How to paint unfinished cabinets from home depot or lowes
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
- What's up guys/gals,
I am starting a mud room project that calls for several cabinets to be installed. I thought long and hard whether I should attempt to build the cabinets or purchase them. I haven't built cabinets before, so that option was out, plus I didn't have the proper setup and tools yet. The 2nd option was to purchase finished cabinets that I can install right away. Two problems arose from the second option: Cost and color. The cost for this setup which calls for 7 cabinets was over $2500!! And we would have to stick with a stock color; otherwise, the cost would be even higher and lead time would be weeks if not months!
I have painted many cabinets before, so the idea of painting cabinets was not new or scary to me; however, I have not done unfinished cabinets before. The idea of saving 100s of dollars, make that thousands of dollars and the challenge got me interested. So, I decided to take on painting the unfinished cabinets, which cost me just about $600. Here is the list of materials used:
Cabinet paint from Valspar $55/gal (I used only 1 gal)
Sanding sealer $20/qrt (I used 1 quart)
Polycrylic top finish $18/qrt (I used 1 quart)
Couple of extra fine sanding blocks and a steel wool pad (not sure what cost is since I had those in my shop already, but probaby $2-$3
In this video I walk you though the process of painting these unfinished cabinets I purchased from Lowes. These are OSB boxes with a solid Oak trim and cabinet door frame with a 1/4" door insert.
BTW the finished cabinets from Lowes were veneered, so you can't really sand or paint them! Another reason I went with the unfinished solid wood door frames
For painting these unfinished cabinets I used my Critter cyphon gun. I spray paint whenever I have routed edges such as cabinet doors and trim.
Whenever you are working with unfinished wood it's a good idea to start with a sanding sealer to seal the wood and create a surface that paint can adhere too much better than an unsealed surface. Trust me, this step is crucial, you would not believe the difference.
Here is the breakdown to paint unfinished cabinets:
2 coats of sanding sealer
3 coats of paint
2 coats of Polycrylic
You will want to lightly sand between coats for an ultimate smooth finish. I hope this video helps you with your future projects.
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Wonderful video and amazing job on those cabinets! Thank you for putting this together.
Thanks for the positive feedback 👊🏼
First time painting a cabinet. Built my cabinet from unfinished Baltic birch plywood. Used your technique and it came out great! I used a cheap HVLP sprayer and did not setup a hanging station. I was also afraid of the sanding because I only had 220 grit paper and it seemed harsh with even the lightest touch, so I did not sand after every application. My finish was not as glass like as yours but I am still extremely pleased. I imagine after the coat has had a few days to cure it should look even better. I learned a lot with this cabinet build and paint and am very excited about the next one! Thanks!!!
Glad to hear it. Thanks for sharing your positive experience.
Thank you for showing brands of paints you used. Visual learner here. Great video!
Glad it was helpful! 👊🏼
Incredibly helpful, thank you!! We are redoing our kitchen and are using unfinished cabinets from Home Depot and Lowes! Thank you for this video.
Glad it was helpful! Good luck with your project! Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Hello! This is the best cabinet painting video I’ve seen and the information/instructions are easy to follow. Did you sand the cabinets before using the sealer?
Thank you! No, I didn’t sand them. These are unfinished cabinets, so they are ready for finish coat. If you are refinishing cabinets, you do not need to use a sealer. I have also painted finished cabinets by applying paint directly, but make sure you apply a protective finish. Sanding sealer is only applied to unfinished wood. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching and supporting 👊🏼
@@TrueGritDevelopment Thank you so very much, this definitely answered my question and any wonder in my head about unfinished cabinets. Now on to this project, you’ve been an awesome help and an answered prayer, thanks again.
Glad it helped! Good luck with your project. Pls share and like 👍🏼
Great video. I just did this with my existing cabinets, but I used a Graco sprayer as opposed to the critter. I gotta say I wish I had seen this prior to the work I had done, as the critter looks like a way better option.
Thanks for the great video!
Thanks buddy. I have a Graco one too, but I use that one for bigger projects like whole house doors and painting (gut jobs). I’ve seen contractors use the Graco, but u must have the proper tip (very fine tip) and move fast cause that thing brings out a lot of paint. I prefer the Critter for the control and it uses way less paint. Also, the clean up is a breeze. IMO it’s a must have tool especially when you’re doing smaller projects like shelves or trim work. I am sure your cabinets look great, paint goes a long way. Thanks for watching and supporting ✊🏼
I painted my kitchen cabinets 'interesting aqua' that I chose from a paint strip, a year before lowes came out with that exact color cabinet door...now that everyone is using this color blue now, I have to repaint,lol I want to be unique!
Awesome
Great video! Liked & Subscribed, Looking forward to watching more of your videos. I'm renovating a RV and bought unfinished cabinets for the kitchen. Really glad I watched this before painting them. I have a few questions!
1. I was going to use primer, but I was worried about the wood grain seems like the wood sealer will help with that. Should I also use a primer after using the sealer, or do you feel like the sealer helps adhere the paint. I want the prevent the paint from flaking or scratching off. I purchased a gripper primer.
2. Spray gun: We bought the Graco Magnum spray gun but the critter seems a lot more pratical for the cabinets. Do you know if the critter attachement can attach to a Graco Magnum machine if not what spray tip do you recommend?
Thank you so much! 🙂
Glad you found the video helpful. No need for a primer, the sealer will help the paint adhere to the surface, but I would definitely add a clear coat protective finish. Graco makes good guns IMO. I would ensure you have a fine tip on it (the critter comes with only one tip that is not interchangeable). I have a Graco sprayer and I use it for bigger projects and it’s great. Two main advantages with the Critter is easy clean up/setup and low over spray. The biggest disadvantage is the amount of paint sprayed is much less, so you will have to make several passes. Hope this helps! Good luck with your project 👊🏼
Nice job . Thank you for the tips .
