How to Paint Built In Bookshelves and Cabinets - Step by Step DIY

Step by step guide for How to Paint Built In Bookshelves and Cabinets for DIYers
You can use this as a guide to painting unfinished and previously painted or stained built ins, cabinets, and bookshelves.

Step One – Clean and Repair
Step Two – Sand & Dust Off
Step Three - Tape, Paper, and Drop Cloths
Step Four - Primer
Step Five - Paint

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0:00 How to Paint Built Ins
1:11 How to Get Built Ins Ready to Paint
4:30 Seal Painters Tape with Wall Paint
5:37 Which Primer on Built Ins
6:11 Which Paint To Use on Built Ins
7:47 Using a Paint Sprayer on Built Ins
10:00 Why I Don't Use Oil Based Paints
13:15 Which Paint Sheen To Use on Built Ins
13:40 Do You Need A Top Coat on Built Ins

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