If you already have metal kitchen cabinets in place, but you are looking for a change of pace, you may want to consider painting them.
While this job is one that will require some sweat on your part, the end result can be very fulfilling.
Here are four simple steps to follow when you set out to paint your existing metal kitchen cabinets.
Step 1 - Inspect Before you go out and buy paint and then dive into your painting project, you should first take a long hard look at what you have.
Are your metal cabinetry worth the paint job? Look for rust, dents, and other wear that may suggest your resources are better off being saved.
Step 2 - Prep Work Once you have deemed your metal cabinetry worthy of a new paint job, you will then need to get to prepping.
To start with, you will need to remove all the doors and all the hardware.
Be sure to practice safety first and always wear your safety goggles and a thick pair of gloves.
This is especially important if your metal cabinetry are older as you never know what type of paint was used when they were originally designed.
Step 3 - Smooth and Clean You will now want to get your surface as smooth and clean as possible before you paint.
Normally you would sand any rough areas, but if your metal cabinetry are older, then you will not want to do so as sanding lead based paint creates lead based dust.
Just be sure that the surface is as clean and smooth as possible and you should be all set.
Step 4 - Prime then Paint Always be sure that you prime your metal kitchen cabinets first.
This will allow the new paint to adhere properly and will ensure a long lasting finish that won't chip or peel.
Using oil-based paints is best with metal kitchen cabinets as it will leave a beautiful finish that won't tend to peel away like many latex paints will.
Be sure to take you time when you are painting your metal kitchen cabinets.
It is quite likely that you will need two or more coats of paint to cover adequately, so don't try to cut corners and slather on the paint too thick.
Painting your metal kitchen cabinets is a great way to increase the warmth in your kitchen and bring a new look to your entire house.
If you take your time and follow these simple steps, your metal cabinetry will come out looking as smooth as silk.
Now you only have to decide what color you want to use.