I'm going to paint my vanity and wonder about priming. I'd guess I
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Louise
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need to prime it but should I prime with oil-based or water-based? The vanity is a Glacier Bay from Home Depot and it's still in the box. I got it at QUITE a bargain a while back and just now am getting ready to have it installed. I'm going to paint it a teal color, acrylic paint which I've already bought. The photo shows the model of the vanity.
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@Louise I would use the Gripper primer by Glidden. No prep work needed (no sanding, stripping of previous finish needed). It goes on easily and dries very quickly. It works for any surface. I just used it on both a set of plastic resin patio chairs and a small table. It's good for wet areas, such as the application you're doing. My table was done first and has been sitting outside in both heavy rain and sun and no problems with it.
Heidi Rutan
on May 16, 2014
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I've already bought my paint and have painted the mirror frame to match. Next time, I'll remember your suggestion.
Louise
on May 16, 2014
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Hi Louise - this may be a late point but if the vanity is made of laminate then you may need to use an oil-based primer. It's a pain in the arse (because it smells awful) but in my opinion and with my relatively successful experience, using a water-based primer on that kind of "wood," piece might cause any paint you use on it afterwards to lift (which is what happened to my daughter's bookcase. I was not a happy camper. Anyway, good luck with your vanity adventure! :)
Allison King-Jordan (Zentivity Designs)
on May 16, 2014
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I actually like the smell of oil paints. Turpentine, gasoline, rubber cement . . . :-)
Louise
on May 16, 2014
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Have you heard of Liquid Sander? Instead of having to sand down the surface of your project, you simply wipe this liquid on with a rag & wait 10 minutes to dry. Then just use a waterbased paint with primer in it, 2 coats & that's it! The Liquid Sander makes the surface sticky so any paint will adhere very well. Saves a lot of work in fewer steps & will work on just about any surface. I recently painted the tile surround on my fireplace & it worked just beautifully! Behr Paint with Primer works like a dream! All sold at Home Depot...good luck!
Jan Loehr
on May 16, 2014
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I've used liquid sander in the past. If that works in this situation, it would make it easier since painting with oil paint is all that difficult clean up.Could I use water based primer - 2 coats -- and then use my already-purchased latex paint?
Louise
on May 16, 2014
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When we first bought our house four years ago, I decided to paint the basic builder grade vanity (the super cheap laminate kind) in one of our bathrooms as a "temporary" fix. I used the same steps I use to paint my furniture. I wiped it down with liquid sandpaper/deglosser, primed it with Zinsser Bullseye 123 primer (latex), and used semi-gloss black (latex) paint. Despite being the most heavily used bathroom sink in our house, it has held up great--so great that I have not felt the need to replace it yet. I also painted the laminate vanity in another bathroom navy blue about 8 months ago. I used the same procedure and it is also holding up fine. I was going to add some before/after photos but the photo uploader/editor on the site is apparently not working tonight. :( In addition to the vanities, I have also painted several laminate furniture pieces and I have never had a problem getting latex primer and paints to stick laminate. In my opinion, there is no need to use an oil-based product and have to deal with the messy cleanup associated with it. A good quality latex primer should work perfectly fine. The vanity will look beautiful in teal!
Shari
on May 16, 2014
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I have this exact cupboard in our bathroom! From Home Depot, on a great sale! I can't wait to see your finished product!!!
Mellori
on May 17, 2014
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http://www.worldpaintsupply.com/insl-x-1qt-white-stix-waterborne-bonding-primer/ I used stix to paint formica 1970s kitchen cabinets. It worked great. Then you can use whatever paint you would like.
Bryan
on May 17, 2014
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Did you paint yours? If so, plz post. I'd like to see it.
Louise
on May 17, 2014
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I don't think I've ever seen that. I'll check it out. Is it better than oil-based primer, or the liquid sanding plus water-based primer someone else mentioned?
Louise
on May 17, 2014
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I left the nephew-in-law in charge of getting a vanity in my home. Needless to say...MISTAKE! He put in a very lain vanity in a house with a totally traditional style! It sticks out like a sore thumb! One day I want to add some trim and paint so I am clipping this post to have the Glidden Gripper Primer info handly!
Jeanette S
on May 18, 2014
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Heidi - funny thing - that is the product I used! Must have been me... :)
Allison King-Jordan (Zentivity Designs)
on May 18, 2014
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Louise - I find that so funny about your admitted like for fumey substances -- it's not the smell so much but the VOC's I guess - they make breathing kind of difficult! Please post a photo of whatever you decide to do with your vanity!
Allison King-Jordan (Zentivity Designs)
on May 18, 2014
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I am a huge fan of upgrading furniture with a simple coat of paint... Brushing is easy. Surface prep is always important. A good pair of rubber gloves, plenty of rags and lots of ventilation along with a small amount of denatured alcohol will remove surface crude and allow good adhesion. Dangerous stuff. Avoid skin contact it will remove all oils from your hands and skin and cause finger tips to crack... Regular alcohol works too without all the complications. I am a huge fan of Rustoleum spray paints as they dry to the touch in 20 min or so and fully cured in an hour. Feel free to check out my posts of my kitchen shots. Before, during and after... Good Luck
Tim D. (The Retro Den)
on Nov 20, 2014
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