Have you ever assumed a home improvement project was simple, found a YouTube tutorial video, then discovered down the road that it was much more complicated than you thought? Cabinet painting is one of those projects. 

Taking on a cabinet painting project yourself can cost you precious time and remodeling dollars if not done correctly. But don’t worry—these tips from the pros at N-Hance of Palm Beach can help you get the job done right. 


1 – Find Color Scheme Inspiration From an Existing Design

Don’t get hung up on creating something completely new. Instead, find a color palette you love from Pinterest, Instagram, or your favorite design magazine. The pros at N-Hance can help you make the same color tones work in your own space. 

2 – Select the Best Primer, Paint, and Topcoat

Many Do-It-Yourselfers and even professional painters make the mistake of using wall primers and latex paint on cabinets. These mixtures aren’t specially formulated to last on cabinets and can wear down fast. Choose acrylic, enamel, or alkyd paints instead. 

3 – Organize Doors, Drawers, and Hardware as You Remove Them

You’ll have to do a lot of disassembling during the cabinet painting process. Save yourself the headache in the long run by numbering and labeling doors, drawer fronts, and hardware that go together as you remove them. Trust us—you’ll be surprised how much time this one trick alone will save you. 

4 – Thoroughly Clean Cabinets Before Painting 

Don’t be too hasty to bust out the rollers and brushes! Take adequate time beforehand to remove grease, grime, and smudges from your cabinet surfaces. This will make the primer, paint, and topcoat adhere to your cabinet surfaces as they should. 

5 – Tint the Primer For Darker Cabinets

If you’re painting your cabinets a dark shade, you’ll likely have to apply several coats to get adequate coverage. Tinting the primer to match your cabinet color can make the process go much faster. Try adding a small amount of color at a time until the primer reaches the perfect shade.

6 – Create a Designated Painting and Drying Area

Go for a spot outdoors if possible. If not, make sure the place you choose has adequate ventilation. Set up a sturdy work station with plenty of room to lay out your cabinet fronts and drawers. 

7 – Put Together a Temporary Kitchen 

Since your kitchen will be out of commission during the painting process, set up an area with a microwave, toaster, small fridge or cooler, paper plates, plastic utensils, and whatever else you may need to get you by until your new cabinets are complete. 


Cabinet Painting in Jupiter, Florida 

When it comes to wood renewal in Jupiter, Florida, you don’t have to take the job on yourself. Enlist the help of N-Hance professionals! We can make the cabinet painting process stress-free for you from start to finish. 

We provide hundreds of custom color options to choose from for your new cabinets, and we take care of all the hard work. You’ll be left with the kitchen you’ve always wanted and with limited impact on your busy schedule. 

Ready to get started on your wood resurfacing project in Jupiter, Florida? Contact N-Hance today!