The Easiest Way To Restain Cabinets

Built in cabinets are perhaps the most noticeable feature in certain rooms. For instance, the cabinets in your bathroom and kitchen are often the centerpiece of the whole. Just like any other design element in your home, cabinets can go out of style. Usually, the finish on wooden cabinets will wear off, so it will need to be updated over the years. With the right tools and techniques, you can actually restain any cabinet system to give it a fresh, new look. This article explains the best process for restaining cabinets like a pro:

Removing Doors and Drawers

The first step in this process is removing all the doors and drawers from your cabinet. You are going to restain these in a separate area. If you have a large tarp, you can set all the doors and drawers down on your lawn or in your garage. Basically, you will be setting up a little assembly line for quicker painting.

Steel Wool

Before you can even start to stain, you need to smooth out the wood surface. Just using a little bit of steel wool can make the surface smoother and more receptive to the new stain. You can also remove any grime or dirt buildup on the wood. This process is simple, but it can be quite time-consuming. But, be patient because if you skimp on the steel wool, your stain might not stick as well to the wood.

Using a Spray Gun

The best way to paint hardwood is using a spray gun. This obviously poses problems when it comes to overspray, especially when it comes to the cabinets that are still attached to the wall. Luckily, the cabinets still attached to your wall are usually just square and flat, so they are easier to paint. The doors and drawers, with their intricate matters and corners, need a little more attention. This is why it is easier to paint them on a tarp. You need to extensively mask off the rest of your room and walls to protect from overspray when painting the main cabinet box. Most jobs will require several coats of stain, especially if you are completely changing the color. You will need steel wool to smooth out the stain after the final coat.

Finishing the Job

To finish up the job, you need to reattach the doors and drawers once all the paint is dry. You can also make your cabinets look nicer by adding caulk to the molding. This blends the separate wooden pieces and makes them look more cohesive. If you are looking to change the style of your cabinets even more dramatically, you should consider changing the molding too. New molding on the cabinet will completely alter the style and make it look more modern.

Contact local custom cabinet refacing services for more information and assistance. 

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