How To Paint Cabinets
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- Опубліковано 30 чер 2024
- Cabinets looking tired? Watch to learn how to paint kitchen cabinets like a pro. Step-by-step project details + tools & materials here: low.es/3UGI8v8
Steps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:16 - Before You Start
01:03 - Preparing To Paint
01:38 - Clean Cabinets
01:51 - Fill Holes and Gauges
02:28 - Protect Surfaces
02:38 - Sand Cabinets
03:18 - Prime Cabinets
04:21 - Paint Inside of Cabinets
04:46 - Paint Drawers and Door Fronts
06:21 - Paint Cabinets
07:23 - Add Polyurethane
07:34 - Reassemble Cabinets
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Read this before attempting!!! LONG POST HERE with lots of details.. So I watched this video for at least 6 months before doing this project for myself. The video makes it look so easy. Its NOT! Its a lot of work. But I have to admit, I am VERY VERY happy with the end results. SO WORTH IT!!!! My old cabinets were old and ugly. The new white painted cabinets look amazing. Esp with updated hardware.
Here are a few pointers (that they never talk about in the video).
(1) This project took me 5 days to complete. I was so overwhelmed that I hired an assistant to help me out. So don't underestimate how long it will take. Supplies mentioned on the video are correct.
(2) Prior to priming, I didn't sand my cabinets. A few told me I could just use TSP / Liquid Sandpaper / Degreaser to clean the cabinets. This was a mistake. I SHOULD have sanded to ensure a better finish. TSP didnt do anything!
(3) The video said put a thin coat of primer and dont worry about finish. WRONG. This was my biggest mistake, because having uneven primer coverage will show up as ugly layers when you put the paint down.
(4) I used a Semi-gloss paint. It was one of the most expensive interior paints at Lowes (but only $10 extra per can). I like the shine, but maybe I should have used Satin like she said in video to prevent stains.
(5) Just an FYI - after my first coat of paint and primer, I could still see the old color and was uneven, which freaked me out - worried that the paint wasn't sticking. But after putting the 2nd coat and waiting a good 24 hours to dry, the white paint came through perfectly. So dont worry!
(6) Bought new hardware (handles, knobs) from Amazon/Wayfair. Super cheap and look great.
(7) If you have old cabinets with those molding designs (the lines in the middle), that will be the hardest part, because it takes a lot time to fill and could be uneven coverage or paint drying marks.
(8) Reinstalling the cabinet doors was a lot more work, because some of the holes were damaged. I had to use a wood filler and re-drill the holes. Unfortunately some of the reinstalled doors came out slightly uneven to the trained eye. Oh well!
But yes - overall, I am VERY happy with the results. Definitely does feel like a new kitchen. But when you look close, you can still see the paint marks, unevenness, paint bubbles, etc. But dont fool yourself and think you are going to a JUST LIKE NEW kitchen cabinetry, unless you are an expert at this.
And thanks Lowes for the video. Shows that video content marketing does work and I spent $200 at your store to get my supplies!! But this model (and the music) make it look too damm easy!!
Pan Pac: Thank you for your great post! I always want to go too fast during projects and usually don't let things dry for recommended time...I will definitely use all of your suggestions!
Thank you.
@Sue W You are right Sue, could have saved myself a lot of trouble. I haven't painted anything - because I am self-made multi-millionaire and unfortunately don't have time to paint, so I usually hire someone else. And you are right, I don't follow directions. I guess that is why I graduated from an Ivy League school... and you didnt. Just saying!
Pan Pac Thanks for the tips. I’m not a self-made millionaire, just a lowly engineer, and I would never use a brush and roller like she did. Paint sprayer would be my choice to avoid all the things you said happened to you.
I want a new kitchen so bad! Uhg so much work and stress!
y'all are hating on the previous cabinets not being 'outdated' enough. yet, this was a great instructional video for those of us that really do have outdated cabinets. mine are still the originals from the 70s and uuuugggllllyyyy, so this tutorial will help me. y'all are focusing on the wrong thing in this video. smh.
amahler03 same here. Just bought my house and it is ALL origninal from 67 when it was built. Had to gut all the ugly orange shag carpet and put in hardwood. Next the bathroom which is all bright green and yellow. Then will be the expensive part .. the kitchen. This was a good detailed video.
