Restain Bathroom Cabinets

It is a lot of work to strip and sand the surface but it will be worth it if you want a natural wood look.

Restain bathroom cabinets. Remove cabinets and hinges with screwdriver and clean hinges with dish soap diluted in water. The first step is to sand down the cabinet so that the new finish can be applied directly to the wood surface. First rub them down with a clean cloth and mild detergent then follow up with plain water to eliminate soap residue.

A good technique to follow when restaining bathroom cabinets is to apply a coat of the stain in an inconspicuous place to see what it will look like before applying it to the entire surface of the cabinets. Be sure to remove all residue old toothpaste is persistent. When the cabinet is fully sanded you ll want to do 60 grit to remove all the preexisting finish and then do 120 then do 220 for a nice finish you can whip out your stain and finish your piece.

Once you have prepared the work area give the cabinets a thorough cleaning. Unfortunately very few cabinets are constructed completely of solid wood. Sometimes your vanity just needs a quick face lift to have it feeling young again.

Is stain and finish varnish the same thing. Remember the goal is a even stain with a smooth finish. For most cabinets the best stripping process is by use of chemical strippers.

Carefully the read manufacturer s instructions on the packaging before applying a new stain to the wood. You will be surprised to see how big of a difference this simple project can have. Yes you can stain cabinets that currently have paint on them.

All that s required is a few simple tools and the wood stain of your choice. Scrub clean all cabinet surfaces and allow to dry. I noticed a few spots where the stain didn t adhere and had to re clean and stain again.