How should I clean kitchen cabinets for painting?
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Depends on what you are painting them with. I used chalk paint on mine and all I did was wash them down with kitchen cleaner. If you are using some other kind of paint I recommend washing them and then applying a GOOD primer. I prefer Bullseye 1-2-3. It's my favorite because it requires no sanding. After the primer dries (I let it sit for 24 hours although they say 2 hours) then paint with your favorite paint. Good luck.
Wash down with TSP. If you wash your cabinets down a lot chalk paint will not hold up, use all oil based products . If you don't, chalk paint would be fine. But don't finish with wax use polyeurethane.
You will need a really good degreaser. Because any left over will cause the paint to lift.
Vinegar and water
I have a post that might help https://chascrazycreations.com/cleaning-kitchen-cabinets/
To clean wood cabinets with Murphy's oil soap, you can follow these steps: