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Continuing my cabinet painting journey, here’s part 2 focusing on prep: 1.) Always sample your paint in your space! 💡 The light in your home and the surrounding colors can really change how the paint looks, so definitely sample before committing! 2.) This one’s huge! Always label all your doors, drawers, and hinges before you take them off! It’ll make putting everything back together a breeze. 🏷️ 3.) Caulk any seams where the cabinets meet the wall or ceiling. This gives a smooth transition without any gaps. 4.) Tape off areas where you don’t want paint to get—even around shelves that stay in the cabinet and the countertop. 5.) Remove and Safely store your labeled hinges and screws. 6.) Remove any old cabinet door bumpers and scrape off any leftover glue from the doors. 7.) Sand all the surfaces you plan to paint. While you could use a primer, I’ve had much better luck sanding for a flat finish. Grease and grime can build up in older kitchens, so starting with a clean surface is key. Investing in an orbital sander will make this part way easier! Use sandpaper for smaller areas where the orbital sander can’t get. 8.) Clean everything thoroughly! I vacuum off the cabinets and doors to pick up sanding dust, then follow up with a tack cloth to ensure they're dust-free. It may seem like a lot, but good prep work is what helps your project look professional instead of DIY. It takes time, but trust me, it’s so worth it! Check out part one for my favorite paint and tools, and stay tuned for part 3 for the actual painting! 🎨 #painting #paintingprocess #cabinets #kitchen #kitchenremodel

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