Embarking on a DIY kitchen cabinet painting project involves a series of decision-making processes right before the painting begins. A crucial one among these is choosing between a roller, sprayer, or brush. Each of these tools promises an advantage for different parts of the painting task. Here’s a handy guide to help you navigate your DIY kitchen cabinet revamp.
Leveraging Rollers for Cabinet Painting
Rollers are an efficient tool to cover a large surface quickly. Their disadvantage, however, lies in their inability to focus on small, detailed areas. In most cases, rollers are utilized alongside brushes for a comprehensive cabinet painting task. Begin with painting the front and back of the cabinets with a roller, followed by a brush for the finer parts such as the corners of doors and drawer fronts, and the interior of your cabinets. Rollers produce a relatively uniform texture, although it may leave a slight texture that identifies their use. To optimize this, paint swiftly and avoid re-rolling over a drying area as it may lead to uneven textures.
Making Use of a Sprayer for Cabinet Painting
Sprayers are a favorite among cabinet painters for their speedy application and exceptional results, provided you’re adept at using them. If you’re a novice, you may fall into common painting errors such as over-spray and under-spray, which lead to an uneven, messy finish.
The use of a sprayer necessitates a considerable prep time as you need to protect appliances and countertops to avoid paint splattering. While it is good practice to prepare your space before using a roller or brush, it is crucial when using a sprayer.
With a willingness to invest a little time in mastering the sprayer and prepping your space, it can be an excellent choice for your DIY cabinet painting project.
Choosing a Brush for Cabinet Painting
The brush-only approach is a common mistake DIY enthusiasts make. While it does allow for precision, it is time-consuming and leaves visible drip marks and brush strokes. Brushes are best utilized in the nooks and corners, for touch-ups, and interior painting once your main painting work is done.
Why Not Opt for Professional Cabinet Painting with N-Hance of Ames?
Instead of risking a DIY cabinet painting, entrust it to the professionals at N-Hance of Ames. Our expertise in cabinet painting, armed with professional tools and equipment, assures a factory-finish. This means no streaks, drips, flaws, or guesswork. We promise a perfect and beautiful finish for your cabinets.
We offer quick services, usually completing cabinet painting jobs in three days or less. You get brand new cabinets without the downtime, stress, and headaches of a DIY project that typically lasts for weeks.
All you need to do is empty your cabinets and clear your countertops. We manage the rest, giving you time to attend to your other tasks.
Our proprietary LightSpeed® Nano technology is our secret for quick work. This system uses UV light for immediate curing of your cabinets, eliminating the wait of hours or days for drying. It also ensures a hard finish that resists scratches, stains, and other forms of wear and tear.
Choosing N-Hance of Ames means opting for a quicker, simpler way to paint your kitchen cabinets. Our services are a cost-effective option compared to a complete cabinet renovation, making your cabinets look fresh and new within a budget.
Ready to begin or want to know more? Contact N-Hance of Ames at 515-203-9420 for a FREE consultation and an estimate on your kitchen cabinet transformation.