Girl SAME!
I was simply calling this video out to warn novice painters this is not a two day or weekend job. That is VERY misleading which is typical of videos where selling product is concerned and could cause some people big problems. I wanted to put it out there because many people could get stuck in a time issue with all of their cabinets undone for weeks. I have painted many kitchens and it took me three weeks, 5 days a weeks, 6-7 hours per day and I went white over pickled white wood. I completed mine in sections. Not being able to do it all in dry garage and spread out on tables also slowed the project because sanding creates lots of dust and I had to do mine indoors over winter. The instructions here are very well done but not entirely truthful. Again, this size kitchen takes much more than two days for the novice if you want a superior job.
amahler03 Totally agree. The cabinets are in excellent condition but that style is like our 70's cabinets. I slightly updated 15 years ago but that was using brass hinges and handles. Now it looks evermore dated in 2018.
It's a "Traditional" style and still sold today. I'm not in love with the traditional style so see it as old fashioned but a lot of people prefer it. It's just a matter of taste.
Great tips in this video! We are 75% of the way done doing this project now and I CANNOT express how important a couple things are. PRIMER. Use a high quality primer....we started with one (a good quality brand) and moved on to Killz because we had so much bleed thru. SANDING. Sand the heck out of everything except the laminate-covered areas. (Like she said, sand those areas lightly) Sand before AND after the primer layers. Trust me. You'll thank me later. Good luck!
How many days it took for the whole process, planning this weekend. Any inputs are appreciated.
I use a 320 send ding block in between each coat to ensure each coat was smooth. It makes a massive difference.
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@@dasarathram one 12 hour day
Items:
- zip lock bags
- Blue Painters tape
- wood filler
- puddy knife
- Mini foam roller
- Sand paper (med to fine grit)
- Bonding Primer
- Acrylic Latex Base Paint - Bright White paint (Satin Finish)
- Shelf Liner
and a hardworking wife I think
Also tpe cleaner
And a polyurethane water based sealer
Thanks for the list. Very helpful
I was all gun-ho to update my kitchen cabinets. After watching the video, I seriously love the way they look right now.
Simply amazing step by step. Thank you Lowes- this is why we only have a card & shop here, simply the best at what they do.
I'm about to start a whole kitchen renovation project, so this is a very useful piece of information, thanks so much for sharing.
Perfect timing! Going to paint my kitchen in the next few weeks, and you really laid out all the steps in detail. Super helpful :D
This video is great! It's detailled, the production and montage is perfect. Just the right amount of everything. Thumbs up!
I’m so ready to do this to the kitchen and bathrooms in my house during quarantine
mmb I’m starting the kitchen cabinets today, looking forward to it good luck 😁
Go for it!
mmb I’m done with my kitchen, looks amazing thx
Me too.
Victor Neckar that’s awesome! Idk when I can start mine because I still need supplies, but I can’t wait to do it. I already painted my bathroom walls.
Love the white /grey kitchen. I don't think I will ever do this myself, but admire how patient and handy she was.
You can avoid the dust mess from sanding by using TSP to degrease and then Krud Kutter de-gloss. Prime with Zinsser Bullseye 1-2-3. Trust me it works. Also, why does everyone brush their cabinet face frames? A roller works fine, no brush marks and much faster. Just use the brush in the corners and joints where the roller won't go. No matter how you do it though it is a lot of work but I found it worth the effort.
TSP is a deglosser. So is Krud Kutter. It is redundant to use both.TSP in my opinion is better
Glad she mentioned that this will take a 'couple' of days, though that may be an understatement. But always a worthwhile project.
Wow, I love the way you explained everything in so much detail and simple at the same time.
Thank You!
With each Cabinet I finish, a new experience I have. Years after years of experience with Cabinet Refinish, the conclusion is always perfect. Congratulations, a wonderful job.
Boston, MA.
I just finished my cabinets and it took me a couple of weeks. I de greased, sanded, primed with Zinser 123. I put on two coats of highest quality finish, and two coats of water based polyurethane per advice from a professional painter. The poly does not allow any dirt to stick to the surface. It looks amazing.
how much did it cost?
