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Cabinetry
Ok ya’ll. I know I have explained in previous posts how what methods I have used concerning painting. Truth is I had a lot of problems with the way I did the main living area. The master bedroom, bunk house and 2nd bathroom were all sanded. I was going by advice I had gotten from a friend who does this for a living. Although it’s stuck fairly well in the main living area I had a lot of places that have chipped or peeled. Since doing that room I have done several furniture projects and learned some more about painting laminate wood in RV’s.

Painting Accessories:
I have three things I like to use when painting. First is the painters tape. Don’t skimp on this. I have tried several other kinds and I like this the best. It’s Frog Tape and it works SO well! Comes off clean and isn’t as sticky as others out there that make it hard to use. Secondly are the Wooster Brushes. These are your lifesaver when it comes to painting cabinets. They are easy to hold and don’t leave brush marks. Third, when you go to paint the main part of your rv walls I recommend using lint rollers. They will give you the most even coverage. Then use small brushes for the smaller more detailed areas.




Walls

Thank you very helpful. Keep the advice coming. Just bought a barn find 31 year old winnabago chieftain. Need a total make over. Thanks again
Your so very welcome Olive. I am happy that my blog is helping folks out. That’s why I decided to create one! Thanks for being a follower!
~Christina
I am SO glad I found this before I started to paint. I have a 72 Bell with ugly paneling inside. Everything you said I needed to know. Thank you!!!
That is SO wonderful to hear! I am so happy when my posts help people out. That’s why I wrote them. 🙂 Keep in touch and let me know how it worked out for you.
~Christina
I did find this helpful,I have a 2015 Stoneridge fifth wheel,and I live in Canada,I’m having trouble finding the Glidden Gripper primer here at Lowes, Do they only sell this in the US? Because I looked for it in Michigan,and they said they don’t sell Glidden?Also I have cherry wood cabinet s.Do you think your process will still work on that type of wood?
Thank you
Judy
As far as only being sold in the US I’m not exactly sure about that. It’s interesting though to hear it’s not available in Michigan and that they don’t sell Glidden. I don’t have cherry wood cabinets. Some of the cabinetry was actual wood where the rest was just cheap wood covered in a film that looked like wood. I think the process would still work on that type of wood. I would sand a small piece where no one can see it though and try it out first just in case.
~Christina
Just starting to think about updating our 5th wheel. I want to paint the inside and later maybe paint the exterior! Thanks for all the great tips.
Very welcome. So glad I could be of some help!
~Christina
We are in the thinking and researching stage of revamping our older travel trailer. Your advice on razor cutting the paint ‘joints’ is the first I’ve read about and makes perfect sense! It is an extra time consuming step but would save disappointment in the end…thanks for the tip 🙂
I am thinking about doing some remodeling when we open our up this spring. So many ideas on RV Tips! Your information will definitely be referred to!! So glad there are people like you who share their expertise with those of us not so experienced!!!
Thanks for the guide! I am currently priming my rv and BM Stix primer is soooo thick. Im super worried the thick primer is going to crack off. Im thinking I will sand it smooth as best I can before painting.. But if it is a problem how would I correct? Just sand down to the laminate and start over. Ugh! Its so different than painting anything else.
You got the idea! Sorry I’m just replying. I hope your project has gone good so far.
We are remodeling several rooms in our home so I’m always looking for some inspiration. Thank you for the great article!
Your very welcome! Glad it could be of use to you. ~Christina