How do you paint particle board cabinets without sanding?

• <div><p>If you prefer not to sand your particle board cabinets prior to painting, you can use mineral spirits and a rough sponge to add some grit to your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-mdf.htm">medium-density fiberboard cabinets</a> so that the paint will still stick. Keep in mind that using 120-grit sandpaper is still the preferred method for preparing your particle board cabinets for a new coat of paint.</p></div>

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Q: Can I still refinish my cabinets without wax and orange oil?

• <div><p>Yes, you can refinish cabinets without wax or orange oil. The refinishing product will work regardless of wax and oil coats, but it might not shine as much. Adding a coat of penetrating oil will bring out the grain in the wood, and the wax will help prevent wear. Also, the protective qualities of wax and oil for hardwood make it a good idea to incorporate into the restoration process.</p></div>

Q: Can you use a steam cleaner on laminate cabinets?

• <div><p>No, we don&rsquo;t recommend using a steam cleaner on laminate surfaces, including kitchen cabinets. Steam can affect the structure of laminate cabinets, loosening the layers and causing them to warp. However, you can deep clean your laminate cabinets using other methods, such as soap and water or a vinegar mixture.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of updating a kitchen’s aesthetic?

• <div><p>Enhances home value, modernizes living space, and improves household efficiency.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if I need to refinish my cabinets?

• <div><p>A few things can indicate cabinet refinishing is a good idea, but the most obvious is any sign of water or steam damage. If the existing paint on your cabinets starts to bubble or flake, it could indicate that water or humidity from cooking or surrounding plumbing fixtures or showers is causing damage. Refinishing can add a protective layer to prevent further issues. You should also consider refinishing every eight to ten years, if your cabinet color or finish is outdated, or if you have scratches or scuffs on the faces.</p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in March 2017
Awesome! Ron was responsive and and his team delivered our kitchen reno on budget and in a timely manner. We are grateful for their expertise in kitchen reno and their professionalism, they were even kind to our annoying puppy. A+
Cabinets Plus Remodeling
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Reviewed in February 2013
Mark was on time, inspected the area and gave me an estimate and was billed for that amount. Work was done quickly, thoroughly and very clean. Timely and affordable with quality work.
Nails & Pails Home Improvement
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Reviewed in January 2011
Well its a slow proccess to begin with but they came in and were out and finished on the day that they said they were and I was overly pleased and had them come back to do more work.
H & L Restorations
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Reviewed in June 2012
Unlike most people they understood exactly what I wanted. They gave me an estimate and stuck to it. They were very clean and cleaned up after themselves. Their workmanship was perfect. I think they do cupboards and things like that too. I just gave them a key and let them go for it. I plan...
Parkside Counters & Woodworks
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Reviewed in November 2009
He came almost immediately to our home, looked at our areas of concern, made suggestions for the repairs, and advised us to place a gutter along the roof above our kitchen window. He gave us the name of a local contractor for the gutter work and even contacted him for us and brought him up to...
Huls General Contracting
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Reviewed in April 2015
I purchased my kitchen cabinets from Forest Kitchen and Bath. The quality, price, and service was exceptional, but what prompted me to write a review was the continued service and personal help that came afterward. Due to a misunderstanding having nothing to do with Forest Kitchen and Bath, I...
Forest Kitchen & Bath
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Reviewed in April 2020
I requested a quote, he called me iddediately, about 9:00 PM, and we made an appt. for him to come the next day about 6:00 PM. He did not show nor call. I was surprised as he had seemed eager and had two excellent reviews. I assumed something had come up unexpectedly and that he'd be in touch...
E&A Quality Painting
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Reviewed in October 2018
I gave Xpro Remodeling a 50% deposit of $1,600 to start a job. They agreed to start in late August, and then took on another job, trying to push my work out two months. I asked for a refund and/or the possibility to bump me in earlier as I was having a tenant move in and she did not want work...
XPro Remodeling
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