How to Antique White Cabinets

Antiquing white cabinets is a great way to add character and charm to your kitchen or bathroom. Here's how you can do it:

Materials: - White cabinets - Sandpaper (medium and fine grit) - Paint (in a darker color than the cabinets) - Glaze or antiquing wax - Paintbrushes - Clean rags - Protective gloves

Instructions:

1. Remove all hardware from the cabinets, including handles, knobs, and hinges.

2. Use medium-grit sandpaper to lightly sand the surface of the cabinets. This will create a rough surface that the paint can adhere to better. Be sure to sand in the direction of the wood grain.

3. Apply a coat of paint to the cabinets in a color that is darker than the white. You can use a paintbrush or a sprayer for this step. Allow the paint to dry completely before moving on to the next step.

4. Once the paint has dried, use fine-grit sandpaper to sand the surface of the cabinets. Focus on the areas where the cabinet would naturally wear and tear, such as the edges and corners.

5. Apply the glaze or antiquing wax to the cabinets using a clean rag. Work in small sections, applying the glaze or wax to the surface of the cabinet and then wiping it off with a clean rag. The glaze or wax will settle into the grooves and crevices of the cabinet, creating an aged effect.

6. After you've applied the glaze or wax to the entire cabinet, let it dry completely. This could take up to several hours.

7. Once the glaze or wax has dried, you can reattach the hardware to the cabinets.

With these steps, you can easily achieve an antique look for your white cabinets that can add some extra warmth and depth to your kitchen or bathroom.