@@adfugal 1 Box of TSP de-greaser about $5.00. I gallon finish paint $32.00. 1 Quart of water based poly $12.00. Primer about $20.00 but I used less than half a gallon can. Sandpaper about $5.00.
Did u sand inbetween coats of poly
@@1tach11 Very lightly just using 320 grit then cleaned it off thoroughly before the second coat.
@Robert Price, can you tell me the exact paint you used?
I did this to my bathroom cabinets and it was a lot of work! So I dreaded updating my much bigger kitchen cabinets, but a painting company quoted $6k to paint them white... it's hard to pay that when I can spend a week or two doing them myself... it's just a huge project. I need a painting buddy, whew!
I’ll be you painting boyfriend.. 🎨
Yeah it was going to cost me 5k. Took me a month to finish.
I was just wondering how you actually do that. Good timing!
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Just what I needed. Thanks. Picked up all the stuff yesterday at Lowes. My favorite home improvement store.
Amazing explanation and details in a short amount of time perfect
Great video. I think I'll be painting my bathroom cabinets soon. This video will be my guide to get through it
Just started the sanding, door removal and painting (first coat) on some kitchen cabinets yesterday and the painting was the most tedious for me.
I thank you Lowe's staff for the many helpful guides for beginners similar to me.
Great video! I'm starting my project this week.
Completed ? How did it work? Did you encounter any issues ? I m planning on starting mine soon
Awesome video because you explained every step and WOW what a difference you made!
Your kitchen looks like a major renovation happened! I agree your cabinets looked very dark and out dated before but now... they're so light, bright and beautiful!
Great job! Very inspiring!!
A few things.
1. Foam rollers are great
2. Valspar semi gloss enamel is awesome. Whatever you paint with must be an enamel
3. Tanin stains are a real issue, prime with oil or shellac for best tanin blockage.
4. Lowes sells small stints you can put your cupboards on so you can get all angles at the same time. Saves a lot of waiting time!
What's a "stint"?
This is the easiest more informative tutorial I’ve ever seen Thankyou
Beautiful.... great job! White cabinets give more light and cheerfulness to any kitchen.
Cabinets look awesome! Great job and very helpful.
Excellent tutorial with no extra unnecessary talking and time wasting. Great job.
This is a great tutorial video. We will be doing this project this weekend. Thanks
Hire a pro to prep, mask, prime and spray with lacquer and avoid that DIY look of an orange peel finish and brushstrokes and paint all over the hardware!
Kudos to you for taking on that project! Turned out Nice! Its a lot of work but so worth it. I just finished my built ins and kitchen cabinets and I recommend doing it in chunks. Like do the uppers one week and the lowers the next so you don't get overwhelmed. Clean,sand, prime and use a least 2 coats of cabinet enamel paint. I setup all my doors on a couple of 2x4x10's up on some sawhorses. I used blue painters over the tops of the lumber so that the paint wouldn't stick after you flipped sides to paint and it had better support than the tripods/shot glasses etc. I used Valspar semi gloss cabinet enamel and it turned out great and was easy to work with. Stay positive and take your time. And save some $ DIY
Hi what are blue painters? Thanks!
@@lieseschwarz8810 probably painters tape
Well...she talked me right out of THAT!!! I am starting to appreciate my tatty old cabinets! 😍
Nancy Bail I found a paint that doesn’t take so many steps. It’s called Schnubs and you don’t have to sand or prime. Natural wood cabinets are beautiful too though. 😊
@@chanelwiscombe8138 If you have any kind of glossy finish or polyurethane on the cabinets, if you don't sand, the paint won't bond correctly no matter what it says on the can. It won't take long for it to start chipping, especially near handles.
John Sanderson I totally get where you’re coming from, and I didn’t believe it at first. But I purchased a kit from Schnubs anyway to give it a shot, and it came with a degreaser/deglosser that preps the surface for the paint. After I put that on, the glossiness was gone. It was pretty cool. Schnubs website said their paint is specifically designed for cabinets and furniture, and I had no problems with it bonding. I haven’t had any chips or peels from Schnubs paint like I’ve had with other paints I tried.
