How to Paint Over Cabinets and Wood

Begin by scrubbing your wood cabinet with TSP (Trisodium Phospate) to remove dirt and oils. Next, sand the piece lightly to remove any loose paint and even out areas of irregularity. Some children's dressers suffer from stickers or unidentifiable sticky globs, the sanding should take care of these.

Next, fill holes with wood filler, then sand and remove dust using a tack cloth.

Then, prime the surface. If you are using a darker tone, it is a good idea to tint the primer with the same color. Allow to dry according to manufacturers specifications.

Apply paint using either a paint roller or brush. A roller may leave a slight textured finish while a brush can leave brush strokes. Consider purchasing a "self - leveling type of paint product that will minimize either effects.

For added protection, add 1 or 2 coats of matte finish polyurethane. Be sure to allow the finish to dry completely between coats.

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When it comes to painting cabinets or any piece of wood furniture, it's important to understand that the paint will not cover up the flaws or gouges, it will draw attention to them.

So, proper preparation of your furniture piece is vital to creating a new, professional looking paint finish.

How To Paint Over Wood Cabinets And Furniture