Stain Wood Cabinets Without Sanding

Gel stain provides the durability of stain but the application of paint.

Stain wood cabinets without sanding. Through the years i have received the questions can wood be painted without sanding can cabinets be painted without sanding and can trim be painted without sanding. Most stains require removing the original finish and a lot of sanding dust. Staining cabinets isn t difficult but i did choose to wait until i could safely use oil products after the pregnancy of my last baby. Stir polyshades thoroughly using a clean stirring stick.

Heat guns soften varnish and stain within a minute or two making it rubbery. You can paint over stained wood painted wood and so much more with this simple method. I used this gel stain. Using a high quality tapered natural bristle brush dip only to of an inch of the bristles into polyshades.

Stain the front of the cabinet doors with light and even strokes to avoid clumping. Lol i hate sanding and prepping. Before we get started make sure to follow me on instagram facebook youtube and pinterest to keep up with all my latest builds and projects. I mean who likes doing that.

Gently repeat the stirring every 10 minutes to assure that. Prepare the cabinets and surrounding area for the staining or re staining project. How to stain cabinets without sanding step 1. Wipe the removed cabinet doors and all cabinet surfaces with tack cloth to remove any dust on the cabinets from.

I just want to get the fun part painting making beautiful etc. On a scrap piece. Apply the finish by brush or use an aerosol can. Because i m a lazy crafter.

220 grit sanding block. The stain won t penetrate but it doesn t have to. Stain the cabinet fronts by applying gel stain on a sponge brush with light and even strokes to avoid getting stain on the insides. A coat of clear polyurethane or lacquer will fix it in place.

The answer is yes. And the sanding and stripping are just not fun for me. If you plan to stain new. What do you need to update cabinets without sanding gel stain in color of your choice.

Avoid citrus strippers that require water rinsing as water raises the wood grain which requires light sanding. Okay so let s talk about how to restain wood without stripping. If you want to deepen the color in general go ahead and stain the entire cabinet by brushing the stain on and wiping off the excess with a clean rag.