prime laminate regardless. Thanks for sharing!

  • @MrsAnaelimont
    @MrsAnaelimont 2 місяці тому

    You did t post the video on sanding inbetween coats of paint