@@HipposaurusRex Liquid deglosser is much easier.
A lot of work. Takes patience.
That looks amazing !!
Sabiha Chowdhury i
Great video!Thank you very much! I just finished my kitchen! In 2 weeks !
Nice loved it. I love the white cabinets and the overall look of the kitchen. I also like the simplicity of the directions easy and straightforward. I have a small condo size kitchen and will be attempting this project lol.
Impressed! I'm so glad I live in an age where the ladies like to get in there and be involved! That's half of the population bringing ideas, making smart choices, and bringing innovative designs and colors/textures to the table. Not that we men cannot, but again; you ladies DOUBLE the creative input! My former wife was an excellent craftswoman and loved to share the workload so we BOTH had a sense of pride!
This is likely the best DYI video I have ever watched.
I'm in the middle of this job. Started out with the classic, 23 year old oak cabinets with the colonial square frame on 3 sides and bump at the top. Solid frame and thinner panel in centre. I took them to a commercial spray place and the guy told me they don't work well being sprayed. You have to work the paint into the grain for best results. Prep work is key for professional looking results. I washed with TSP, lightly sanded, primed and did 2 coats of Benjamin Moore Advance Pearl - it's expensive but it's worth it as it is specifically formulated for this and "settles" into a smooth finish. I did my primer and first coat with a good brush, and the final coat with the foam roller for a smooth finish. Make sure you don't put too much paint on the edges of your cupboard fronts, as it will run and settle while drying and you will have to sand it down and repaint. I did my uppers and pantry doors first, in white, and am just starting my frames. Can't wait to get them back up. Then I will work on the island and lower cabinets in grey. The cabinets she is working on are beautiful, solid cabinets, but the style and colour are outdated. These will look fabulous in a new, light or white colour and updated pulls.
Advance is excellent self leveling cabinet paint, I have also found that its great for molding and chair rails as well...
I know this is old he just didn't want to do the work, ive refinished 25 yr old kitchens with layers of oil on them to the point the wood was soft on the sides and inverse edges
@@kenyaklarity007 is that stuff spendy? Also, I heard that they can add it to the paint right there in the paint store before mixing OR one can purchase it separately and brush it onto the surface. Ideas Kenya Klarity?
After 2 years how do you cabinets look? Did you coat with polyurethane?
How many coats of primer you did? I'm going to do this project
If you are painting oak cabinets you will also want to use a grain filling product to make the surface smooth. Spackle works, or you can use a better product like aquacoat. If you want a great paint surface this is a very important step!
ToolMetrix I thought that was the point of her sanding the surface.
Thanks, I was wondering about this.
As with all DIY projects like this, take plenty of time to do it..don't rush and pay attention to detail. Don't focus on the finish product, focus on what's in front of you.
This video gives me a lot of inspiration!! Thank you!
I hope it’s inspired you to call a professional painting contractor who will do it right, this is not the way to do it. Watch Papermoom Painting, how professional painters paint cabinets! You’re welcome 😉
Wow, what a transformation! Can't wait to do this.
exceptional video! Can we have more people like you to explain things?
This is giving me so much confidence to paint my cabinets myself! Everyone is quoting me $1100 to do the work, this video is making me excited about doing it myself and saving that money
How did it turn out?
Great video!! I started this process a few days ago and just spent the last 11 hours priming... tomorrow I'll start painting. This video came to me at the perfect time. Thanks!
Alisa Fabrizio
i hope you did not use that same primer,,
Δεν είναι αυτό το λάθος δεν θέλω να ακούσω τον Διονυσίου στρατό Στράτο Καλή σου μιλάω Σου λέω
How did it come out? I am so scared to do this but I’ve been wanting white cabinets forever!
Ooooooohiooooooooo
Just perfect 👍👍👍👍 great job ! Clean and organized....
Thank you. I am a brand new home owner and this video is helpful.
Lowe's - great job on creating how tos videos! That's really put you on front line for the favourite brand when it comes to buying tools and materials for renovations!
Great vision!
Thank you for videos - they are for sure helping me with my home project;)
This feels like a SNL skit.
