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Q: Can you just paint over cabinets?

• <div><p>You can paint over wood, wood-laminate, and metal cabinets, but you need to prepare the surface first. Plastic laminate cabinets and thin veneers may accept a layer of paint depending on their condition, but they require special techniques and paints. If your cabinets sag or have significant damage, it may be a better investment to replace your cabinets than paint over them.</p></div>

Q: What is liquid sandpaper, and does it work on cabinets?

• <div><p>Liquid sandpaper is a solvent used to soften existing layers of paint and make them porous enough that you can effectively apply a new coat of paint. You rub the liquid sandpaper on, wait for it to work, and wipe it off&mdash;no literal sanding is involved. Liquid sandpaper can save time and is helpful if parts of the cabinet are hard to reach with standard sandpaper. However, like paint stripper, liquid sandpaper creates dangerous fumes and must be used with care indoors. And unlike sanding, it can&rsquo;t fix any scratches or dings in your cabinets.</p></div>

Q: What happens if you don't sand cabinets?

• <div><p>If you don't sand your cabinets, the new paint or stain won&rsquo;t adhere properly, impacting the final finish and leading to peeling, chipping, or a sloppy result that won't stand the test of time. Sanding removes the old finish, smooths imperfections, and gives the new coat something to grip. Without it, you will waste your time, money, and effort.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to seal cabinets after staining?

• <div><p>Sealing a cabinet after staining is optional but recommended for best results. Wood sealer keeps out moisture, which protects against scratches, warping, chipping, discoloration, and mildew. Sealer not only preserves the appearance of wood furniture but, like staining, enhances it by accentuating the wood&rsquo;s natural color and grain. </p></div>

Q: Does vinegar remove wood stain?

• <div><p>Vinegar won&rsquo;t strip the wood stain from your wood, but it can help remove a different type of stain. If you&rsquo;re dealing with food stains or trying to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-remove-water-stains-wood.htm">remove water rings on your wood</a>, you can use a little olive oil and vinegar (mixed equally) to remove those stains without stripping your actual wood stain. Just rub the solution in the direction of the wood grain, let it sit, and then wipe it away with a damp towel.</p></div>

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Last update on January 19, 2026

Reviewed in September 2025
My security door locks would not latch property because the steel security door was out of alignment with frame. Donnie and his crew responded promptly and fixed the problem. He is very efficient professional and reasonably priced. I will be using them for other needed improvements on my...
Superior Lawn Care & Home Improvements
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Reviewed in March 2025
Garber's Elite lawn care did an amazing job, I will most definitely will recommend them to do your lawn care.
Garber's Elite Lawn Care
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Reviewed in November 2024
Mad City Windows and Baths recently refaced my kitchen cabinets. I was overjoyed with the results and very satisfied with the level of service from the entire team. I think it is rare today to find a business with a group of individuals who work hard and show pride in their work. It started with...
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in September 2024
Jim came to the house on time. Inspected the old furnace and air. He answered all our questions. He listened to our needs and found us the units that will fit our needs. Two days later we have new heating and air and also duct work. Thanks Jim
Eco Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians
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Reviewed in January 2024
They fixed and blended nicely with existing ceilings in the kitchen and sun room, and that really helped! And they were great in their interactions with the elderly homeowner, which is a mark of fine human beings as well. Thank you!
Lake Brother Painting
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Reviewed in November 2023
Polite and friendly. Phillip explained everything that he was doing. He provided honest estimates with options.. He stayed until the work was done, and I was satisfied with how everything looked. Phillip was very prompt and communicated well regarding his arrival. The company with honesty and...
Lock Rescue
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Reviewed in December 2022
I had a specific style I wanted and Laban was able to make that a reality and even came up with some ideas as well. Because I wanted to stick with the style I had, he was able to refinish some existing cabinets as well as build a new section making them all blend together as if they were built...
Garber Woodworking
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Reviewed in March 2022
Mike is one of the very few good guys out there. His attention to detail and quality is the Best I’ve experienced. He follows his quote/plan and discusses progress. He refinished my kitchen cabinets and painted my entire condo. Thanks and highly recommend !!!
Michael Frieszell Painting
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Reviewed in May 2021
I hired Davidâ s company to do various trimming and tree removal. We are beyond thrilled with the job that he and his helper (the guy that scaled the big tree) completed at our house. David cut our tree like an artist and his attention to detail and work ethic were awesome. I would highly...
Arbor Tech 'N' Property Maintenance
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Reviewed in May 2021
From beginning to end, great service from Logan! My initial planning discussion and estimate was with Ryan J. We sat down together and talked through the different options for the mini-split AC unit I wanted installed in my master bedroom. Since I had already researched the different...
Logan Services A/C, Heat & Plumbing
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