There have been a number of Albuquerque homeowners who have tried to paint their cabinets on their own, only to be disappointed with the results a couple of weeks later. If you’re one of those homeowners, don’t panic! N-Hance® can help you repaint your kitchen cabinets. We have years of experience transforming dull, worn-out, or unfashionable cabinets into a refreshed and stylish look that you’ll love. We can even fix the common mistakes made during DIY paint jobs, such as brush strokes, drip marks, and other imperfections.
All of this to say, you’re not alone if you’ve failed at your latest DIY cabinet painting project and we are able to help you. Even if you decide to give it another shot on your own, we’ve got you covered. Here are a few common mistakes homeowners make while trying to paint their cabinets:
1st Mistake – Leaving the Doors On
You, like many DIY enthusiasts, want to get the job done in the quickest and easiest way possible. That typically means you want to paint the doors with them still attached to the cabinet boxes. Unfortunately, this makes it too difficult to navigate around the hinges, which often results in sloppy work. Additionally, this method can lead to drip marks and other imperfections.
If you choose to call in our team here at N-Hance Wood Refinishing of Albuquerque, you won’t have to worry about this issue at all. We’ll remove the drawer fronts and cabinet doors and bring them back to our shop to ensure a smooth, factory-like finish. This eliminates the risk of careless mistakes and gives you a professional result that will probably still be done faster than you could do on your own.
2nd Mistake – Lack of Preparation
Proper preparation is more than finding a project on Pinterest and heading off to your local Home Depot for supplies. Improper preparation, like this, can affect the final appearance and durability of your cabinets, causing them to chip and peel quickly after painting. It can also make scratches and other damages very visible to yourself and others after the cabinets are repainted.
The N-Hance crew will take care to ensure thorough and proper preparation. Our techs will go above and beyond to explain the process to you and get your cabinets truly ready for painting. We’ll also repair any damaged areas and prime your cabinets with a product specifically formulated for use on cabinets. The paint we use will adhere better to the primed cabinets, preventing stains and bleedthrough.
3rd Mistake – Applying One Thick Layer of Paint
Another way you might try to speed up your project is by applying one massive, thick layer of paint. This may lead to a decent-looking result at first, but it can actually make your cabinets more prone to scratches, peeling, chipping, and other flaws. The best approach is to apply multiple thin layers of paint to create a durable surface that can withstand daily wear and tear.
An additional problem is that the paint you apply might not be made specifically for cabinets. At N-Hance, we use well-designed paint that is made for cabinets and cabinets alone. It is able to withstand heavy-duty use and routine cleaning, while still maintaining a great appearance. Once you’ve chosen a color, our craftsmen will expertly apply it to your cabinets, providing an even coat and a flawless and durable finish.
4th Mistake – Not Giving the Cabinets Enough Time to Dry
Painting your cabinets on your own is always going to be a longer project than you think. Most of the time will actually be spent simply waiting for the cabinets to cure and dry. The final curing process will possibly take several weeks for the best results. If you rush through this and throw your cabinets back up on the boxes too soon, you risk damaging your cabinet with smudges, chips, and other signs of wear.
With N-Hance, we use a proprietary system called Lightspeed® Nano to cure your cabinets instantly with UV light. Once we’ve finished repainting them, we apply a clear topcoat and cure it in seconds. This just shows that we’re the faster option to deliver long-lasting, high-quality results.
5th Mistake – Getting the Color Wrong
Choosing the right color can be so difficult to do on your own. The team at N-Hance can help simplify that for you. Our professional craftsmen can walk you through all your color options before settling on the right one for the kitchen of your dreams. We offer a selection of 12 popular and proven colors to choose from. If you prefer a different option, you can bring in a color sample and we’ll match it.
Get More than Just Cabinet Painting with N-Hance Wood Refinishing of Albuquerque
The number one problem that simply repainting your kitchen cabinets will not fix is structural issues. For example, if your cabinets are warping, painting might make them look pretty, but it will not reverse the effect. It creates a sort of mask, but eventually, you will need to replace the cabinets. In these rare cases, it’s often more cost-effective to save up for a full cabinet door replacement, so you can get cabinets that look great and will last for many years.
If you handled repainting your kitchen cabinets on your own and don’t like the end results, let the skilled team N-Hance Wood Refinishing of Albuquerque create the factory-like finish you desire. We’ll give you beautiful cabinets, quickly, at a cost you can afford. Call (505) 314-1997 to set up a FREE consultation.