The answer is yes! But you need to follow the steps in this tutorial to get the best finish for your IKEA cabinets. IKEA SEKTION cabinet fronts are already finished and painted. They are made of laminate wood which means they have a glossy texture.
If you're painting laminate furniture or it has a slightly shiny surface, make sure you either use a paint that's 2 in 1 with primer, or use a separate primer. This way, the paint will stick better and is less likely to chip or scratch. Our Furniture Paint is a primer, undercoat and finish all in one.
Prime. It's very important to prime your cupboards before painting. It helps your paint stick to your surface, prevents chips and gives a better overall finish. I would 100% recommend Zinsser B.I.N Primer for priming your IKEA kitchen.
Glossy or very smooth surfaces don't provide good adhesion for paint, meaning those solid wood pieces seem a better option. But in fact, painting glossy furniture is perfectly possible – and not even particularly difficult with just a few tips and tricks!
Because gloss is shiny and designed to be hard-wearing, painting straight over it won't work, and the paint won't stick. But with the proper preparation, gloss is easy to paint over.
What Paint Is Best to Paint Over Gloss? If prepared properly, you can use almost any paint you want as the top coat. But it would make sense to use satin or gloss, or a variation such as semi-gloss or eggshell, to give a good, hard-wearing, long-lasting finish.
We get asked this question a lot “Painting Gloss kitchen Cabinets” can it be done! Yes, we can spray to them & we can also spray another colour that's also high gloss. The doors maybe laminated, Acrylic resin or they may well be “Sprayed high Gloss” Without doing a site survey we wouldn't be able to tell off a picture.
It's up to you. But I would recommend sanding solid wood. If you're painting over laminate, then NO, sanding is not necessary. Contrary to what a lot of tutorials say out there, you don't HAVE to sand your laminate furniture before painting …
Again, don't forget that you have to primer first before painting IKEA furniture. Don't settle with a paint primer combination because those won't adhere to the glossy surface of laminate. Instead, scuff sand, then use Zinnser Cover Stain, and then paint with a high-quality paint like Benjamin Moore Advance.
The highest quality bonding primers will often state 'no sanding is necessary' and will adhere to almost any shiny surface, such as glass, metal, tile etc. Primers like Kilz, Fuse, and Zinnser are good for bonding very strongly. Primers can be costly, but if they are of good quality there will be no need for sanding.
Step 1: Sand
Any area that will be painted should be sanded. This will help the paint stick which is key when painting Ikea furniture. Wipe down thoroughly to remove all dust. If dust is left on the surface it could get into your paint and cause problems down the road.
Yes, we specialise in kitchen spraying and we regularly spray over glossy kitchen cabinets. Gloss is a shiny finish which reflects a lot of light and this finish used to be very popular in kitchens. More recently, we've found that customers have been looking to paint over their high gloss kitchens.
Laminate is a picky surface, so you'll need a high-quality laminate-specific primer. If you aren't sure which one is best, consult your paint store professional. A good primer will prevent future peeling or lifting in the paint.
Most homeowners are not trained in painting properly. This is especially true for cabinets, since they require special attention. Professional painters should be hired because they have the skills to apply primer on laminate surfaces with precision. The tools used are professional grade and they will minimize mistakes.
Kitchen Size
The larger the space, the more likely it is that a glossy finish will help reflect light and provide an overall brighter feel to the room. On the other hand, if your kitchen is on the smaller side, then matte paint can be a great choice to add some texture and depth to your cabinets.
To paint over gloss with emulsion paint, you will have to use a super grip primer to prepare the surface. If you are painting over a glossy surface with another coat of gloss, satin or eggshell paint, you can lightly sand and clean the surface and paint it without having to use a primer.
Kitchen walls and especially kitchen cabinets require a paint finish that's tough, easy to wipe down, and attractive. Satin and eggshell paint finishes work well for kitchen walls, while semi-gloss proves best for kitchen cabinets.
Generally, the de-glosser aims to roughen up the surface like how sandpaper works. If you paint a high-gloss surface without de-glossing it first, the paint will peel off sooner. Essentially, de-glosser gives the paint something to grip onto.
PAINT ROLLERS
A smaller roller is great for trimming or narrow areas, while larger rollers are great for interior walls or ceilings. Consider the paint's finish or sheen: Gloss and semi-gloss paints go on better with short-nap rollers because this generates fewer bubbles when you're rolling out the paint.
Load the brush with your gloss paint and wipe away any excess, then begin painting very gently and lightly in long strokes to achieve one final coat with the gloss and avoid brush marks.