Laminated surfaces can be tricky to paint but not with chalk paint by annie sloan.
Modern ideas painting laminate kitchen cabinets.
Short of committing to a more costly replacement of outdated kitchen storage repainting laminate cabinets is an affordable way to turn the eyesore into eye catching modern cabinetry.
We suggest cabinet rescue a product made specifically for painting laminate.
Use a paint brush along areas that are close to the wall and on the edges.
These are our top tips on how to paint laminate kitchen cabinets 1.
Once this is done paint larger surfaces with a roller brush.
Pick a paint that is designed to work with laminate surfaces.
Paint backs let dry to touch and flip to paint fronts.
If you re looking for a versatile durable and low cost alternative to wood cabinets in particular if you have a contemporary or modern look in mind for your kitchen laminate.
If your kitchen is in need of an aesthetic revival applying a few coats of color to dull or dated cabinets can make your space feel fresh and modern without the commitment of a full on renovation.
How to paint laminate cabinets without sanding.
Using a new paintbrush repeat priming process with paint specially formulated for laminate surfaces we like cabinet rescue.
A laminate surface is one covered in plastic printed to look like wood.
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Then clean your cabinets really well.
Once primer has dried sand again to smooth out brush strokes.
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Ask any designer and the challenge of refreshing a space with minimal fuss or financial burden is best achieved with a fresh coat of paint.
It dries quickly for a tough chip resistant finish and cleans easily with mild liquid.
It will also prevent laminate paint from adhering nicely to the cabinets.
Peeling or buckling will not be fixed by painting.
Next use a laminate primer on your cabinets.
Step 2 prime the cabinets.
Finally it s time to add your paint.
However styles that replicate more traditional cabinet designs are also available.
Using an adhesion promoting primer will provide the right surface for your chosen paint finish to stick to.
It comes in white but can be tinted colors such as almond light gray or beige.
In general laminate is best suited for contemporary or modern kitchen designs.
Thus this is not a step to be skipped.
Especially in the kitchen cabinets can harbor all sorts of greasy grime that will prevent even the best paint from sticking.