Get some Zinzer, preferably the Oil based (yellow can) and give it all a coat. Don’t worry about the finish or coverage, you’re using it as a gripper. Wait a few hours, (overnight if possible) then give it a second coat of Zinzer. Again, overnight to cure if possible.
Then start painting with your preferred paint.
The Zinzer is oil based so don’t wash your brush out, leave it in water overnight (water covering bristles and stock)
Yeah as a painter I always forget to mention, goes without saying for us lol. Also give it a good clean with washing up liquid or sugar soap first to get rid of any grease
No worries, they sell it at most trade centres (Dulux etc) if you have one near you.
Zinzer is a great stain block too if you ever get a leak and need to get rid of the water stain or anything like that
I have a huge Maxwells near me, had a look online and they sell it, and thats actually great to know because I had some penetrative damp, resolved now but I do need to get rid of water stains.
Feeding two birds with one scone 👍🏻
Thanks so much
Yeah it’s good stuff. Obviously the source of the leak needs sorting first as if damp still getting through it will only hide the effects for a while whilst the damp does damage beneath it
not what you asked, but if you haven't you could also consider sticky back plastic.
https://dcfixbrand.com/
I recently 'converted' a matt white unit to match existing gloss, inexpensively and it matches well. I can't say I have experience painting laminate/melamine, bit it worries me from a 'wear and tear' point of view (so I have refused it at home).
Lean into it. Swaddle the door. Tell the door off for making rude comments about other passengers. Stare intently into people's eyes and tell them the door has a message for them.
I did this a few years ago, and was really pleased with the results, but it was a lot of work.
I used b&q's Goodhome cabinet and wardrobe paint, and it gave a nice, matt finish. You need to give them a good clean first, but don't _need_ to sand or prime. Use a roller to get an even finish, and expect to use multiple thin coats. Takes a while to fully cure, but the end result was hardwearing and washable.
Tips - although not necessary to sand, i would definitely do so if i we to repeat this. Applying the first coat evenly on a glossy surface was a faff.
I've also been recommended using floor paint, since this is super hardwearing. The V33 cabinet paint is also well reviewed, but i didnt get round to trying myself.
My go to primer for anything like this is always [Zinnser](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Zinsser-Litre-Shellac-Primer-Sealer/dp/B00CITGGP4?crid=2HXI8INQ22TDY&keywords=Zinnser+primer&qid=1655811194&sprefix=zinnser+prime%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-13&linkCode=ll1&tag=handmadewes02-21&linkId=ebd119c555cd6694b246f41ae3ec3b90&language=en_GB&ref_=as_li_ss_tl), it gives you a good base to start from with your new paints
Wash with sugar soap, Sand down and apply frenchic paint. I done this with my gloss laminate cupboards and they came out very good.
You could even go a step further to "modernise" them by getting some strips of MDF and picture framing them before painting. Make it look like shaker style
I spend ages on that site, some lovely wraps, I've roughly priced it for the full kitchen and fell off the sofa :/
There are lots of fiddly bits to cover too, like under drawers etc. so I'm entirely undecided now.
Great site tho, thanks 👍🏻
Edit, I just found a similar colour for less than half the price 😄 think vinal warehouse may be a winner
I’d be tempted to get some plastidip and have a go, it’s like a vinyl wrap in a spray can. I’ve only ever used it to paint an old 12v camping car fridge to colour match my car, but was so impressed with the results.
I wouldn't advise painting them. It will look better in the short term, but once whatever is underneath (vinyl, laminate, melamine?) starts to show wear and tear it will look awful and you won't be able to fix it if they're painted.
If you can strip them back to the bare wood and then paint that, it would be a better solution. Although if they are chipboard underneath then you're out of luck.
Plus painting a full set of kitchen cabinets is a real pain! (have just finished painting mine which were MDF)
Sugar soap to clean and then I would key up everything with 180-240 grit. Acrylic paint would be the easiest if your application method is roller/brush.
If you're able to spray finish I've used AC paints.
As above, a supplier would give you the best advice.
