Fiberboard cabinets are usually made out of what is called "MDF," or medium density fiber. This is a product created from finely ground wood fibers densely packed together and glued under steam. Fiberboard is lightweight and cuts like wood, only dustier. Since fiberboard is not made from a solid piece of wood, there is no wood grain, and the end product is very smooth and somewhat flexible. You can paint fiberboard cabinets to give them a new look if your cabinets made of fiberboard have grown dull.
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Things You'll Need
Short-Nap Paint Rollers
150-Grit Sandpaper
Latex Paint
Drop Cloth
Latex Primer
Step 1
Take the cabinet apart and remove all the hardware so you can give each surface a clean finish.
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Step 2
Sand the surfaces with 150-grit sandpaper to smooth out any imperfections and to give the paint better adhesion.
Step 3
Wipe down the cabinet with a slightly damp rag to remove any sanding dust. Let the surfaces air dry. Set the cabinet up on a drop cloth where any extra paint might fall.
Step 4
Roll on a layer of primer paint over all the surfaces on the outside of the cabinet. Allow the primer to dry according to the directions on the can.
Step 5
Roll latex finish paint over all the surfaces, using a short-nap roller over the smooth surface of the fiberboard. Allow the paint to dry for at least 24 hours before using.
Step 6
Reapply the hardware and assemble the cabinet so that it is ready for use again.