Glad you found it helpful.
Great video! After watching, I purchased the critter and followed your steps. I’m painting white and I’m going to need a fourth coat but so far I love the gun and the process!!
Did you sand the 3rd coat before going to the poly? Mine is not mirror smooth so thought I might touch it lightly? But maybe that’s not needed and will smooth with the poly coats?
That’s awesome. Makes you want to spray everything, doesn’t it? Anyway, sand as needed or to your liking. The poly will give it some sheen, so it will help. I don’t think I sanded after my third coat to be honest. Good luck.
Hi! I love this video! I have a few questions.
1. Do you sand prior to spraying the sand sealer?
2. Are these Home Depot cabinets?
3. I noticed you didn’t prime the cabinets. I guess no need because of the sanding sealer right?
Glad you like it 👍🏼. No need to sand these cabinets as they were pretty smooth; however, that is up to you. Sanding never hurts, it’s just a pain. These are Home Depot, yes, and I am very happy with how they turned out. No primer, you are correct since we’re using sealer. I would prime if they were finished cabinets. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Hi love the video! Very informative with some things mentioned that I haven’t seen yet. (I’ve been watching what seems like thousands of videos on cabinet painting since I’m neck deep in my kitchen Reno) So just some questions for you: 1. Does the sanding sealer take the place of a traditional primer? I haven’t ever heard or seen anyone mention this in any cabinet painting tutorials before. 2. Is it always recommended to hang cabinets while painting vs. laying them flat? The paint I bought is Behr alkyd so it behaves somewhat like an enamel so I just worry that it would run if I hung them up. 3. When recoating do you always follow the recoating time on the product or do you wait longer? I have seen multiple people mention that waiting longer than recommended makes for a more durable surface and better paint adhesion? 4. What is your recommendation for curing time before installing and using? I live in a somewhat humid climate so I usually have to wait longer for painted projects to cure. Sometimes I see people painting and then the next day installing their cabinets. Other times people say to wait a week?
Thanks for the positive feedback. All gd questions and I’ll try to address. I like the sealer better than primer because it gives a shiny & smooth surface for the paint to adhere to. As for hanging, I do it so I can get both sides same day, it’s just a method that I believe is much more efficient. I spray my paint, so never have the issue of dripping really. Another advantage of spraying is recoating time. Sometimes I can recoat as soon as the paint dries. Since nothing is making contact with the painted surface (like a brush) you will not jeopardize the finish. I am in NE PA, and I have installed next day. If I feel the paint is not as dry to handle, I’ll wait another day, but I don’t remember ever doing that really. I’d also only used water based paint, so unsure with oil based, might require more drying time. I hope I answered all your questions. Good luck with your project. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
looks great. I am surprised you are not using a tack cloth.
Thank you. Yea, I should have some of those handy.
Really great and super informative video! How did the sides of the cabinet boxes turn out? I am just about to start, but I am concerned that the particle board sides of the cabinets where they are at the end of the row will paint poorly. Did you have any issues with this? Thanks!
Very gd question. The particular board will paint poorly, so I suggest you sand it a few times more than the faces. It will feel much rougher after you paint it, but once sanded it should be gd. I suggest using a foam roller actually because of the size of the surface and the need for more paint.
@@TrueGritDevelopment Awesome, thank you for the tips!
Nice looking doors but if you have high quality painting equipment like Kremlin air mix paint guns and pumps, you’ll only need to sand the wood with with a final sanding with 220 sand paper and one coat of oil based paint if paying a color. If finishing with clear lacquer, you’ll need 220 sanding, one coat of sealer, 220 sanding then one coat of clear lacquer.
Thanks. Just looked up the Kremlin stuff, that’s some high dollar stuff right there.
@@TrueGritDevelopment yeah it is most definitely expensive, but when you’re running wide open as a cabinet business, they’re worth every penny.
I was following this video to the TEE and after spraying the cabinet paint, it’s leaving a subtle orange peel like finish as opposed to a glass like factory finish. (wish there was a way to send photos of it in YT comments) I thought the top coat might reduce it but it looks around the same just shinier lol.
I’m guessing that something was wrong with the air pressure or paint viscosity. I tried upping the pressure and thinning the paint a bit but the spray pattern stayed around the same. Do you have any recommendations on what might be going wrong?
Lastly I wanna know what recommendations you have for starting over? Should I strip and sand? If so should I apply the sanding sealer again?
Thank you so much in advance, I’ve already learned a lot from the video you made and hope to hear from you
Oh no, sorry to hear. My first thought is your sprayer is putting out a lot of paint or spitting. Have you used this sprayer before and have you tested the sprayer on a scrap piece before starting your project?
@@TrueGritDevelopment First time with the critter and I had tested with scrap wood but it was rougher than the cabinet doors so couldn't see the orange peel. I know you can reduce the paint by lifting the nozzle but do you have any other recommendations for fixing the spray pattern (given its that same velspar paint)? Also I'd like to start again with the panel I painted, do you have a recommended process for doing that? (stripping? sanding? re-applying sanding sealer?) I really appreciate your help
Got it. If it’s the same paint, you shouldn’t have the orange peel finish. Make sure you use a waving motion when spraying and maintain a good distance from the object you’re painting. As for the panel you want to redo I would sand it down to a smoother finish. This does not necessarily mean all the way to “unfinished” wood, it’s just enough so when you run your hand on it it feels smooth, so no sanding sealer needed, but maybe a primer for a base coat. If you decide to sand it all the way to bare wood, then apply the sanding sealer. Hope this helps.
Great video! Definitely learned more here than other videos! I believe you said 250 grit sanding blocks? Do you know what level did you us on the steel wool? Thank you.
