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80s-era kitchen makeover using paint

Joa2812
Finding My Feet
Joa2812
Joa2812
Finding My Feet

 

The Dulux Renovation Range was used to brighten an 80s-era kitchen.

 

 

The project

 

Aesthetic makeover to modernise our 80s kitchen using Dulux renovation range tile, benchtop and cabinet door paint. 


Before shot:

 

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Steps

Step 1

Remove all items off benchtops, remove sealant and clean down all surfaces with Selleys sugar soap spray.

 

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Step 2

Prep with painters tape and remove all cabinet doors.

 

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Step 3

Prime surfaces with primer, then apply coats of colour with roller.

 

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Step 4

 

Once dry, replace cabinet doors.

 

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Step 5

Apply finishing gloss coats to tiles and bench tops, and then apply sealant.

 

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Step 6

 

Replace tap fitting and wait for a week to completely dry before replacing benchtop items, and fully use kitchen again. 

 

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