Redoing metal cabinets from 1950s

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Any ideas what to do to with these cabinets and sink base besides repainting them?

Linda Hanson · Answer

try using one of those wonderful little vibrating saws! They are small enough to get between the sink and the wall and they cut flush and vibrate so they aren't as messy or unstable as regular saws? If you don't own one - try renting one or find a friend to borrow one but they are pretty inexpensive and handy as heck - Hubbie uses his constantly for repairs and work because it's so small and fits easily into places where his big hands and a saw won't go.

Rachel · Answer

thanks but i dont want to remove them just redo.maybe stain or trim

Susan Kutzbach · Answer

I am very interested in this too! I want to keep the old metal kitchen cabinet in a farm house. But very rusty! Did see a video on sanding and painting, but using a roller instead of spraying. I am not very good at painting things like this. I have an idea, but not sure it will work. Something using metal grids or screens to cover the sides and the doors to help cover flaws. But keep the vintage look. Not sure this will help, but I too have been struggling on this. Do not want to replace it.

Kathy · Answer

You could paint them and then stencil them or use washi tape!

Rose · Answer

What about some of the wonderful wallpapers out there. Like the ones that are wood grain, or look like beadboard. Put a couple coats of polly on them.

Geri Odette · Answer

Use rust reformer or similar product to stop rusting. I would find a wrapping paper that I liked and dip it in glue diluted with water and apply it to my cupboards then clear coat it. My grandma did this year's ago right after her birthday party. It was beautiful.

Sharon · Answer

I've painted some metal before. I prepped using paint remover to get a clean metal finish, steel wool off rust. Then I've used a small foam roller, brush each coat lightly, sand lightly between coats. Then add a clear coat. Be sure to use Rustoleum paint. I like the high gloss finish as it makes them more modern looking. You can also go for the metal finish just add non-yellowing clear coat.

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