If your bathroom vanity is looking worn out, outdated, or just doesn’t match your current bathroom decor, painting it is a cost-effective way to give it a fresh new look. Repainting your bathroom vanity can be a fun and easy DIY project, and in this blog, we’ll show you how to do it step-by-step.
Materials Needed to Repaint Bathroom Vanity
- Sandpaper
- Tack cloth
- Primer
- Paint (water-based or oil-based)
- Paintbrush
- Paint roller
- Painter’s tape
- Drop cloth
- Screwdriver
How to Repaint Bathroom Vanity? Step By Step Guide
Step 1: Clear the Vanity
Remove all the items on top of the vanity, including any toiletries, mirrors, or decorations. Also, remove any drawers or doors from the vanity.
Step 2: Clean the Vanity
Using a gentle bathroom cleaner, wipe down the entire vanity, including the drawers and doors. Rinse with clean water and let it dry.
Step 3: Remove the Hardware
Using a screwdriver, remove all the hardware, such as drawer pulls, door handles, and hinges.
Step 4: Sand the Vanity
Sand the entire vanity with sandpaper to create a rough surface for the primer and paint to adhere to. Make sure to sand in the direction of the wood grain. Wipe away any dust with a tack cloth.
Step 5: Apply Primer
Apply a coat of primer to the entire vanity, including the drawers and doors. Use a paintbrush or paint roller, depending on the size of the surface area. Let the primer dry completely before moving on to the next step.
Step 6: Apply the First Coat of Paint
Apply the first coat of paint to the entire vanity, including the drawers and doors. Use a paintbrush or paint roller, depending on the size of the surface area. Make sure to apply the paint evenly and in the direction of the wood grain. Let the first coat dry completely before applying the second coat.
Step 7: Apply the Second Coat of Paint
Apply the second coat of paint to the entire vanity, including the drawers and doors. Use a paintbrush or paint roller, depending on the size of the surface area. Make sure to apply the paint evenly and in the direction of the wood grain. Let the second coat dry completely before moving on to the next step.
Step 8: Reattach the Hardware
Once the paint is dry, reattach the hardware, including the drawer pulls, door handles, and hinges.
Step 9: Tape Off Areas
If you want to paint any areas a different color, use painter’s tape to tape off the areas you want to protect.
Step 10: Apply the Second Color
Apply the second color to the taped off areas, using a paintbrush or paint roller. Make sure to apply the paint evenly and in the direction of the wood grain. Let the paint dry completely before removing the painter’s tape.
Step 11: Reattach the Drawers and Doors
Once the paint is completely dry, reattach the drawers and doors to the vanity.
Step 12: Clean Up
Clean up any paint spills or drips with a damp cloth. Roll up the drop cloth and dispose of any unused paint or primer properly.
Congratulations, you’ve successfully repainted your bathroom vanity! With a little time and effort, you can transform your bathroom and give it a fresh new look.
