Can I paint this cabinet?

9 years ago

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I would like to paint this kitchen another colour but concerned that the high gloss on the cabinets and kitchen woodwork will be too difficult nigh impossible to paint. Any advice most welcome.

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doorbox ltd

9 years ago

Hi this door looks like it's vinyl wrapped, basically Mdf with a plastic coating, if so paint will no adhere properly.

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hayleydaniels
9 years ago
Try looking your question up on youtube as there are hundreds of DIY channels showing how to do anything you can imagine. My husband had found it very helpful when he's not sure about something.
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As said before, you will need a bonding primer. Two I know of are zinsser bullseye 123 primer and Owatrol ESP (easy surface primer). Both of these (and there might be other brands as well) can be used without sanding the surface first but remember to sugar soap them first to remove residues. Haven't used the zinsser but heard a lot of good things about it. ESP is expensive but goes a long way, basically it creates a film which etches into the surface beneath it. Two or three top coats of chosen paint finish, job done. I've used ESP on veneer and it does bond really well but can't speak for it's longevity, paint chipping, knocks etc. might be as well to use a multi purpose primer after the bonding primer and then the top coats. Use a foam gloss roller for a nice even finish. This sounds a bit confusing so steps are: 1. Sugar soap surface 2. Wipe off sugar soap 3. Bonding primer, follow instructions 4. Multi use primer or top coat 5. 2-3 layers of top coat. Alternatively you could you use Annie Sloan chalk paint which also doesn't require sanding first and use a clear wax or lacquer to finish.
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User
9 years ago
In Australia we have a product called ESP one puts on first to laminates. If that's gloss paint, just rough it down well with a power sander and the paint will stick.
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9 years ago
ESP is highly toxic and must be applied in very well ventilated area.
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kissmekate1223
9 years ago
There is product called Chalk Paint (not to be confused with chalkboard paint). It adheres to any surface without any prep! There are a few companies that make it (i.e. Annie Sloan which is said to be the best) I've used it on my laminate cabinets and it worked wonderfully and looks beautiful! There are many tutorial videos on YouTube as well as on DIY sites or even Annie Sloan's site. The bonus is its also Eco friendly with very low VOC! Check it out because it is a very cool product with endless possibilities! Here's a link http://www.anniesloan.com/acatalog/copy_of_How_to_use_the_paint.html
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PPF.
9 years ago
With proper prep -- cleaning and lots of sanding/deglossing. Talk to your best finisher as they will be familiar with the products commonly used in Switzerland.
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N-Hance
9 years ago
Painting over certain finishes and materials can be tricky. With our innovative process this is not only possible, but will turn out beautiful! You can contact your local N-Hance business owner to get a free estimate. We are nationwide and have many colors to choose from. Go to www.nhance.com or call 855-642-6230.
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9 years ago
Many thanks your comments and advice. Some optimistic other not so good.... Will check out options.
User
9 years ago
I had boundless optimism but now I tie it up.
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9 years ago
Thanks chook! :-)
User
9 years ago
Can't confine the kangaroos though.
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9 years ago
What do you get when you cross a kangaroo with a sheep?
A. A woolly jumper.
robercrest
9 years ago
I had a similar gloss lacquer on my cabinets--well, maybe not THAT shiny, but nearly so--and would have kept it but it proved horrifically expensive to reproduce after 20 years of use. It must be sprayed on and to do that after installation is quite an ordeal, with a price tag exceeding the entire cost of most cabinets. I ended up having them brush-painted in a less glossy finish for one-seventeenth the cost of spraying. I'd try to enjoy the ease of cleaning while that high-end gloss finish lasts, or, if the room is large, choose a section a paint it a contrasting color.
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9 years ago
I was hoping to repaint the cabinet in a muted grey to tone down the contrast between white of the cabinets and the granite, but I have not come across this type of paint/wrap before so not sure if it is feasible. Chalk paint would not stay on and I am wondering if sanding or primer would be worth it. It looks as if the options are: live with it and work on other elements or replace the kitchen cabinetry.
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9 years ago
Hi ChookI see a problem in replacing only the doors that the surrounding cabinetry will clash. Not good look.Son loved Oz but back with us ;-)
User
9 years ago
Did an Internet search,landed back in Houzz on reface kitchen cabinets ideabook. Down in comments section, someone asked your question and answer was this link, ?jan Fowler says this advance primer and paint works

http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/for-your-home/the-best-paint-for-cabinetry-jobs
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9 years ago
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/how-to-reface-your-old-kitchen-cabinets-stsetivw-vs~21506444
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9 years ago
oz is Bonza! (Defunct slang for great.)
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9 years ago
Thanks chook very useful. In the end I will bring in a professional painter to see what they advise. Techniques and products vary locally and we really need to know what the core material is that we are working with.
User
9 years ago
And they always say " test in an inconspicuous place".
shivmurthy
9 years ago
If your objective is to bring change, you can also think of painting wall with contrast color. Or use wall paper. It should workout much cheaper and less effort. Let me know your comment on my feedback
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Aelita Leto Feng Shui Consulting & APL Design Inc.
9 years ago
Before repainting the cabinets reconsider adding color to walls of the kitchen if you can ! At the moment from Feng Shui perspective it is not balance too much Metal/ earth dominance !
Elizabeth Radovsky
9 years ago
The blog "Young House Love" has a tutorial on repainting kitchen cabinets. They talk about a product that removes the shine as a prep.
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My spray repaint estimate for lacquer was $17,000. Brush repaint by different contractor was $1,000. Really.

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