How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets in a Mobile Home
Painting cabinets is a quick way to change the look of your kitchen, especially in a mobile home, where kitchens usually account for a large portion of the living space. Painting cabinets in a mobile home is similar to painting cabinets in a traditional home, but making a few adjustments to accommodate the smaller space will make the process safer and give you a better result. Choosing an appropriate color and allowing for proper ventilation will ensure your kitchen cabinets look great and brighten up your home. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Screwdriver
- Masking tape
- Sandpaper (optional)
- Paint stripper (optional)
- Paint
- Paintbrush
- Plastic drop cloths
- Painter's tape
Instructions
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Use a screwdriver to remove the doors from your cabinets, and use masking tape to mark each door so you know where the door goes after painting.
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Take all the hardware off the doors and keep all your screws and hardware in a safe place, being careful not to lose any small pieces.
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Sand the doors to remove the existing finish or smooth rough spots, if necessary. If desired, use a paint stripper to remove the old paint.
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Wash your cabinets with a damp rag to remove dust, grease or other grime.
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Take the doors outside to paint them. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for allowing the paint to dry and applying multiple coats.
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Put down plastic drop cloths to cover your counters in case any paint drips. Use painter's tape to cover the walls surrounding your cabinets and to prevent an uneven paint line.
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Paint the body of your cabinets. Keep as many doors and windows open as possible, to encourage fresh airflow.
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Allow the paint to dry thoroughly, then remove the painter's tape and drop cloths.
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Screw all the hardware back on the cabinet doors, and screw the doors securely in their original position. Be sure they open and close easily.
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Tips & Warnings
Choose lighter or neutral paint shades, rather than bright or dark colors, which will put emphasis on your cabinets and make your kitchen feel smaller. Find a color that works with the decor in the rest of your mobile home and will complement your kitchen without dominating it.
Wet paint gives off fumes, which can be overwhelming and even dangerous inside a restricted space like a mobile home. Ventilate your kitchen with fresh air while you paint.
