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Painting kitchen cabinets - do I paint inside or just doors front

7 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

Updating my kitchen- what should I do

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Newleaf Furniture
7 years ago
I personally would paint both sides of the door. Otherwise it will look odd when you open them. Zinnser 123 is an excellent primer.

Nick Butler
Newleaf Furniture
Daisy England
7 years ago
Inside and outside need doing.
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