When it comes to repainting kitchen cabinets, you need to know the things you should and shouldn’t do. Of course, you don’t want to mess up your repainting. That’s why it is crucial to know how the process works. 

There are a lot of things to consider, like the right paint to varnishes, etc. If you want to know more, you can consider these do’s and don'ts:

What You Should Do

1. You should remove any of your kitchen hardware. It’s important that you take off all of the hardware to start with a clean slate. You need to unhinge the screws and remove the knobs so that you won’t get any paint on them, and it makes the repainting much easier. 
2. You should find the appropriate paint for you. You need to know that there are different formulas for paint, and you need to find the ones that are suitable for your kitchen cabinetry. For example, everyday wall paint is not the right one if you are looking for a smooth and lasting finish for your cabinets.
3. You need to have a lot of sandpaper when it comes to repainting kitchen cabinets made of wood.
4. You need to get the cabinet bases and backsides of the cabinet doors done first. It's better if you finish the primer, get some of the first coats on the cabinet bases and then cabinet doors. Following that process will allow to dry longer. 

What You Shouldn’t Do

1. You should not apply heavy coats of paint. When you are repainting, you need to apply only light coats in order to avoid dripping and to get a wonderful finish. If you apply heavy coats, it will often leave marks that you’ll then have to sand out or paint again. 
2. You should not forget to paint the inside of your cabinets. Repainting doesn’t just have to be on the outside of your kitchen cabinets, you need to remember to match it with the inside as well. You want everything to blend together.
3. You should not skip the primer phase and make sure to have the right product to get a successful result. Your repainting needs to have a quality primer mixed to get a better coverage. Primers can help with adhesion and also with the durability of your paint. You won’t have to worry about your paint chipping too much.
4. You should not repaint without cleaning first. You need to wipe your kitchen cabinets and remove any dust and grease. Having a clean surface to work on will make the repainting more effective. You will get a sleeker surface, and there won’t be any clumping when applying your coats. 

These are some of the things you have to know before you start working on your kitchen cabinets repainting. The process requires time and patience. If you want to do it yourself, remember some of these. But, in case you want help from professionals, PaintCore Finishes can repaint your kitchen cabinets according to your specifications. You won’t need to have to go through the time-consuming process of doing it yourself. We have experience in repainting kitchen cabinets and have helped many customers with refinishing too. You won’t have to worry about buying new kitchen cabinets because, with our assistance, we can make it look brand new!