How do I paint kitchen cabinets white?

Question

Right now they are wood stained with a gloss. I just don't think paint will stick. Do I need to sand? Kilz?

Answer 1

Yes you need to sand the gloss off, then prime them (use something for wood), then you can paint.  

Have fun!

Answer 2

you should sand them down and then paint but then spray with a lacker or sealant that goes over the paint to protect it

Answer 3

Buy a delglosser and clean them very well. I take the doors off and prime them outside using spray kilz it. After it dries lightly sand with very fine sand paper and remove all the dust using a  vacume . Take white spray paint-satin-semi gloss or high gloss depending on what you want. I use Painters Touch since it comes in spray cans and in the can to roll or brush on. I spray paint the doors outside- at least 2 coats-maybe 3 and let them dry. Do the inside first and then the outside. I actually taped off everything in the kitchen and spray painted the cabinets while using a wet-dry vac to suck up the overspray fumes. The spray paint is more durable and the finish comes out flawless.

Answer 4

PREP, PREP, PREP! Sand, then primer, then a good paint (Home Depot - Behr). The kitchen gets a lot of ware and tear and nothing is worse than improper prep. Lots of elbow grease, but worth your time and effort. Good Luck - LT