How to Apply Copper Sheets to Cupboard Doors
Cupboard doors can be updated easily with the addition of beautiful light gauge copper sheeting. By removing the insert in the middle portion of the cupboard door, you can transform the look of your cabinets with a copper sheet addition. The patina of the copper sheeting will deepen with time and get even more beautiful. Look for most of the materials for this project at your local home improvement center. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Gloves
- Light 36-gauge patina copper sheets
- Heavy duty scissors
- Sheet of vinyl the size of cupboard face or insert
- Laminate roller
- Contact cement
- Small sponge roller
Instructions
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Put on your gloves, then remove the insert portion of your cupboard fronts.
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Lay the copper sheeting on a flat surface and cut to size to fit the insert section of your cupboards, leaving a little overlap on all of the edges. Cut enough sheeting to cover all the surfaces you have chosen. The nicer side of the copper should face down.
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Lay the piece of vinyl over the copper sheeting and roll the laminate roller over the vinyl and sheeting to remove wrinkles from the copper.
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Lay the copper sheeting on a flat surface with the wrong side facing up. Apply a thin coat of contact cement to the wrong side of the copper using the sponge roller.
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Apply a thin coat of contact cement to the front portion of the cabinet insert. Allow to sit for a few minutes so it becomes tacky. Carefully press the cabinet insert onto the surface of the copper sheeting and press down gently ensuring that it has adhered properly. Let dry completely.
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Once dry, trim or fold over the copper sheet edges. Re-attach the cupboard insert into the cupboard frame.
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Tips & Warnings
Wear gloves to protect your hands when cutting the copper sheeting. Work in a well-ventilated area.
