What is involved in refinishing cabinets?

Answer by  mammakat (11147)

You can just touch up, or strip back completely, and if so you want to know what kind of wood you are working with. Stripping requires strong chemicals and good ventilation. At the least, sanding and re-finishing are required. You want a clear idea of your end result.

Answer by  S93 (524)

Refinishing cabinets involves: Removing all doors/drawers, sanding down all parts included, using a primer that matches your paint, painting or wood staining, and then sealing.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

The first remove the old paint or stain from the surface. This can be done chemically with solvents or you can use sandpaper top strip it to clean wood. Then will bleach the wood if it needs lightening or has stained spots. The fix an imperfections by filling or sanding. Then clean the surface with solvent and apply you finish.

Answer by  kipcat (1964)

Remove the existing paint or varnish by sanding down to the wood, then seal the wood. Then repaint, varnish, or stain the wood again with the desired finish. Seal with waterproof sealer.

Answer by  Duncan (1124)

First you have to strip the old finish, usually with sandpaper. This usually involved removing the doors to get better access. Then you have to apply several coats, and let each one dry in between.

Answer by  worker5874 (120)

Refinishing a cabinet depends upon its condition; however, common steps include applying a new coat of paint or finisher and replacing knobs and hinges.