The block is a 220 grit, but you can use even finer grit it’s ok. The steel wool is standard and honestly, you may not even need it. Hope this helps. Good luck 👊🏼
Thank you for the great video! My wife and I are at the beginning of the project. We bought our cabinets from Home Depot (Hampton Bay). We did 2 coats of Sanding sealer. We started to paint the front drawers for a test. We are in the second coat of the paint (we bought the Dutch Boy brand color 183 C for Cabinets - water-based). After the second coat, we still can see and feel the wood vein. Do you believe that after the 3rd coat, plus the clear coat, the wood vein will disappear? We have an incredible smoothness in our cabinets, but the wood vein feeling is still bugging us. We are using Wagner 4000 sprayer to paint them, and we kind of struggle to adjust the right pressure for the paint.
Thank you so much.
Glad you found it helpful. To be clear, when you say vein you don’t mean grain? These unfinished cabinets are pretty smooth, so mine didn’t have any grains. If by vein you mean raised wood you feel when you swipe your palm on the surface of the wood, then I would sand once more and paint again. If it is in fact grain, I recommend you use a grain filler like Aquacoat with a putty knife or credit card and fill those in, sand and paint. Finishing work is very tedious, I know. Good luck, hope it turns out great for you guys.
@@TrueGritDevelopment Thank you! Maybe I meant grain but given the smoothness of the cabinets, I believe it is not the case. When I swipe with the palm of my hand is totally smooth, but I can feel some small bumps in the wood. I will sand it again and continue the coats until I get the results we want. I do agree with you, finishing is a bit tedious, but the reward is amazing. I am confident we will get great results following your suggestions.
Best!
Love the video. Thanks for posting. Did you use satin sanding sealer?
Thank you and yes I did. Good luck with your project 👊🏼
Looks pretty professional to me .
Thank you!
Great info! Thank you. So I’m guessing that the sand sealer does away with the need for a primer paint?
For unfinished surfaces and IMO I’d say yes. The sealer binds the wood fibers, so it makes for a smoother surface to finish with the paint or stain. Not to confuse this with grain, it does not fill in grain. Some ppl were telling me their surfaces were still grainy. You need a grain filler for that. Anyway, if you are finishing a dark piece of wood that had previously been finished, I’d do with primer. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Amazing work! Wow!
Thank you! Glad you like it. Please like the video and share 👊🏼
I want to paint the entire cabinet inside and out. Is that not a good idea? I don't want the wood showing at all, but you only show having painted the doors and front, so I was wondering if there was a reason you didn't do the whole thing.
Typically you only want to paint the face and doors. Higher end cabinets will come painted all throughout, but that usually happens if you’re building from scratch. Lay out your panels and paint them before construction; otherwise, it’s a nightmare to get paint inside every nook and cranny of the cabinet box.
The paint you used, is it a hybrid? I've watched several videos and many talk about the hybrid paints. BM, Behr and Valspar.
Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge!
Also would you use the floetrol with these paints or the process in this video?
Hi, for this one I used the cabinet paint from Valspar. I am also used emerald from SW and plain paint as well. I’ve also used Floetrol before, in fact I have another video on my channel where I am refinishing a whole kitchen and I use Floetrol there. I would recommend using cabinet grade paint and Floetrol is always good, doesn’t hurt. I find that as long as you’re spraying you will get the best finish. Not sure what the hybrid paint is. Maybe it’s the water based paint with oil like characteristics? That is cabinet paint. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Thank you for this video. My wife and I are doing the exact same thing, sprayer and all. We used a primer first and just did our first paint coat over the primer. Did the wood imperfections still show through on the first coat?and how much did you thin your paint per jar? I'm at about two cap fulls so far
Good luck. What are you considering imperfections? If it’s chips, dents or grain, yes. You will see those regardless what you use. You will need a grain filler or wood filler to smooth out the surface. If it’s discoloration like tan or yellow, that will go away after your 2nd or third coat. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Hi! Love this video!!.. Wish I had seen it before installing the cabinets. I have put primer on one door already (as well as the boxes, which also have a very thin coat of paint in addition to the thin coat of primer).. can I put the sanding sealer over it? Or, do I need to sand the primer (and paint) off first..? Also, my cabinets are from Menards and do not have any veneer on them.. Do I need to put any kind of sealer *inside* the cabinets? It is raw wood.. and, how would you paint the boxes (which are already installed) themselves.. with a roller, or would you still use the sprayer? Thank you for any advice!!
Hi Davina, glad you like it. Unfortunately, sealer goes first, so yes to sanding primer and paint, sorry. I personally wouldn’t worry about sealing the inside box. One of the reasons the faces and doors are sealed is because they will get paint or a finish stain…etc. as far as painting the boxes (I assume you mean the faces of the boxes) a cabinet paint roller will do the trick as you don’t want to get paint on everything in the kitchen. Even though the Critter doesn’t have a lot of overspray, it will still get paint where not needed. I also recommend using a staining sponge/block if you’re going to seal the cabinets prior to painting as apposed to paint brush or roller to ensure even coverage. Good luck with your project! Pls share and like the video 👊🏽
Hi! Thank you for this video! My husband and I are renovating our first home and we've been following your steps to paint our kitchen cabinets. We've just put our 3rd coat of paint on and plan to put the polycrylic finish on today or tomorrow. Do we need to lightly sand the cabinets again before putting the finish on or can we put it on without lightly sanding? I want the paint finish to be solid and not have wood grain showing through on the corners.
Glad to hear it’s helpful. Do you have grain now? If you do, you will need to apply a grain filler. It depends how solid/smooth you want them to look. The cabinets I got for this job from Home Depot were very smooth and hardly showed any grain especially the door faces (the stiles and rails), so I only applies some wood filler here and there. If the grain is very light, paint will help fill it, but you’re better of using a grain filler like aquacoat. If you’re unsure, apply the finish to one cabinet and see how you like it. Hope this helps.
What was the key to covering up the wood grain? I LOVE how these turned out and would like to have a wood grain free look as you achieved!