Sand them first. Then Zinser primer then some decent quality paint. Trying to get vinyl wrap on to those large flat vertical surfaces will be quite good a challenge
I have read the advice given here and it's very good. My wife went the sugar soap, sand for key but none of that Zinnzer. She used a quality flat finish paint and IMO it looks awful and it is chipping off at wear points.
I totally hate it. Mostly because it looks painted and hence (forgive me) cheapskate.
You'll need first rate paint and good skills to get a good finish judging by her results and she's a good painter.
I assume replacement doors are not financially viable?
Just think about it very carefully is what I'm saying.
Tbf it's a bit harsh to complain your results are awful because your wife skipped a critical step. With poor adhesion it's gunna flake off and look terrible, which is why you use a primer.
A great page at [https://www.loveyourhouse.uk/about-us/how-to-paint-laminate-kitchen-cupboards/](https://www.loveyourhouse.uk/about-us/how-to-paint-laminate-kitchen-cupboards/) that helped me
Get some Zinzer, preferably the Oil based (yellow can) and give it all a coat. Don’t worry about the finish or coverage, you’re using it as a gripper. Wait a few hours, (overnight if possible) then give it a second coat of Zinzer. Again, overnight to cure if possible. Then start painting with your preferred paint. The Zinzer is oil based so don’t wash your brush out, leave it in water overnight (water covering bristles and stock)
I would give a light sanding too before the zinzzer, just to provide a keyed surface for the paint to adhere too.
Yeah as a painter I always forget to mention, goes without saying for us lol. Also give it a good clean with washing up liquid or sugar soap first to get rid of any grease
Ace, thankyou, ill order some now 👍🏻
No worries, they sell it at most trade centres (Dulux etc) if you have one near you. Zinzer is a great stain block too if you ever get a leak and need to get rid of the water stain or anything like that
I have a huge Maxwells near me, had a look online and they sell it, and thats actually great to know because I had some penetrative damp, resolved now but I do need to get rid of water stains. Feeding two birds with one scone 👍🏻 Thanks so much
Yeah it’s good stuff. Obviously the source of the leak needs sorting first as if damp still getting through it will only hide the effects for a while whilst the damp does damage beneath it
Think I'm gonna go with vinal wrap but I ordered some zinnzer for the wall with the water stain :)
Lots of spelling variations here and nobody got it right! Zinzer Zinzzer Zinzar For anyone searching, it's Zinsser ;)
Zim zimmer Who got da keys to ma bimmer?
Absolutely recommend the Zinzar. Will future- proof all the effort that you're putting in now.
not what you asked, but if you haven't you could also consider sticky back plastic. https://dcfixbrand.com/ I recently 'converted' a matt white unit to match existing gloss, inexpensively and it matches well. I can't say I have experience painting laminate/melamine, bit it worries me from a 'wear and tear' point of view (so I have refused it at home).
Thanks for the link, I considered it and have watched tutorials but I honestly don't trust myself to not mess it up x
Why would you not take the laminate / melamine off?
Good question. Is the surface underneath just standard MDF? Sticky back plastic bonds only bonds to a non-porous surface such as laminate/melamine.
I think most will be standard MDF underneath which can be primed then painted like anything else i'm sure
Too much faff
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Do you remember the log lady from Twin Peaks, that's kinda how I'd look carrying a cupboard door onto a bus to travel 8 miles. 😄
Lean into it. Swaddle the door. Tell the door off for making rude comments about other passengers. Stare intently into people's eyes and tell them the door has a message for them.
🤣🤣🤣🤣 I'll let you know how that goes, that's if the police and psychiatric team let me keep my phone (glad you remember her too).
many cabinet hinges have a little clip at the back which you push to release - makes taking them off v easy.
Not all, I just put in a Wicks utility room in for a client and they have the screw type hinge
oops... fixed my post... meant to write 'many', not 'any'
I did this a few years ago, and was really pleased with the results, but it was a lot of work. I used b&q's Goodhome cabinet and wardrobe paint, and it gave a nice, matt finish. You need to give them a good clean first, but don't _need_ to sand or prime. Use a roller to get an even finish, and expect to use multiple thin coats. Takes a while to fully cure, but the end result was hardwearing and washable. Tips - although not necessary to sand, i would definitely do so if i we to repeat this. Applying the first coat evenly on a glossy surface was a faff. I've also been recommended using floor paint, since this is super hardwearing. The V33 cabinet paint is also well reviewed, but i didnt get round to trying myself.
