Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing

Kitchen cabinets are a critical part of any home. You may not realize the difference kitchen cabinets make when it comes to the value of your home. If you're thinking of selling your home, then take a good look at your cabinets. Are they as nice as they could be? Even if you're not going to sell your home, you still need nice cabinets. Worn cabinetry can add a dated look to your kitchen. You could replace your cabinetry, but if that does not go well with your budget, how about refinishing them?

** Refinishing Tip ** To make a room nice, certain colors like subtle shades of pink, deep reds and pastel peaches are needed. The addition of oval mirrors can help create beautiful reflections when candles are placed close to them. Generations of the gentry have used the bedroom as a place to relax and read so by adding a comfortable armchair by a window or fireplace can give the bedroom a whole new purpose.

Kitchen cabinet refinishing is a great way to breathe new life into those old cabinets. You can hire a professional to come in and do the job for you. Alternatively, if you're handy around the house, why not try refinishing them yourself? It's easier than you might think!

The first task is to remove existing paint or unwanted stain with a paint remover. Try a thick gel-based formula, applied with stiff brush in the direction of the grain. After about 30 minutes, wipe off excess remover and allow to dry. After drying, use a 120-grit sandpaper and work as always, in the direction of the wood. Finish off with a 220-grit until the wood is smooth and uniform.

Next you'll have to decide whether you want a bare look or whether you want to go with a stain. There are many different shades of wood stain out there for any look imaginable. Go classic with maple, or add sophisticated warmth with mahogany or cherry.

** Refinishing Tip ** A costly area but one where you may be able to save some of the expense is labor and hiring professionals to work on the project. By doing it yourself and with good forward planning it will almost always reduce the kitchen refinishing costs as long as you can do it correctly the first time. This idea will be of no use if you are not capable around the home and will probably be beyond your capabilities. Whilst it may look very good on paper, if you are not able to do this but try anyway, the chances are you will have to pay a kitchen fitter to rectify your mistakes before they can complete the work.

You'll want to apply up to three coats of stain depending on the level of color that you desire. After the stain is completely dry, finish off with three coats of an oil-based polyurethane to add a gleaming finish and lasting durability. Make sure you allow each coat of stain or finish to dry before applying another. Sanding may or not be required afterwards -- check the instructions on the product you're using.

Kitchen cabinet refinishing is an easy project that can be done over the weekend. So if your cabinets are less than perfect, roll up your sleeves and refinish them!

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