Thank you! I am very happy with them as well. To clarify, these were unfinished from Home Depot. They do come smooth to the touch with no grain on the faces. The faces being the 1x2 stile and rail. The panels were also smoothish on the face, but grainy on the back. The wood sealer does fill in the fibers of the wood, it is NOT a grain filler. If your cabinets are grainy, like the old oak cabinets, you will need a grain filler such as Aquacoat. I am literally editing a video now where I use the grain filler on another kitchen project. Give me a few days and I should have that up. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Just wondering if you use a paint conditioner in the cabinet paint?
Nope. Do you mean like floetrol? I have used Floetrol in some projects, but not this one.
Awesome video, thankyou. I am having trouble with the polycrylic water based top coat. It is causing a cracking sensation on the cabinets. Do you have any tips or suggestions for me?
Thank you! Not sure what you mean by cracking sensation.
@@TrueGritDevelopmentAfter the paint coat, the finish was smooth and looked great. I placed the polycrylic coat on and after about an hour when I checked on the cabinets they had a crackle finish all throughout :/ If you have an email I can send you a picture. I am not sure if it was the low temperature in my garage or if I should have waiting multiple multiple days to make sure the paint dried before applying. Before applying the polycrylic to the cabinets, they appeared dry to the touch. Have you ever seen this?
The poly is cracking because the base coat wasn’t fully dry.
Thanks, that makes sense.
Do you sand the cabinets before you apply the polycrylic? And if you do, do you also sand in between the polycrylic coats ?
As needed with a very fine grit paper. Typically I’ll do my first coat, sand then my finish coat. If you’re spraying make sure you get full coverage with the poly. Because it’s very thin, you may need to overlap just make sure you’re at the right distance to avoid over spray.
@@TrueGritDevelopment okay thanks for the info
Also how long would you wait to apply the second coat
If you’re spraying you can do it fairly quickly. I would say cpl of hours if you’re sanding b/n coats (by sanding I mean gently and lightly). If you decide sanding isn’t necessary (you are satisfied with coverage and no over sprayed), you can come right back and apply second coat in 10-15 mins. Poly dries super fast especially when sprayed.
Excellent video!
Thank you very much!
Would you recommend using primer before painting if going with a dark color?
If you’re using the wood sealer, not necessarily. I would go right into paint and do 2-3 coats.
@@TrueGritDevelopment thank you sir. And thanks for this video. It was extremely helpful.
Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching 👊🏼
Excellent video, could you tell me what kind of gun you use to paint?
Thank you! I use the Critter siphon gun.
I wish I had watched your video before I did my cabinet. My cabinet has so many flex on it after spraying it. I did not use the sand prep had no idea about it. I have tried sanding it and repainting with my sprayer and it still comes up with a lot of flex… any suggestions?
Hi, sorry for some reason I am just seeing this message. What do you mean by flex?
Hi there! Today we were quoted just over $2000 for someone to paint our cabinets 🤯 needless to say, we’ll be doing it ourselves! Does the process change much to paint old cabinets? We definitely want to sand them beforehand. I love the finish that you got, definitely getting a critter siphon.
You’re going to save a lot of $$. I have painted many finished cabinets before. Honestly, you don’t have to sand them either IMO. Just give them a good clean to make sure no grease or caked dirt is on them. If they are already finished, you can skip the sanding sealer part and go right to paint. I don’t prime either because in my experience as long as you finish them with a protective finish you will be good. You will love the Critter, just practice on some scrap pieces to get the hang of it. Good luck with your project. Please like and share the video 👊🏽
Beautiful job ! Wow. Can you please tell me what kind of air compressor and size you used? Thanks. Will be doing mine just like yours
Thank you! I use a 6 gal pancake compressor from Dewalt. I’ve had this compressor for 4 yrs, no problems. I think any compressor will do though. Good luck and thanks for watching. Please like and share 👊🏽
@@TrueGritDevelopment thanks 🙏🏻
First off, great video! Some brilliant things in there. The hooks! Huge time saver. I'm about to buy the paint (already sanded and sealed and it's clear that I have a great surface to paint - with minimal time/effort so far). Just noticed you use an oil based paint - can I sue a water based, or is the oil for kitchen cabinets a far superior choice?
Thanks for the positive feedback! I can’t take all the credit for the hooks, check out the Idaho Painter. Anyway, the paint I used is a oil enriched enamel, not quite oil paint, but has similar characteristics yet cleans up with water and soap. You can use water based paint with no problem. Good luck! Thanks for watching and supporting 👊🏼
I only have 3 cabinets to paint, DIY built in shelves, so I'm not sure a sprayer is a reasonable purchase for us for such a small job. Are you able to suggest brush and/or roller to use? I'm sure it won't be as beautiful but trying to do the best work we can. Thanks!!!
Sure. Grab a super soft bristle paint brush for the rails and stiles and use a cabinet roller (the white thin ones) for the flat surfaces. I also recommend cabinet grade paint. I have also used floetrol in the past to extend drying time, which allows the paint to spread more evenly. You may find it necessary to sand b/n coats (220 or finer sand paper). Hope this helps.
Wow super informative thank you!
Does applying the polyacrylic help the the cabinets from feeling tacky or sticky from the paint and help prevent skuffs?
Glad you like it. I have always used the water based poly and the results were outstanding, no tackiness and no scuffs. I have just bought the oil based poly, but haven’t used it yet. If you have the water based Poly, you should feel confident. However, it’s imperative to get an even coat. If you’re spraying, be sure to stand back at least 10” and use a fan technique. I personally hate brushing this stuff on. Hope this answers your question. Please like and share the video 👊🏽
@@TrueGritDevelopment Thank you so much for the quicky reply! Love the advice :D
Can you give us a step-by-step Time line how long did you wait between the sealer, paint and poly sealer?