Lmaooo
😂😂 lmaoooo
🤣🤣🤣🤣
She got these tips from someone else 😛
LOLOLOL
This looks so easy
I'm sure it's much more difficult than it looks
Thanks for sharing
Super informative yet to the point, awesome video. Keep up the good work
They are beautiful white...well done
Cabinets doors or her teeth?
Did my cabinets...roaches love the new look...
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You know what ahahahahahhhhhhahahaaaaaa lmaooooooooooooooooo
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I had no intentions on watching anything diy , cabinets , kitchens whatever ... But she is an excellent instructor . And beautiful work . Keep it up
Very informative. Thanks
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I would love for someone to post the DIY cabinets up close after three weeks
What a great video tutorial.
Wow!! She explains very clearly. Thank you❤️.
Omg what a transformation. Beautiful love it.thanks for sharing ❤
Very good video & good tips👍👍
Good video, never thought about using those little tripods.
i find this video Very Good, you are Very good at explaining each Step, Thank You So much, God bless your great work, i am going to Save myself money i So couldn't afford to spend having this revamp of my kitchen cabinets, and between myself and my daughter , Do this Project ourselves :) Thanks again.
This was very simply put, thank you!
I would never use latex paint.I used that on my kitchen and it started peeling around the knobs and handles.If you want a good paint , use an oil base paint. More expensive but it’s worth it.I painted some moulding about 30 years ago and it still looks good.
That's the problem with using paint. Oil base will be a better choice but even better is to spray them in lacquer. You will have a much more durable finish and a smoother glass like showroom finish that will last for years. You can degrease and sand with 220. Without sanding thru the clear finish you shoot an under coater then lacquer. They make water base lacquer as an option to the solvent base. Then spray clear top coats for more surface protection if you have kids. Hire a pro if you are not experienced with lacquer finishes.
@@shovelheadseven love lacquer. My cabinets are like glass and really smooth. Painted with sprayer. Smells extremely bad when applying but worth it.
Most companies told me they use acrylic
As soon as I realized I needed to use a paint-stripper, I realized my kitchen cabinets aren't so bad after all.
I don't see why you'd need to strip old paint. Anything else you paint you can paint right over the old paint.
you only need to remove paint if there's super bad chipping of the paint. If the paint is in good condition just paint over it.. you honestly don't even need to prime but you could if you want.
@@boots911 or if your cabinets are cherry color and you want them white...like mine. I had to stripped all the paint otherwise the red color was bleeding and cabinets looked pink.
@@fernRes7495 just do multiple coats on top of your primer. There's no reason to remove paint unless there's thick paint chipping.
Use BIN primer and you won’t have any bleed through
Great explanation. Thank you
I love this. So pretty.
For people asking what colors were used for the cabinets, MAIN CABINETS- Valspar 7005-15 Blanched Pine
ISLAND- Valspar CI 57 Cracked Pepper.
As for the WALLS- Wish I knew...I love the color.
I absolutely love this project considering the cabinet was outdated. Overall I couldnt tell the differences, it's beautiful and love the color pallets you've chosen to bring the whole kitchen together. Thanks for sharing.
Very great demonstration. Easy steps of how to do it…
Wow, beautiful results🤗
I repainted my cabinets using a milk paint, it took forever but looks great. We went with a light grey for the top cabinets and a dark sage green for the bottom.
EllieNoir Pics please
Nice combo! Light grey and sage green does go very well together. I just painted my room light grey and I love it!
EllieNoir i would love too see pictures of that,it sounds beautiful
This is exactly what I need to do this fall in my kitchen, the pickled oak is so worn
Hi. also have pickled oak. DId you do yours? How did it come out?
I am in the middle of redoing my kitchen, just picked up a few great pointers.
Absolutely Beautiful!!!
So many people in the comments are so against painting wood. I love to paint would. I prefer lighter cleaner looking cabinets over dark wood any day. Wood was meant to be stained, painted or to stay natural,raw. It's up to the owner.
those cabinets were beautiful before and after in my opinion.
Agree, they were really nice to begin with!
