Sand the cabinet lightly by hand with 220 grit sandpaper to etch the surface of the laminate.
Timber look laminate cupboards.
Laminate cabinets can be purchased in a variety of designs including imitation wood grain but real wood looks more natural.
A stunning selection of high definition timber look panels for a contemporary look in commercial or residential projects.
Timber laminate comes in a vast array of wood like finishes and textures and costs less than solid timber and timber veneers.
The purpose of sanding isn t to remove the finish but to etch it so the primer adheres.
It also has a high resistance to impact and moisture.
Some high end laminate cabinets are hard to distinguish from real wood from a distance but up close the tell tale reflection and lack of depth is easily recognized.
If you re looking for a versatile durable and low cost alternative to wood cabinets in particular if you have a contemporary or modern look in mind for your kitchen laminate cabinets can be a great choice for your kitchen design.
If chipped scratched or damaged timber laminate cannot be repaired.
Laminates not only provide cost benefits they also provide a variety of timber looks.
Laminate countertops are an old school staple that is once again growing in popularity courtesy of realistic patterns that look exactly like marble soapstone wood and more.