This is a simple process that you need to get into with no fear that you will mess up.
Can i paint my kitchen cabinets with chalk paint.
First i am breathing one big sigh of relief that i m writing this post because it means that this project is done.
Take off any hinges on your cabinets so that you can paint the doors easily.
I ve dreamed of transforming our kitchen by painting our cabinets white ever since our offer was accepted on this home and three years later it feels good that that dream actually came to fruition.
How to paint kitchen cabinets with chalk paint supplies 2 16oz containers bb frosch chalk paint powder flat latex paint we used 1 5 gallons of coronado paint by benjamin moore in bistro white paint brush wax brush squeeze bottle bb frosch clear wax 200 grit sand paper wax cloth small container of water for brushes tongue.
I am a chalk painting fiend.
All the other walls in den dining and stairwell are fireside burch paneling has been up since 1977 and has been cleaned regularly with scotts liquid gold so it still.
I recommend using my savvy sister s chalk paint dust.
Use a lint free rag to wipe your cabinets and ensure that any gunk has gone.
Remove any excess with a lint free cloth.
Paint the cupboards in your chosen chalk paint.
It can be added to any flat latex paint so the colors are limitless.
Use an annie sloan flat brush for a smooth finish.
My only concern is my house is open concept and my kitchen is very prominent.
Before you get your annie sloan on size up your furniture and fix any dings.
Learning how to paint your kitchen cabinets may seem intimidating at first but it really was such a breeze.
Here annie is using old ochre.
I ve chalk painted and distressed an island in my kitchen cabinets in my sewing room book cases furniture and even a counter top.
Prepare to chalk paint kitchen cabinets.
Wood filler is your friend when it comes to cracks holes or gouges.
Before you can use chalk paint with its prime objective of saving time you still have to prepare the cabinet for painting.
With the brush that is suitable and paints from annie sloan you will be able to nail it.
I am really considering chalk painting my kitchen cabinets.
Thank you for the informative article.
Chalk paint goes on so smooth that you won t even be able to tell where those imperfections once were.
Oh i have all the things to say about painting our kitchen cabinets.
I would definitely recommend chalk paint if you are considering painting your cabinets as it s so easy to use and provides a great end result we got the look of a brand new kitchen for just a fraction of the price by choosing to paint our cabinets instead of gut the whole thing.
Paint your kitchen cabinet by chalk paint complete.
Clean and repair the cabinet.