1 week of of Upgrades

[Mac964]

Doing all the work myself. Began a week ago. All interior cabinets getting facelift with Espresso 3 in 1 Semi Gloss..yes, it adheres wonderfully. No sanding or priming. Cleaned all cabinets wirh Alcohol, every bit. Natural Stone Backslash in Kirchen and Bath sink area. More pucs to come. 2009 FR Lexington 255DS. Ih, and Sofa pulled..comes back ftom Upholstery Shop Friday. Heads up all...Going to be BETTER than Showroom!

[Troy450]

Did you apply the stain with a brush? I would love mine to be darker. Plus the cabinets I've added would all match. Any more help with your process would be great. Thanks in advance

[Mac964]

Yes. All applied with brush. I applied a first "scratch" coat, waited 24 hours for good adhesion, and applied second "detailed" coat. Came out beautiful. Tomorrow I will be added second coat to overhead entertainment center and will post before/after pics.

The Natural Stone Backsplash is actual stone, not plastic. Interlocking, easy to use snip pliers to end pieces to allow fit. Adhesive backing, but added Liquid Nails to backing. Solid. Nothing has come loose. Not a one.

[trbomax]

The espresso works OK on the wrapped trim pieces?

[Mac964]

Yes. I wiped every thing down with Alcohol, used Q-tips for every edge, corner. If you miss a spot, it will peel. When I did a sample section, I used Vinegar and the paint peeled. Tried Alcohol, since I can't use any chemicals such as TSP, and it worked great. The trick is to be patient. Let your first "scratch" coat dry 24 hours if your paint is a 3 in 1. No need to primer.

[Denny B]

Very nicely done

[brewjaz]

Nice job!

[Troy450]

Thanks for the info. Looks like I have a new project ahead

[fredhardy]

Impressive results!

[Dodaman]

Originally Posted by Mac964

Yes. I wiped every thing down with Alcohol, used Q-tips for every edge, corner. If you miss a spot, it will peel. When I did a sample section, I used Vinegar and the paint peeled. Tried Alcohol, since I can't use any chemicals such as TSP, and it worked great. The trick is to be patient. Let your first "scratch" coat dry 24 hours if your paint is a 3 in 1. No need to primer.

Looks great. Nicely done

[Pandabear]

Originally Posted by Mac964

Doing all the work myself. Began a week ago. All interior cabinets getting facelift with Espresso 3 in 1 Semi Gloss..yes, it adheres wonderfully. No sanding or priming. Cleaned all cabinets wirh Alcohol, every bit. Natural Stone Backslash in Kirchen and Bath sink area. More pucs to come. 2009 FR Lexington 255DS. Ih, and Sofa pulled..comes back ftom Upholstery Shop Friday. Heads up all...Going to be BETTER than Showroom!

Beautiful job! I was wondering where you got the stone tiles for the backsplash? I have been looking for tiles like them. Thank you so much.

[Mac964]

Panda bear. .Home Depot. It's a new item I hope they continue because when we move and buy our new home, I also want them in my kitchen! Actual stone, not heavy, easy to work with.

[Troy450]

Mac is that paint? If so do you still see wood grain? Thaks

[Skyliner]

Looks great. How were you able to take those pictures with your trailer situated vertically?

[bob caldwell]

Laying down...