Friday, August 15, 2014

Paint Particle Board On Cabinets

Particle board cabinets are generally less expensive than solid wood cabinets but they are more easily damaged and tend to show signs of wear much more quickly. If replacing your particle board cabinets is not an option, you can spruce them up with a few coats of paint. Take the time to properly prepare the cabinets before you begin to paint to ensure the best possible results.


Instructions


1. Clean the cabinets with a mixture of equal parts water and white vinegar to remove any grease or dirt from the surface of the particle board. Dry the cabinets with a clean towel.


2. Sand the particle board cabinets with 80 grit sandpaper. The cabinets may have a clear coating over the particle board that could prevent paint from properly adhering to the surface. Sand the cabinets just until the surface feels rough when you run your hand over it.


3. Apply an alcohol- or shellac-based primer to the cabinets with a paintbrush. Open a few windows while applying the primer because alcohol-based primers give off strong fumes. Let the primer dry completely before you begin painting.


4. Paint two to three coats of indoor latex paint onto the cabinets with a paint roller or a paintbrush. Let each coat dry completely before you apply the next coat.