I have a good quality vanity which has an ugly green laminated top and green doors. How can this vanity be transformed to have a white top and white doors and retain it's high quality look. I want to retain the handbasin and tapware.
Hi Penny. You could try paining it? You would need to first clean all surfaces really well, then sand everything with a medium grain sandpaper (helps the primer stick to the laminate) and brush off all the dust when you're finished. Next use a paintbrush to paint on a coat of oil-based primer and leave to dry (dry time according to the label). Lastly paint over the primer with your desired colour! Two coats minimum is usually best. Another option is you could replace the laminate by applying a white layer over the green one. Might need a little research. Goodluck!
Many thanks for this suggestion. I did wonder about a new laminate on top too. If I paint the cupboards after the oil based primer what type of paint do I then use? I am thinking I won't do DIY . Are you aware of anyone in the Mornington Peninsular who could do this job for me?
Not sure about the type of paint but if you went down to your local paint or hardware store the staff would be able to give good advice. Unfortunately we don't know any handymen or painters on the Peninsula but you could search using the "Find Pros" tab in the Houzz search bar at the top of the page. Another good way to find local trades people is to join a local group on Facebook and post a job request. I know there is one called "Mornington Peninsula Jobs Board". Hope that helps!
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