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1970s Built-In Linen Cabinet, Updated in a Weekend
by
Laramy Lacy Montgomery
(IC: homeowner)
$35
3 Days
Easy
No sanding, no fuss, under $40! Glidden Vanilla Shake at Walmart in the premixed gallons. Krylon Brushed Nickel spray paint.
Started with everything on the hinges, which was fine for awhile, but broke down and took the doors down and off the hinges, removing the handles as well. Actually, removing and re-hanging them was really not difficult. The hinges were good quality, and stayed open while I took out, and replaced the hardware.
The paint has built-in primer, but with no sanding, I opted for several coats. I only used about a quart. I did inside the frame also to match the inside, where the frame met the painted drywall and shelves.
I love the whole transformation, the price, and that it was cheap! I plan on painting my kitchen with a similar color, as well as spray painting the hardware. New hardware runs at LEAST a dollar to 3 dollars each. We have about 40 of these handles throughout the house so I will NOT waste the money when I can get an updated and classy look for much less!
Now I need to do the one in the hall!
The grooves took a lot of coats, it soaked up paint over n over. But not a huge deal.
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Published September 14th, 2014 10:29 PM
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