Beginning to do this project and using your process.
Thank you
For sealer apply first coat then 2nd coat right away, wait 2 hrs before you sand it. If you’re spraying paint, by the time you’re finished your 1st coat, you’ll be ready for 2nd. Sand it lightly before applying your final coat. Spray the poly, sand if necessary (I often skip this step) then apply 2nd coat. No need to wait between applications because spray paint (using critter) will dry fast enough. Obviously room temperatures and humidity play a part, so for example, if you still see wet paint spots or wet poly spots then wait a while longer before applying additional coats. Usually the 2nd and 3rd coats will take longer to dry since wood has already beed saturated. Hope this helps.
What is the ratio of sanding sealer to water to dilute for your sprayer. I'm using a warner flexio 590 sprayer. TIA
Don’t dilute the sealer. It’s thin as is.
Great vid, thanks for sharing
My pleasure, glad you like it 👊🏼
Does the finished cabinet still feel the same as the unfinished cabinets or do they now feel like real smooth cabinets? Like laminate cabinets or professional done cabinets.
Very gd question. They are certainly smoother, but I won’t say as smooth as laminate. I would recommend several more coats of paint, if that’s the goal. The poly definitely adds a professional sheen to the cabinets.
Seen you sanded after sealer and you already answered a previous question that you didn’t sand before sealer.
Did you sand after first coat of paint or only second coat?
Any significant difference in applying wood filler after first coat of paint compared to second? Feel like having two coats over wood filler would be ideal instead of one, just curious though.
I would lightly sand after each coat of paint; however, feel the finish as you may not needed after the third/final coat of paint. I would also apply the wood filler as early as possible, so you achieve the same finish throughout. Hope this answers your questions. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Hi :) First, thank you so much for posting this informational video! Second, I fully admit whatever happened is probably me not doing something right...
This did not work for me at all. My cabinets were the unfinished ones but the previous owner painted them. You could still see and feel the grain so I used the sealer (same in the video) and I felt like it was doing a good job filling the grain but needed another coat so I did 3 coats total (sanding 220 in between). Then sprayed my first coat of paint (with the critter and same paint you used in the video) and it looks like I didn't use the sealer at all. You can still see all of the grains. What did I do wrong? Thanks!
Thanks! Sorry your cabinets didn’t come out as you hoped. So, the sealer is used to fill in pores in the fiber of the wood, not wood grain. The cabinets I used in this video were from Home Depot and they come flat/sanded. If you have grainy wood cabinets you will need to use a grain filler. Aqua coat is one you can try, it’s water based and easy to use. Unfortunately, wood grain fillers should be used first before paint/stain. If your cabinets are grainy and you want them smooth I am afraid you’ll have to sand them back to bare wood and start over, sorry. I suggest you do that on a small cabinet face like a drawer and determine if you want to do it for the whole project. Hope this answers your question.
Great video! What did you do with the holes from the hooks?
Thanks! I leave the holes as is since no one can see them. Bottom doors get the hooks at the bottom and top doors get hooks on top.
Thank you for the video! You have inspired me to possibly go this route for a kitchen remodel. Can I ask what size air compressor you use for your critter cyphon spray gun?
Glad you found it helpful! Definitely practice first on scrap wood though to get a feel for it. I use a pancake compressed with a max 165 PSI, I think it’s a 6 gal capacity electric compressor. Good luck with your project. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
@@TrueGritDevelopment Thank you!! I will definitely practice as I have never used one before!
Well done!
Thank you 🙏
Nice! Thank you so much for the tutorial. Was there a reason for wood filler after the second coat of paint? Or can you do it before the sanding primer?
Glad you found it helpful. Good question, you can certainly use wood filler prior to sealing the wood. I have done it both ways and I can’t decide which is best or not. I also had to make panels for this project and I used wood filler first because they were much rougher to begin with. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching, good luck with your project 👊🏼
Thank you so much for this video❣️🎯❣️
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching and supporting 👊🏼
Hi thanks for the super helpful videos. Did you use any primer or just went straight to the cabinet paint? Also do you think for finishing you could use poly acrylic from a spray paint can or would you not recommend that ?
You welcome, thanks for watching. Straight to paint after sand sealer. From a can is ok, it may cost you more and put some stress on your hand from depressing the can nozzle for a while. If you’re only doing a cpl cabinets it should not be a big deal, but if you’re doing a bigger project just consider everything. Hope that helps. Good luck with your project👊🏼
@@TrueGritDevelopment thank you for the speedy response if I already primed it with BIN shellac base primer will that hurt anything
No, that’s ok. No need to use stain sealer either since u primed. You may want to sand before applying paint.
@@TrueGritDevelopment will do thank you !
I did the same thing that you did with the hooks and the doors, but i did miss the Clear coat,,,,
Best way IMO to hit both sides in same day!
This video helped me make up my mind about painting my unfinished laundry cabinets.
Do you think this technique would work with a stain, also? I'm thinking the sealer + stain would get the natural wood color, and the poly would give me the finish?
Glad it did. If you’re staining, I suggest using a stain pad. You may also consider using an oil finish. But to answer your question, yes. Thanks for watching and supporting 👊🏼
If we are using a primer first, do you recommend we use the wood filler for the gaps before we paint or once we apply color?
I would fill in the gaps first then paint.
I just bought unfinished cabinets from lowes and immediately painted them. Do you think I need to go back and put on the sanding sealer or I can just go ahead and seal them with the poly?
Too late for sanding sealer. If you’re happy with the results, go ahead and finish them with the poly.
great job!! so no need for primer, eh?
Not in this application since the wood is unfinished. I would use primer on old cabinets before painting. Oil primer would be best, if you were to use it, but I personally hate it for its odor and it’s hard to clean. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Hi, thank you for the helpful video! I’ve heard that polyacrylic would yellow over time? Is this true?
