Techniques
DIY Striped Kitchen Island
Jess Smith, from @beingjsmith, adds a playful touch to her kitchen island by using FrogTape® Delicate Surface Painter's Tape to get crisp, straight lines.
Check out her step-by-step project below!
Color Pop Kitchen Island Makeover
Lauren, from @pinchplateparty, makes a statement in her kitchen by adding a pop of color to her kitchen island.
Check out her step-by-step project below!
Supplies Needed:
- Assorted Trim
- Sanding Block or Electric Sander
- Satin Paint
- FrogTape® Multi-Surface Painter's Tape
- Paint Roller
- Paint Brush
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1Remove Cabinets
Remove cabinet doors and drawer fronts using a screwdriver.
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2Sand
Lightly sand the kitchen island, doors and drawers.
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3Add Trim
If using any type of trim, cut it to size and attach it using a brad nailer. Fill nail holes with wood filler and sand as needed. Smooth any edges along the trim using caulk.
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4Tape It Off
Tape off any areas where the island meets the floor and where the island meets the countertop. Then, gently run a putty knife against the edge of the FrogTape® Multi-Surface Painter's Tape to get a tight seal.
Pro Tip: Putting too much pressure can cause the tape to rip.
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5Prime
Prime the island and cabinet doors and drawers. Let dry completely.
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6Paint Trim
Once caulk is dry, paint the trim with a paint brush to match the rest of the island. If needed, paint a second coat.
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7Paint
Paint the island, doors and drawers with satin paint using the paint brush first and then come behind with the paint roller for a smooth finish.
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8Remove the Tape
Gently remove the FrogTape® Multi-Surface Painter's Tape.
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9Wrap-Up
Clean up the space and enjoy!
1
Remove Cabinets
Remove cabinet doors and drawer fronts using a screwdriver.
2
Sand
Lightly sand the kitchen island, doors and drawers.
3
Add Trim
If using any type of trim, cut it to size and attach it using a brad nailer. Fill nail holes with wood filler and sand as needed. Smooth any edges along the trim using caulk.
4
Tape It Off
Tape off any areas where the island meets the floor and where the island meets the countertop. Then, gently run a putty knife against the edge of the FrogTape® Multi-Surface Painter's Tape to get a tight seal.
Pro Tip: Putting too much pressure can cause the tape to rip.
5
Prime
Prime the island and cabinet doors and drawers. Let dry completely.
6
Paint Trim
Once caulk is dry, paint the trim with a paint brush to match the rest of the island. If needed, paint a second coat.
7
Paint
Paint the island, doors and drawers with satin paint using the paint brush first and then come behind with the paint roller for a smooth finish.
8
Remove the Tape
Gently remove the FrogTape® Multi-Surface Painter's Tape.
9
Wrap-Up
Clean up the space and enjoy!
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Techniques
Neutral Bathroom Transformation
To create a relaxed and sophisticated space, Tori, from Love Letters by Tori, transformed her secondary bathroom by just adding a few fresh coats of paint and some FrogTape®.
Check out her step-by-step project below!
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Techniques
Elevated Laundry Room Makeover
Katie Sharpe with @sharpesouthernhome elevates her dull laundry room by adding a fun pattern and pop of color using some paint and FrogTape®.
Check out her step-by-step project below!