@@MegOfBroccoli they look better than mine
Loved your tutorial. Turned out nice
I'm planning buying an apartment and the one I'm interested in has hideous cabinets so now I'm here.
Honestly, I thought you just had to clean the cabinets and go over with the paint.
This is so much more work than I thought it would be LMAO
I labeled all my cabinets A......
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Stuart Rodriguez 😂😂
Lol
Thank you very much for this video
La encimera quedó genial y muy bien medido. La madera luce hermosa
great video, nice and simple, yet informative!
Peter Shin i
Here's a checklist and supply list for reference!
Supplies list for painting kitchen cabinets
PREP:
Empty cabinets
Remove doors, drawers, and hardware
Place hardware in plastic bags to keep them organized
Label all doors with blue painter’s tape - one label inside the cabinet and matching label on the door it belongs to.
Place all the doors and drawers in the work area.
Wipe down the cabinets with water and TSP cleaner (red yellow white box) using a sponge.
Inspect cabinets for holes, gouges, imperfections you’ll need to fill. Fill with wood filler and flexible putty knife.
Place canvas drop cloth on the countertops and mask around the cabinets with painter’s tape.
Sand the cabinets with medium to fine grit sandpaper or sanding sponge.
Follow the same process with the doors and drawers.
Clean up with a vacuum and tack cloth.
PRIME:
Apply primer with paint brush and cup.
Mini foam roller.
Let the paint completely cure.
Remove labels from the doors and drawers but keep them near the one you’re working on.
Place on painting tripods to elevate.
Prime detailed and angled/grooved areas with a brush, larger areas with the mini foam roller.
Wait until one side is dry before flipping to paint the other side.
Lightly sand between primer coat and finish coat.
For laminate cabinets: Valspar Stainblocking Bonding Primer Sealer
For previously painted cabinets: Citristrip Safer Paint & Varnish Stripping Gel
PAINT:
Acrylic latex based paint, satin finish.
Same process as the primer.
Let everything completely dry according to manufacturer directions.
Finish coat with water-based polyurethane for durability and easy cleaning.
Re-install the cabinets and hardware using a manual screwdriver.
Optional shelf liners.
Thank you!
Good student.
Thank you, this is very helpful.
Is this the white paint she used?
Awesome notes love!!!
One word of advice to people who want a really smooth finish without brush lines, use floetrol in your paint. Im doing this to my house rn as well.
That's my current concern. The brush lines can make the job look amateur.
How about air brush paint?
Looks absolutely gorgeous! 😍😍😍 just love the colors!
Thanks for the love! We are digging it too!
@@lowes Did you use polyurethane? In her video she says polyurethane but the can in video is polyacrylic. I'm planning to do this during stay-at-home days and before I start would like to know. What brand of paint?
Great instructions and excellent shed! Thank you!
Thanks for the tips , looks great ! can a sponge brush work as well ?
With the primer, imo a sponge brush is fine.
I love it
Kim Campbell Kim your soooo sweet
Very nice . Very helpful.
This was an awesome video. I needed this for my rental property
Was planning to paint our kitchen cabinets but never mind. That is a lot of work! LOL
It is a lot of work but totally worth it! We redid ours. You could always do the tops and take a break and then do the bottoms. I though about doing that.
Yet you don’t mind spending hundreds of hours on makeup. SMH.
@@inc55 How in the world do you know how much time she spends on makeup? And so what if she does?
Hannah Turpin um because she is a female. It’s logical to assume she spends a lot of cumulative hours on makeup. And that’s a lot of work.
@@inc55 well I could be sexist and assume all males waste countless hours on video games and watching sports. And while some men may do that there are lots that don't. So how about neither of us makes stupid assumptions and we don't make asses of our selves.
I thought my Husband was corny.. Looks like he met his match!! LOL!! Thank you for this great how to video!!
Ahhh!!! Thank you! This was the best video I’ve seen on the DIY project! What color was the grey cabinets?? It’s exactly what I was looking for!
Another comment said the color is Valspar Cracked Pepper.
Love it. Working on it now and also a island.
This is so much work for me! I cant.
Wow now I need to paint my cabinets
Great job. I will try to do my cabinets too
Thank you, very well explained.