General Overview
Refinishing is the best way to give the old cabinets a refreshed look and feel and make them completely new in condition. Refinishing help in removing the grime and dirt built up from the cabinets in a cost-effective way.
How To Refinish Kitchen Cabinets With Stain?
The best way to refinish the kitchen cabinets with stain is mentioned below:
- Remove Hardware: It is important to remove all hardware, doors, and drawers.
- Sanding: Sand the cabinets using 120 grit sandpaper in the grain direction and make it even.
- Re-Sanding: Repeat the sanding again using 220 grit sandpaper.
- Conditioner: Once the sanding is done and the surface is even apply good quality wood conditioner over the cabinets.
- Rag: Stain the pores of the cabinets using rag cloth in the direction of the grains.
- Final Staining: Finish it by applying oil-based polyurethane along with the oil-based stain.
How To Use Gel Stains On Bathroom Cabinets?
Gel stains are ideal to use on bathroom cabinets as compared to traditional wood stains as they offer a more natural look and feel. Various steps to use gel stains on cabinets are mentioned below:
- Remove Hardware: All the hardware, doors and drawers are required to be removed prior to staining.
- Sand: Go for the light sanding in wood grain direction to make the surface smooth.
- Staining: Paint the gel stain using the foam roller smoothly in grain direction. To get the even tone and to keep the first coat light.
- Dry: Allow the first coat of gel stain dry completely for approximately 24 hours or 48 hours depends on humidity. Avoid using a second coat till the first coat is completely dried.
- Sealing: When the gel stain is completely dried apply the polyurethane or varnish over it as a sealer to protect the stain and to get the lustrous finish. Let it dry for 24 hours.
- Smooth Sanding: Once dried finish the cabinets using a smooth sanding process to enhance its overall appearance and finish.