How Do You Paint Combination Stained Wood & Laminate Kitchen Cabinets?
Every kitchen needs an update from time to time. That wood laminate may have looked fresh five years ago, but tastes change. You don’t need to get new cabinets when you want a new look. Updating your wood and laminate cabinets can be as simple as applying a new coat of paint. Remove the doors from the cabinets using a screwdriver. Sand the cabinets and the doors with 220-grit sandpaper using a palm sander or sandpaper sponge. This will remove the varnish and sheen of the laminate. Wipe down the sanded cabinet elements with a tack cloth, removing all dust, dirt and other particles from its surface. Apply one coat of shellac to the cabinets in long, even strokes with a 2-inch foam brush or foam roller. The cabinets will be dry to the touch in a few hours, but the primer and sealer will not cure fully for five to seven days. For best results, wait at least five days before proceeding. Apply eggshell-finish paint (in your desired color) to the cabinets in long, even strokes with a 2-inch f
