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Painting oak cabinets made this old bar look great again.
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Painting Oak Cabinets

See how we updated a living room bar cabinet with paint and a little elbow grease. Paint is an easy and inexpensive way to update oak cabinets.
Prep Time30 minutes
Active Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: DIY Projects
Yield: 1 Cabinet
Author: Patti Estep
Cost: $40

Equipment

  • Paint Brush

Materials

  • Paint of your choosing - I chose Midnight Dream by Behr
  • Antique Glaze optional
  • Screwdriver to remove knobs

Instructions

  • Remove handles or knobs.
  • Fill in the holes.
  • Wipe down any dust or dirt from the cabinet.
  • Paint 2-3 coats of paint with the color of your choice.
  • You can also top with an antique glaze like I did.
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