After cleaning many people will tell you to sand, and certainly, that is not a bad idea. However, if you are like me, the thought of sanding allllllll of those cabinets seems sort of….. unappealing. The purpose of sanding is to scuff up the existing finish a little to rough it up to provide some grip for your paint. I just told you that’s what the primer does, right? You see, I am a lazy sander and I’m not at all convinced that doing a bunch of sanding is all that important. With Rustins MDFS250 MDF Sealer, you rest assured of the best results no matter the type of wood. First, it boasts a clear appearance that protects against inhibiting factors and highlights the wood’s grain, therefore exposing its natural beauty. Thanks to its water-based acrylic emulsion, which enables it to form a transparent film after drying. All it takes is applying a shellac spray, or some fresh paintable caulk, and you’ll be good to go. I hope you feel confident in accomplishing this project yourself, because I totally believe in you. Hold the spray primer 2-3 inches from the silicone caulk. Open the nozzle cap, point it to the caulk and start shooting primer over it. Work until you completely cover the caulk.

Not sanding between coats: Even if you are spraying, there will be little bumps and imperfections that show up with every paint layer. Dust will settle on it, and if you live in my house, some pet hair, too. Sanding each layer before the next coat is the best way to minimize imperfections and end up with the smoothest finish. If you don’t keep your hand stays steel from too much shaking, cover the outside area using painter’s tape so you can avoid caulking non-painted areas. Apply Paintable Caulk Over the Old CaulkAs I mentioned, cleaning up this type of primer is recommended with an ammonia and water mixture. What I usually do is buy an inexpensive brush and roller, let them dry when I’m finished with them, and throw them both out after the primer step to avoid having to use more chemicals for cleaning. FAQs Can I use latex paint with an oil-based primer?

Since silicone caulk only comes in clear or white, and can’t easily be painted, trying to hide it becomes a frustrating endeavor.Sherwin Williams has a paint called a “ Urethane Trim Enamel” that I have also heard works well for cabinets. I don’t have any personal experience with this line but given that it is also an enamel, it’s likely going to give you the durability you want. You can also remove the current caulk and apply new paintable caulk, which can then be painted. Final Thoughts The great thing about shellac spray is that it dries smooth and flat, and it also adheres to paints beautifully. So you really only need one coat of paint for a nice finish. Method #2: Paintable Caulk & Paint The benefit of using an enamel versus a lacquer is that you can keep a little on hand for touch-ups. There will be some dings and dents that happen no matter what type of paint you use, and you can not easily touch up lacquered cabinets. Lacquer does not have a long enough shelf life to keep on hand (it will dry up in a month or so) and also will be pretty noticeable on its shiny perfect surface. Enamel, on the other hand, can be kept on hand to touch up any dings. Perhaps the most influential reason that painters and decorators across the UK use Zinsser BIN is its ability to not only completely cover stains but also ensure the stains never come through again.

When painting over primer, you can choose any type of paint you want, from latex paint to oil to acrylic paint. I mentioned that this primer is not low VOC and so some safety precautions should be taken when using. Use outside if possible or in a well-ventilated area. The technical data also suggests that you use a respirator when applying. Zinsser BIN Primer Sealer seals surface pores so you use less finish paint. Finish coat has rich uniform appearance, with no "high" and "low" spots. Finish resists dirt better and has better scrubbability. As an alternative, completely remove the old caulk, apply a new paintable caulk, and paint the paintable caulk. But just to ensure it’s fully cured, I’d recommend waiting 30 to 45 minutes before starting to paint. Step 3: Apply paint over the dried primer spray.

How to Apply Primer

ItemImage": "//sherwin.scene7.com/is/image/sw/paint_template-1?layer=comp&wid=250&fmt=jpeg&qlt=92%2c0&op_sharpen=0&resMode=sharp2&op_usm=0.0%2c0.0%2c0%2c0&iccEmbed=0&printRes=150&_tparam_layer_1_src=sw/651049611_White_Pigmented_Shellac_Primer_White_1QT", Time to finish the final part of how to paint over silicone caulking. Before painting over silicone caulk, wait 24 hours to dry the paintable silicone caulk. Start to paint color on your choice when it’s fully cured and dry. For maximum protection from the natural inhibitors, the Rustins manufacturers ensured that this product has excellent sealing properties. Thus, it also works best as a wood sealer, which sands easily. Besides, it has a low odor, thereby not harmful to your respiratory system. What’s more is that you will complete most of your work on time, as this primer covers approximately 12m Always prime if you're painting a lighter color over a darker one. Eggshell and semi-gloss paints in particular require a coat of primer as they often absorb unevenly. On flat-painted walls with minor repairs, you may only need to spot prime. For walls with larger areas of patching plaster, use True Value EasyCare Ultra Premium Interior Primer/Sealer. Helpful Tips You can speed up the work using a caulking gun. Take a scissor to cut the caulk tip and put it into the caulking gun. Now aim it where you want to cover. Start pressing the gun from a line and slowly fill it with the paintable silicone caulk.

That being said a lot of painters do spray this shellac-based primer and have great results, they say it sprays really nicely due to its very watery consistency. I do think if you spray it, you need to ensure that you do a very light coat so it doesn’t drip. H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapourH317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.H318 Causes serious eye damage.

A Primer on Primers

Paint won’t bond to non paintable silicone without a primer. In fact, it can be challenging to get silicone to bond to anything at all! Next up on our list is Coo-Var Shellac Primer which is newer to the market but has gained a foothold amongst decorators as their go-to shellac-based primer. And whilst it’s not exactly perfect, there’s very little to separate it from Zinsser BIN in my opinion. Just in case you think I’m making it up about not sanding, Rustoleum’s technical data sheet on this stuff says, “excellent adhesion to glossy surfaces without scuff sanding”!