Mmm…not in my experience.
Great. Thank you so much for the reply! I’m currently following your tutorial to the T, thank you so much for sharing this! Wondering if you waited the full 24 hours between coats of paint?? Also, how long did you wait to apply the poly after the last coat of paint?
Since I sprayed the paint, I didn’t have to wait more than 1-2 hrs. b/n coats. The 3rd coat I had to wait longer since the wood was already saturated. You can Poly as soon as the 3rd coat dries, prob 2 hrs or so.
Great info. What kind of paint did you use? Was it satin? Is it oil based or just regular interior paint?
Thank you! This is Satin paint and I used the Valspar cabinet paint. It’s a water based paint with oil like characteristics. It makes for better adhesion and finish. Good luck with your project 👊🏼
Hi! Can you link to the spray gun you are using? I was going to paint mine with an airless sprayer, but this gun looks like it would be easier to use.
Here it is:
Critter Spray Products 22032 118SG Siphon Gun a.co/d/ev4ZogH
It’s amazing how expensive it got. I remember purchasing mine for $30. It’s worth it IMO.
Hi, great video! Do you have any tips for painting the sides of the cabinets that are not real wood? I just bought unfinished project source cabinets from Lowe’s and the sides appear to be some sort of mdf. I don’t know if there’s veneer on them but it does look a little shiny. Primer and then paint? Thank you!
Thank you. It’s prob veneered OSB board. Yea, prime it and paint it. It will prob be rough, so sand after priming for sure. Good luck 👊🏼
Thank you! I’m onto the paint step now and unfortunately the critter keeps “spitting” my paint. Any tips? I’m wondering if there’s an issue with the nozzle or maybe I need to up the psi
Ok, in my experience the Critter will spit paint under two conditions: 1. The paint is running low in the mason jar, 2. The nozzle needs cleaning or there is dry paint stuck. I typically will have a needle handy and sometimes I remove the nozzle to make sure nothing is blocking the hole. BTW any tiny particular can block the air flow you will be surprised. Hope this helps.
Thanks for all your help! I’ll try cleaning the nozzle but also did find that it wasn’t perfectly centered to where the air comes out so twisting that helped a little. Happy I found your video! Can’t wait for this cabinet project to be done 👏
Glad I could help.
I just bought and painted unfinished cabinets and don’t like the way they look after 2 coats. They weren’t sanded or anything. What steps can I take to have a better look after already painting. I wish I would have saw this video beforehand.
Are they too grainy? You can use grain filler (3 coats) and repaint. I have a video using grain filler.
Yes, very grainy!
Thank you
Hello, what color did you use , love the color.
Thanks! It’s Mindful Gray.
as per the directions on the back of the sanding sealer it says that its only meant to be used on surfaces that will only be finished with a clear coat. have you noticed any issues/problems since you use paint? thanks
Nope, no problems and it looks amazing. You had me go back to directions on container: “ designed for use on projects that will not be stained, only coated with a clear protective finish.” However, it does NOT say NOT to use paint as a finish coat. That could be open to interpretation. In my case I used it as a sealer to provide a smoother surface on which to paint. The paint had no problem adhering to the surface and the results were fantastic. I will most definitely do it again. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
amazing. thank you!
@@TrueGritDevelopment
Hello again. So I finally used my critter gun. I sprayed black kitchen/cabinet paint thinned a bit with floetrol, set it to 30-35psi but noticed it was spitting a lot. What do u think I should do to fix issue. Also- what psi did you use when spraying the valspar paint and what position did you have your nozzle? Thank you so much.
Hi, from my experience the spitting happens when the paint runs low inside the mason jar. If it’s spitting when there is enough paint in the jar, it could be something blocking the paint inside the syphon tube like paint slime or debris. Also, if the paint builds up outside the nozzle, it could cause spitting. I set my psi b/n 40-50 depending on the paint. I take a few practice runs on cardboard or scrap wood first. I set my nozzle all the way down, so I get more paint out. Hope this answers your question.
@@TrueGritDevelopment thank you so much for the prompt feedback 🙏🏽
How much do you think the valspar paint?? What size compressor are you using? SCFM of your compressor?
Hi, by how much you mean how many gallons or how much did it cost? As for compressor, I am using a 6 gal Dewalt compressor. No clue what the SCFM is on it. I am pretty sure you can find that info online. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
I’ve painted this type of cabinet before but I found the texture of them, rough, so I had to sand beforehand. Regardless, I should apply the sealer after sanding?
Yes, I would.
Hi. So you used a sealer before painting. I too, in order for the color I want, must use unfinished wood.
So after the sealer..right to paint ?? No primer??
Yep, straight to paint after sealer. Use cabinet paint for better adhesion. Also, make sure you use clear coat for added protection. Hope this helps. Good luck with your project. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Thank you for your prompt response.. my poor husband..lol
I saw you used the poly coat . Definitely will. I'm only wondering since ripping out all the old, hang cabinets first then spray ..Garage is empty..so can spray then hang..just not sure which first! Advice?
If you are covering the floors and will paint the walls, then hang them and spray. If not, spray the cabinets first, but you must be gentle when handling them. Paint requires time to fully cure. I hung mine the next day, but I was careful. No jewelry and no sharp objects around. Good luck!👍🏼
Amazing video!!! I have several brand-new harbor freight HVLP smaller paint guns. I want to use them for my cabinets and follow your process. What is a good PSI for the sanding sealer, the paint, and the poly? Also did you sand between the coats of poly?
Thank you! PSIs: 20, 40-50 and 20 in your order. I would recommend spraying a piece of scrap or cardboard to make sure you’re comfortable with those settings. I didn’t sand b/n poly. Thanks for watching! Pls consider liking the video and/or subbing to channel, much appreciated 👊🏼
@@TrueGritDevelopment Thanks so much for the help! I just clicked like and subscribe - keep up the amazing work!
