TIPS FOR PAINTING CABINETS WITHOUT SANDING

UGLY DUCKLING HOUSE

Yes, it is possible to paint cabinets without sanding.

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If you prep with the right products, you can save yourself the hassle with these tips!

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Purchase de-glosser and other supplies and prep all the lower cabinets for paint

Protect the Floor To get started, tape down builder's paper to protect the floor from deglosser fluid.

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Remove doors and hardware

To remove any grease and any possible finger oils.

Use a system to keep track of hardware

Hardware goes to the cabinet it belongs to and screws are taped together in groups.

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Mark the placement for each door.

Clean and scrub down doors and cabinets with TSP substitute

Once all cabinets are scrubbed down with the TSP substitute, start all over again with the liquid de-glosser.

Wear safety goggles and nitrile gloves while working with deglosser. Once you're done, they are ready for paint!