How to remove old paint from kitchen cabinets?
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Donna Holmes on Oct 02, 2016There is a product out there called Zip-Strip. Follow directions. I have used it on everything I have to remove any paint from.Helpful Reply
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Susan on Oct 02, 2016Why are you wanting to remove the paint? from my own experience what you find under the paint probably won't be worth using. If you are going to paint over it and don't want to sand, use the chalk paint. Chalk paint does not need more prepping than washing the surface before painting. Good luck.Helpful Reply
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Cindy Hagemann on Oct 02, 2016These cabinets need a good scrubbing with Murphy's oil soap and water. If you are painting them, remove the doors & hardware, wash them, then use a good primer like Kilz, paint over the top.Helpful Reply
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Jackie on Oct 02, 2016Use Mineral Spirits to clean them, then use hot soap and water to remove residual Mineral spirts. If you have loose paint lightly sand but you DO NOT need to strip or sand the entire cabinet or door. Then paint with a product Beyond paint. ( paint, primer, sealer already in the product) for a Small Kitchen of 8-10 cabinets price is 49.99 +tax. (quart) If your cabinet count is higher than that it's more cost effective to buy a gallon at $139.99 + tax . https://store.fabfinisher.com/product-category/caromal-colours/reclaim-beyond-paints/paints-reclaim-beyond-paints/ This store itself has endless ideas for painting cabinets, furniture, how-to- videos and more....https://store.fabfinisher.com/shop/Helpful Reply
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William on Oct 02, 2016Use Cirtistrip to remove the paint if your looking for the raw wood finish. If you plan to paint the - all of the above. Based on the age, the wood is more likely birch plywood underneath.Helpful Reply
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Jennifer Weber Ferguson on Oct 02, 2016Either sand off the old paint or use a paint striper. Then prime with XIM, paint your new favorite color - glaze, distress - so many possibilities. The hard part is the prep......best of luck!Helpful Reply
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Kelley on Oct 02, 2016This is a tough project,I was brought up to sand,tack,sand,tack,prime,tack,sand,paint,tack,sand,tack and paint againHelpful Reply
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Debi53 on Oct 02, 2016If you are repainting, there is no need to remove the old paint. Clean thoroughly with TSP or something similar to remove grease. If the paint job is in good condition, just use liquid sandpaper to make the surface tacky and then use Kilz or other high quality primer. Make sure whether or not your paint is oil or latex before you prime and use the proper primer-otherwise, your paint will flake off very quickly. If you do sand your cabinets, be aware that the paint might contain asbestos and take proper precautions.Helpful Reply
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Suellen Hintz on Oct 02, 2016I'd recommend a gel stripper. Apply it, cover with plastic wrap, and wait. Be prepared for a lot of work.Helpful Reply
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Msc12149616 on Oct 02, 2016I use the environmentally friendly orange stuff, worked really wellHelpful Reply
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Janet Pizaro on Oct 02, 2016Citristrip is the only non-toxic way to go.No harsh fumes. It is available at Home Depot in the paint dept.Helpful Reply
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Nve207704 on Oct 02, 2016CitistripHelpful Reply
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TMP on Oct 02, 2016Paint stripper and a lot of sanding. People who say you shouldn't remove old paint and sand are both lazy and foolish. You need to prep that surface, and getting all the old finishes off is key if you want a Grade A finished product.Helpful Reply
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Rosemary Kelly on Oct 02, 2016I like a heat gun. Take it outside, and it will bubble right off, easily. You scrape with a putty knife.Helpful Reply
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Kelley on Oct 03, 2016My Dad taught me how to refinish and paint too,small world.Helpful Reply
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Siss on Oct 04, 2016Rene the doors off and sand the doorsHelpful Reply
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Kathy Bitzan on Oct 26, 2016That paint looks old , would there be lead in it and would it be hazardous? These things don't bother me but some go crazy just a thought.Helpful Reply
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