Painted Bathroom Vanity
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Start by applying a thin coat of milk paint. I used a brush along all the edges and then used a foam roller to paint the flat surfaces. You can also consider doing it all with a good paint brush and skip the roller altogether (in all honesty, I go back and forth on this and tend to prefer brush application). It is just a personal preference. I let the paint dry an hour or so between each coat and would then reapply. I think I did 3-4 coats total. I know that sounds like a lot but it goes super fast. As you can see below, it does go on thin with not perfect coverage to start. But it builds with each coat and this really seems to help with the smooth finish.
Once you’ve obtained the coverage you want, it’s time to seal it all! I used a water based polyurethane in a satin finish. The milk paint has more of a matte finish. I think the satin finish adds a nice sheen consistent with newly purchased cabinetry. If you want a different sheen, just choose the coordinating polyurethane. I applied two coats to seal since it is a bathroom that will get a little moisture.
If you are changing your hardware, now is the time to drill the appropriate holes and install. Otherwise, just reinstall your old hardware. And you are done!
I seriously love how a little paint updated this vanity and kept us from having to replace it completely. My painted bathroom vanity looks like a totally new piece and it cost me less than $50 and just a few hours of work! I also updated the bathroom floor with paint and you can see that here!
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Valli Vredenburgh Church on Apr 03, 2020
I am totally inspired now to do this paint treatment to my daughter’s bathroom! I even love the color you chose! Thanks for your instructions!
Valli
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Carla pierson on Apr 19, 2020
Yes I will it came out beautiful
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Did you have to remove the door before beginning?
Your links don't seem to work. I love the look of the project. Were your cabinets that laminate type door or hardwood? thank you