How To Use Benjamin Moore Paint for Kitchen and Bathroom Cabinets

Kitchens and bathrooms are some of the busiest rooms in your house. You and your guests move in and out of these spaces all day long, touching your cabinets as you do so. This constant wear and tear can fade, damage, and peel even the most durable paint jobs. Additionally, humidity and moisture, common in kitchens and bathrooms, can shorten the lifespan of paint or wood stains. The proper preparation and primer can help avoid some of these common concerns and prolong the life of your cabinets.

Preparing for Paint

The success of your project depends on taking the proper steps to prepare the cabinets. While we always caution against skipping the preparatory steps, thoroughly preparing your cabinets is especially crucial if you want the paint job to last.

• Label the cabinets: Before removing the doors from the hinges, use a pencil to label each cabinet and door. We suggest writing the same number or letter on each pair of cabinets and doors. This step will make putting the doors back on much easier once you finish painting.
• Remove the doors: Each cabinet door should use a hinge attachment and a few screws. Take the doors off each cabinet to reach the corners more easily. Remember to keep track of the hinges and screws!
• Remove hardware: The last thing you want is to get primer or paint on the cabinet handles or pulls. Remove the hardware before you paint to keep everything shiny and clean.
• Sand: Use 100- or 150-grit sandpaper on the surface of your cabinet doors. Roughing up the top layer will help the new primer and paint to adhere, as it won’t stick to a smooth or shiny surface. Sanding can create a lot of dust, so it’s best to lay down a tarp to protect your floors. You may also want to wear a face mask and open windows or do this outside.
• Prime: The last step before painting is to apply Benjamin Moore cabinet primer. Choose from our selected oil- or latex-based primers for cabinets. John Paul’s Paint and Decor experts can help you choose the best Benjamin Moore cabinet primer for your needs! Apply between one and three coats of primer, allowing each layer to dry thoroughly before applying the next.
• Now for the fun part… paint: After all this preparation, it’s time to make the magic happen! Apply your favorite paint to complete your cabinet makeover. After allowing ample time for the paint to dry, reattach the doors and hardware and marvel over your brand-new kitchen or bathroom!
  

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