How do I correct a messed up cabinet painting project?
I painted the cabinets with 2 coats primer, 2 coats color, 1 coat primer. I don’t like the primer. I switched to a different primer. Still don’t like it. I purchased super expensive cabinet paint and am not sure if I have to sand all the primer off or scuff it. I have worked on these cabinets for weeks!! Please help!
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Joan: Oh - I'm so sorry you have put so much time and energy into this - and are disappointed.
Primer always goes UNDER paint...not over it.
One product you could use on any surface:
https://www.anniesloan.com
Joan....You can also use Klean-Strip or Citristrip and remove with a scraper after painting on.
I am wondering why you used primer over the paint. Normally the primer is hidden under the paint so you can't see it.
I meant Polyurethane over the paint! Oh boy! Sorry. The paint store told me to start over. I only used one layer of primer. I tried to lightly sand it- it turned like a powdery White—- does that mean it is ready to paint or should I restart!!
You should be able to lightly sand and then re-paint after cleaning.
Just lightly sand, wipe off the dust and paint with the main color. No need to prime again.
OK. You sanded the primer. Wasn't needed. Wipe the cabinets down with a damp cloth. Let dry. Prime with Kilz primer. Then paint your color. Seal with three coats of a water based polyurethane to protect the finish. All done.