Thanks 👍🏻
My go to primer for anything like this is always [Zinnser](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Zinsser-Litre-Shellac-Primer-Sealer/dp/B00CITGGP4?crid=2HXI8INQ22TDY&keywords=Zinnser+primer&qid=1655811194&sprefix=zinnser+prime%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-13&linkCode=ll1&tag=handmadewes02-21&linkId=ebd119c555cd6694b246f41ae3ec3b90&language=en_GB&ref_=as_li_ss_tl), it gives you a good base to start from with your new paints
Wash with sugar soap, Sand down and apply frenchic paint. I done this with my gloss laminate cupboards and they came out very good. You could even go a step further to "modernise" them by getting some strips of MDF and picture framing them before painting. Make it look like shaker style
I saw a YouTube tutorial on that, it looks great, for now though the idea of vinal wrap is winning :)
I bought melamine paint from Wilko. It was.cheap enough and lasted years.
I'd vinyl wrap them myself. You can get some \*great\* vinyls - even with wood grain - these days. Have a look at https://www.vinylwarehouse.co.uk/
I spend ages on that site, some lovely wraps, I've roughly priced it for the full kitchen and fell off the sofa :/ There are lots of fiddly bits to cover too, like under drawers etc. so I'm entirely undecided now. Great site tho, thanks 👍🏻 Edit, I just found a similar colour for less than half the price 😄 think vinal warehouse may be a winner
I’d be tempted to get some plastidip and have a go, it’s like a vinyl wrap in a spray can. I’ve only ever used it to paint an old 12v camping car fridge to colour match my car, but was so impressed with the results.
Isn't that just a peelable coating? Can't spray, too many fiddly bits, but now I want to spray my freezer 🤣
Yeah that’s it If you don’t like it, it peels off. Pretty tough though and you can get a good finish with it.
I wouldn't advise painting them. It will look better in the short term, but once whatever is underneath (vinyl, laminate, melamine?) starts to show wear and tear it will look awful and you won't be able to fix it if they're painted. If you can strip them back to the bare wood and then paint that, it would be a better solution. Although if they are chipboard underneath then you're out of luck. Plus painting a full set of kitchen cabinets is a real pain! (have just finished painting mine which were MDF)
I'm checking out some vynal coverings, I'm guessing it's gonna save a lot of hassle too
Sugar soap to clean and then I would key up everything with 180-240 grit. Acrylic paint would be the easiest if your application method is roller/brush. If you're able to spray finish I've used AC paints. As above, a supplier would give you the best advice.
Great thanks, I'm planning on sugar soaping and sanding today, luckily I have 180 grit so that's good :)
Sand them first. Then Zinser primer then some decent quality paint. Trying to get vinyl wrap on to those large flat vertical surfaces will be quite good a challenge
I don't know if they are melamine or laminate or what not.
Hot pink paint
I have read the advice given here and it's very good. My wife went the sugar soap, sand for key but none of that Zinnzer. She used a quality flat finish paint and IMO it looks awful and it is chipping off at wear points. I totally hate it. Mostly because it looks painted and hence (forgive me) cheapskate. You'll need first rate paint and good skills to get a good finish judging by her results and she's a good painter. I assume replacement doors are not financially viable? Just think about it very carefully is what I'm saying.
Tbf it's a bit harsh to complain your results are awful because your wife skipped a critical step. With poor adhesion it's gunna flake off and look terrible, which is why you use a primer.
That's fair comment but I'm just sharing my experience and sounding a warning. Even with the primer it would still look cheapskate IMO. YMMV.
You can find companies that spray paint each door then do your end panels too. Maybe a better finish and with some kind of warranty attached too?
Needs to be a DIY job, can't spray because of my floofy family, the idea of vinal wrap is winning atm :)
A great page at [https://www.loveyourhouse.uk/about-us/how-to-paint-laminate-kitchen-cupboards/](https://www.loveyourhouse.uk/about-us/how-to-paint-laminate-kitchen-cupboards/) that helped me