How to paint kitchen cabinets like a DIY pro

WHEN was the last time you updated you kitchen?

It might seem like a daunting task, but it turns out you don't have to break the bank if you spruce it up by painting the cabinets.

In fact, just painting kitchen cabinets can transform a room and make it look brand new - here's how to do it.

How to paint kitchen cabinets?

To paint your cabinets can make your entire kitchen look brand new.

Make sure you put down dust sheets and ensure the area is well ventilated before reaching for a paint brush.

Painting over existing cabinets can modernise and refresh a dull kitchen without costing the earth.

1. Start by removing the doors

The first step is simply to take the doors off the cabinets to prevent drips and further mess.

You don't want your hard work looking worse than before you started.

Most will be easy to remove by unclipping the hinges, which you can then cover with masking tape so they don't get splattered at all.

You can skip this step if you want, just remember to paint a thin layer, and protect the walls and floor around it.

2. Remove all handles

Again, this might sound easy or even skippable but removing the handles will make painting much easier.

You can get an even layer of paint with no funny lines around the handle.

3. Clean the doors

This might feel tedious but a clean work surface is crucial to making your kitchen look brand new.

Paint will cling to dirt instead of the door itself, causing peeling and chipping on your freshly decorated cabinets, which is the last thing you want.