Much appreciated…good luck with your project 👍🏼
Great video/ tutorial. Really appreciate it. I was in the market in buying a sprayer, to paint some furnitures de cabinets,(most likely the Homeright Finish max) but I feel like I would have a lot more control with this critter spray you are using. I’ve never heard of the sanding sealer but would love to try it. I do have a few questions hope you can answer- Did you thin out the sanding sealer, latex paint and polycrylic? If so, with what? Thank you.
Oh and what type of finish are you using in your latex paint? Satin? Semi gloss?
Glad you found the video helpful! The critter does have some limitations when it comes to big coverage like a panel or cabinet box, but IMO nothing beats it when it comes to spraying stiles and rails on cabinets doors, trim and even deck spindles. It is by far the easiest spray gun to clean too. You do not need to thin the sealer or the poly. The paint may need thinning depending on how thick it is. In this project I didn’t thin, but raised the PSI. Honestly, I would try it as is on a piece of cardboard. If you feel it isn’t flowing smoothly, go ahead and add some water, very little. Hope this helps, thanks for watching and supporting 👊🏼
@@TrueGritDevelopment sorry one more thing- what finish did you use on latex paint? Satin? Semi gloss? Thanks.
Sure, paint and poly in Satin. It’s just my preference as I don’t like too much sheen.
Will the water mix with the oil based enamel? I am using the exact paint you are using in this video, but the critter will not spray. I thought that it was plugged, but I ran paint thinner through it and it was cleared out.
I wanted to keep my raw light wood look and just get a clear coat without reading I got a polyurethane warm satin I’m hoping it will dry lighter because they are golden color now which I hate!
Oh man, I wouldn’t think a warm satin will add any color.
What air compressor do you use?
I got the Dewalt pancake
Did you water down the paint before putting it in mason jar?
Depends. Cabinet paint is thicker, so yes. I eye ball it. Add little at a time, mix and test spray. I don’t water down regular paint.
Can I spray with a regular electric spray painter instead of critter?
Sure. Depending on which sprayer you may experience heavy over spray, so be mindful of that.
@@TrueGritDevelopment thank you!
What is the process of cleaning the critter between different sand sealer, paint, finish?
Have a mason jar with clean water, hook up critter like you do for paint and spray the water to clean the critter.
Great video!!!!!!!
Thanks! Appreciate the feedback 👊🏼
What pressure did you set the compressor to spray the paint. You mentioned 30psi for sealer and finish. Thanks for the information. All good stuff
For paint I go up to 50 and sometimes 60. Make sure you test it before hand on a scrap piece or cardboard to make sure you’re getting good pressure. Also, make sure to keep the nozzle free and clear of any build up paint. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
@@TrueGritDevelopment thanks man, keep up the good work
We are doing the same thing in our kitchen. What is the durability of this finish like? Do you thin the paint at all when using this sprayer?
That’s awesome. No issues at all with mine. The protective finish is key to extend the durability. These are unfinished cabinets, so the paint sticks better than previously finished cabinets. If you’re refinishing old cabinets, make sure you prime them good before applying paint for better adhesion. I did not think the paint. Good luck 👍🏼
@@TrueGritDevelopment thanks for the info! We are doing the unfinished stock cabinets from Home Depot. I’ve used that polycrylic on other stuff and it seems to work well.
It’s going to look great! BTW I’ve recently used the emerald paint from SW and it’s amazing, but soo expensive. Worth it since you’re saving on labor. Goes on super smooth.
I followed your all steps on video and unfinished painted cabinet doors are still grainy after poly. How many times do I apply all the poly? Did not water it down I used to spray gun and unfortunately did not get yr your results. Help.
My unfinished cabinets were from Home Depot and they were sanded smooth, so I didn’t need to use any grain filler. When you say grainy, are these deep grains? I’d they are, you have to use grain filler to smooth them out (I am uploading another video soon). If the wood is smooth, you shouldn’t see grains maybe a shadow of them, but they shouldn’t stand out. If you aren’t happy with the results, you can either use a grain filler or even a joint compound and spread it evenly scraping off all the access, sand and paint. Deeper grains will need 2-3 coats. It will dry quick, so you apply 2 coats of filler in one day easy. I use Aquacoat and or Minwax wood filler depending on the application. Hope this helps.
So this sand sealer fills all the wood grain? Also what did you do on the inside of the cabinets?
No, the sand sealer seals the wood fibers and provides a smoother surface for the paint to adhere to. These cabinet faces were smooth enough for what I was looking for. If you wanted a wood grain filler, you need to get a special wax or wood filler. You don’t paint the inside of the cabinets only the face trim. I have another video detailing the painting process: ruclips.net/video/3O-gEEK_t9s/видео.html
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How much did you dilute the paint? Thanks!
Only slightly, I don’t measure. I usually use very little water if any.
do you sand it before you apply the sealer, that is a bug question I have, thank you
No. Even though these are unfinished cabinets, they come sanded. You can certainly sand them if you like, but not needed. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 👊🏽 pls share and like.
@@TrueGritDevelopment thank you and yes help a lot because I go to paint s9me tomorrow,,,again thank you
How are these golding up im curious iv always been told you cant use water based over oil based
They’re great. I posted a picture on my Instagram account back in September of 2022 and they still look the same
instagram.com/p/CiqAAOluAYu/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
How long did this project take you? What was the dry time in between coats?
Both good questions. I’ll start with the east one. It takes very little time b/n coats if you are spraying. In fact, by the time you are done with the set of cabinets, you can immediately go back for a second coat. Once you have 3 coats on, it takes a little longer for dry time. As far as sanding, you will have to wait at least a few hrs.
