How to Disguise Stained or Marred Cabinetry

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Home repair can be costly, confusing, and even frustrating, especially if you don't "own" your home. Many landlords don't allow their tenants to make certain types of home repair. The problem is, they don't want to make the repairs either. That leaves tenants scratching their head, trying to figure out a way to make their rented home as comfortable and inviting as possible.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Stained or marred cabinetry
Paint (appropriate to the type of cabinetry)
Stencil(s)
Paint brush(es)
Stencil brush(es)
Removable colored craft tape
Removable peel and stick designs
Removable paper border
Faux granite
Faux marble
Web paint
Blackboard paint

How to Disguise Stained or Marred Cabinetry

Step1

Clean the cabinetry. Sometimes, with the right type of cleansers, a bit of cleaning can help reduce the look of stains or mars so that is always the best place to start. Plus, most of the other ideas listed in the steps here are dependent upon a clean cabinet surface.

Step2

Cover the stained or marred cabinetry with paint. It the cabinets in question are not your own property, you will need to get your landlord's approval before moving forward. Consider using a primer beforehand to ensure that the paint will adhere properly. Choose paint that matches the remainder of the cabinet (if that is the purpose) and that is made for the cabinetry's medium.You can also use paint to make a design (like a stripe or a shape) that will cover the stain or mar. You might even choose to use a complimentary or contrasting color.

Step3

Stencil a design onto the cabinetry that will cover up the stain or the mar. Or, cover the cabinetry stain or mar with colored "removable" craft tape, in a planned stripe, geometric, or free-form design. Although such tapes come in limited colors (primary shades, neutrals, and metallics), one of the available colors might fit your kitchen or bathroom decor colors. Be sure to choose a type of tape that is easily cleanable.

Step4

Cover the cabinetry stain or mar with "removable" peel and stick designs, many of which can be purchased at local craft, discount, and dollar stores. Chances are you can find a design that blends in well with your kitchen or bathroom. Be sure to choose a medium that is easily cleanable without damaging its design.

Step5

Cover the cabinetry stain or mar with a "removable" paper border that matches the design of your kitchen or bathroom. Make to choose a type that can be easily cleaned without damaging the border or its design.

Step6

Cover the total cabinet or any portion thereof with textured medium such as faux granite, marble, or blackboard. If your choice of texture is not available in a "removable" form, you will need to acquire permission to make such cabinetry changes if those in question are not your own. Texture can be applied in a planned or free-form design as well as over the entire cabinet surface. However, you will need to premark the areas where you plan to apply the texture before beginning the process. Both faux granite and marble come in spray paint and kit form that can be purchased at most craft stores. Follow the instructions in the chosen kit to apply the texture appropriately. You can also create your own marbeling effect with craft web paint that is available at most craft stores and can be applied over virtually any type of surface. Blackboard paint comes in both spray and paint on form. Be sure to follow the chosen product's instructions to the letter.