Kitchen cabinets are too smooth and shiny?
I have no idea what these cabinets are made. Replacing these can be expensive. Are there any inexpensive ways to re-paint this to a more modern look? I feel the paint may not stick to this surface.
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They almost look like Formica and I'm thinking you may be able to use a countertop refinishing kit on them. Rustoleum makes one.
Zinsser B-I-N by Rustoleum will work great on any smooth shiny surface such as you pictured. It is a primer. Follow the directions on the can about prepping before you use it. Then follow up with the color and paint of your choice.
It does look like Formica, here is a step by step on how to prepare the surface for paint:
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-paint-formica/
use peel and stick wallpaper
Hello. That is a great question. I might suggest calling rustoleum support directly and asking their paint experts their opinion on this cabinet surfaces paint potential. Their bonding primers and tile and countertop paints are quite good and might be candidates for your project.
SLICK STICK PRIMER ā HOW TO MAKE ANY SURFACE PAINTABLE
https://salvagedinspirations.com/slick-stick-primer-how-to-make-any-surface-paintable/
First try on the back of a cabinet. Use Zinser BIN oil based. It sticks to anything. Then you could paint the fronts if it works out.
Make sure you work in a well ventilated area.
They are plastic laminate. Formica is one name brand. Lightly sand to remove the shine. Prime with Kilz primer then paint your color
You can use stick wallpaper
You just need paint that is designed for plastic
in addition to tips already given make sure you use a binding primer for th is specific material. I would go to a free standing paint store or a hardware store like Ace over a big box store fire help to make sure you get the right kind. You could even take a door in for specific help. Sincere You will need to take the doors off anyway.
It looks like a plastic laminate. So the plastic-suitable spray paint should work. Or try the paint kits that are used to redo laminate counters.
I'd cover with contact paper
Hello,
You could do any of the ideas given before, or Leave a border and put Contact paper or Fabric applied with Mod Podge and sealed, or Add a Trim using double sided tape to fix it, or both. Change the Handles. OR change the in a Company like Kitchen Magic who will give you a price to just change the cabinet doors to give you a new kitchen look at a much cheaper cost. Best wishes..
You can paint so much more with all the innovations in paint these days. Go to your local paint store and they are happy to help.
Hi Ambika, I have a method for you to use, I used it to paint my counter tops and the paint lasted for 10 years until I could get new counters, I will work for you too, follow instructions exactly,
Lightly sand to rough the countertop up
Go to your paint store, tell them what you are painting, they will pick the proper paint and primer for you, you can even get the primer tinted for a better coverage
Once you have sanded, clean with TSP, then rinse and dry thoroughly,
Apply your primer coat, let it dry according to the instructions
Once the primer coat is dry, apply your paint coat, I would apply 2 or 3 as it will be stronger and thicker
Once your coats dry, you can apply a matte clear coat, either by spray or roll on, keep a small container of it under your sink for touch ups,( I never touched up) I had my counters like this for 12 years, until I could afford new ones.
I used a few uncolored glass cutting boards for protection. It held up very well. And only costs you the prices of the materials.
Good luck!
Here are some ideas: https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=kitchen%20cabinets
Clean, scuff with steel wool, clean with alcohol, prime and paint with a plastic formula paint.