It’s hard to say how long the project took. It depends on how many cabinets…etc. for this project it took 2-3 days I believe. Only because I filled in some imperfections and sanded between coats. Hope this answers your questions. Thanks for watching and supporting 👊🏼
I hired a guy… he messed up my custom made cabinets!! Could that be fixed? I want to re paint them my self now 😢
What did he do? How did he mess them up? If they are made from wood, then yes. If they are MDF or veneer, I am afraid not. Tell me more please.
Dont you get overspray and misted paint all over all the other stuff in your garage?
Not with the critter. I did get some on items that were super close (within 2 feet). I suggest you move items further. I was able to wipe the misted paint as it’s water based paint. The critter has very little over spray unlike air sprayers. If you keep PSI below 50, you’re gd. For stains and clear coat I go to 20-30 PSI. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
@@TrueGritDevelopment It does! Thank you.
Do you have a video for repainting cabinets?
Yes, starting minute 2 I go over everything. These are finished cabinets, so it’s same process for painted ones:
ruclips.net/video/3O-gEEK_t9s/видео.htmlsi=nVULvp9LkjR4oIJN
Any primer? If so did you have it tinted to the color?
Negative. Sanding sealer on unfinished wood would do the trick.
Why you didn't use primer?
Sand sealer is thinner and works its ways through the wood fibers better when used on unfinished surfaces, so it makes for a smoother base. It also dries faster. I use primer on finished surfaces.
Does the critter gun hook up to a basic compressor?
Yes
Can you use a brush or roller for polyacrylic and sealer sander?
Sure, I’d go with a roller for an even coat. You will need to cut with brush and roll flat surfaces with roller. Only issue is the coating may not be even.
Is the cabinet/furniture paint satin or semi-gloss?
I like Satin, but that’s a personal preference. I only use Satin.
How do ypu paint the inner part of the cabinets? Did you paint the whole inside?
Hi, only paint the face trim. I left a link to another video where I detail out how I protect the inside before I paint the face. You never paint the whole inside. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Hey there, I have a critter and I’m using Extreme bond primer. The sprayer just spits and I can’t get an even spray. Do I have any suggestions?
Hi, I noticed this happens when there is paint build up on the screw on portion of the syphon pipe. Unscrew the nozzle and use a small bristle brush to clean all the build up. You can also dip it in paint thinner for a few minutes and brush it. Also, sometimes while you’re painting and pausing, paint builds up at the nozzle, so be sure to wipe it as u go, I simply use my finger to wipe it off. If you have Flotrol, you can use that in your mixture, it may help too. Let me know if that works.
Thanks for the response! I did as u suggested and got it to spray pretty good for a good minute. I was able to finish seven cabinet doors. But Im starting to think this paint just might be too thick! I used 4 cap full of the floetrol and it just keeps clogging up to point where nothing comes out. I won’t start in the kitchen until I figure something out. Which primer do u use?
Yes, looks like the primer may be too thick. What PSI you on? I would go up to 60 PSI. Primers are stickier in general, so you will always have a harder time. Increasing PSI may help. Oil based primers are best, but they do smell (use a mask). Alternatively, you can use a water based Kilz primer. I have another video where I paint finished kitchen cabinets, check it out. Hope this helps.
After I have applied the sealer it doesn’t seem to smooth out after sanding as much as it was before the sealer and I don’t want to sand to much and remove all the sealer! Should I use a wood filler to make sure it’s smooth before painting and just sand more?
You’re painting unfinished wood? And after you applied the sealer, it’s rougher than when you started? Something isn’t right. After applying the sealer and sanding, you should have a smoother surface. Keep in mind the sealer doesn’t fill in the wood grain, so if you’re feeling the grain that’s normal, nothing the sealer can do about that. Is this what you’re referring to, the grain?
@@TrueGritDevelopment yes I suppose so. I Feel more grain than I felt before. Just feels if I painted now it would be/look bumpy.
Where did you get your cabinets? The grain doesn’t go away unless you use a grain filler. I’ve used Aquacoat, wood filler and joint compound in the past. It’s a tedious process, but can be worth it. The paint doesn’t eliminate the grain either.
Purchased them from Lowe’s! Unfinished cabinets. Ok thank you. That helps. Yours looked so smooth after u were done so I assumed maybe I was doing something wrong. Maybe I will try the wood filler. 😊
Ok. I didn’t have to use grain filler on mine. Perhaps the Lowe’s ones aren’t as smooth as HD? For your peace of mind and future reference, you may want to check out the HD ones to compare 🤷🏻♂️. Sorry you’re not getting the results you want so far.
Hi! Can you do all these steps and get a similar finish with paint brush and rollers ?
That’s a great question. I have used a “cabinet” roller on flat surfaces and it looks great, so yes on flat surfaces. The concern is when you have stiles and rails with designs the brush tends to leave too much paint and you may see drips here and there. If you have to, I would suggest and really gd quality paint brush and do the non flat surfaces first. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
@@TrueGritDevelopment thanks so much for answering I’m gonna give it a try on our kitchen cabinets your video helped me tremendously
Awesome! Good luck with your project.
@rubyrodriguez205 how did they come out? Debating whether I should invest in the critter or roll it out?
Where do you get that gun?
Amazon…they went up in price! I think they’re around $50 now.
How would you finish the inside of these cabinets if they are going in a bathroom?
Hi, any inside you mean the box? The box doesn’t need to be finished. If you notice I taped the inside so to not get paint on it. I hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching 👊🏼
Any suggestions since I’ve seemed to have already started off wrong?
You can always sand them down and apply a grain filler to get a smoother look.
Thank you! After the grain filler do I paint again then apply the poly?
Yes. Did you sand between paint applications? Liquid brings up the wood fibers. You may want to sand first (light sanding), apply filler and then paint/poly
Is the sanding sealer ok to use on veneer cabinets?
Unfortunately, you cannot use sand sealer on any finished product. You will have to prime it.
Why pressure did you use for your paint?
40-50 PSI depending on how thin paint is. Hope this helps.