How do I paint laminate cabinets?
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How to paint laminate cabinets
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After cleaning with TSP and assuming they don't need any repairs you'd want to start with a good primer such as Zinser 123. Then follow it up with a quality latex paint for kitchen cabinets. Paint can take 21 days to cure fully so I wouldn't reinstall cabinet doors or drawers until the paint is cured and passes the fingernail test (if your fingernail can make a dent in the paint it's not fully cured).
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If you are looking to repaint - I recently discovered Oil Bond (you can get it here on Amazon https://amzn.to/2wGmiNO) where you rub this first on your cabinets. This helps the paint stick so you DON'T NEED TO SAND!! Also add a bit of Oil Bond to your paint. I would also spend a bit more for specific cabinet paint to ensure a smooth finish. I recently did this on my bathroom vanity and it turned out fantastic! Here are my pics of my project: https://wp.me/pUbK5-yRy
Use a shellac based primer.