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Remove cabinet doors and hardware, including pulls, hinges, catches and stops. Store the hardware in a safe place so pieces don’t get lost
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Remove dust, ideally by blowing with compressed air, and then wipe with a tack cloth before proceeding with each coat.
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I used Benjamin Moore’s Impervo alkyd-base enamel mixed with Flood’s Penetrol leveling additive. Follow the manufacturer’s directions when mixing the paint and the additive.
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Apply paint with the grain. Cover recesses first; then work from the inside out.
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To speed the job, apply paint to broad, flat areas with a high-density foam roller and follow up with a brush.
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Be vigilant to catch drips, especially at recessed corners.
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Working while the doors are laid flat reduces the risk of drips, but check for them and for paint buildup a few minutes after you’ve finished. Smooth out any imperfections with the tip of the brush.
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Almost done!
Finish Line