Remove all visible hardware on the high pressure laminate cabinets, including knobs and pulls. You may remove cabinet doors that are fully hinged and visible if they are easily removable. This will allow you to paint the face of the cabinets and shelves thoroughly and separately with little mess.

Cover any unremoved hardware with painter's tape.

3. Thoroughly clean all laminate surfaces with a de-greaser such as trisodium phosphate. Follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully for application chemistry. Once clean, wash all surfaces thoroughly with water and allow the laminate to dry completely before proceeding.

4. high pressure laminate cabinets surface with 120 grit sandpaper. You are going to create a rough paint job that sticks to the surface enough so make sure all surface areas are well worn. Once you have finished sanding, vacuum the surface first, then wipe them clean of all dust with a clean damp cloth. Again, allow the HIGH PRESSURE LAMINATE CABINETS to dry completely before proceeding.

5. Apply specially formulated compound primers according to the manufacturer's instructions. At most hardware stores, you can purchase a suitable primer. Allow the primer to dry completely according to the instructions on the label.

6. Apply the latex or oil based paint of choice over the cured primer. Oil-based paints provide a smooth finish and are easier to clean, so they are a better choice for kitchens and bathrooms. Apply high pressure laminate cabinets with rollers on the surface to avoid leaving brush strokes on the painting.

Replace all hardware and high pressure laminate cabinets after the paint has dried sufficiently.

Warm Tips.

Apply a small amount of cooking oil along the cabinet doors where they touch the high pressure laminate cabinets to prevent the painted surfaces from sticking to each other before fully healing. Create good ventilation in the painting by opening windows and doors or turning on fans.