Preparing and Priming Cabinets

What happens here

Before painting, all areas surrounding the installed cabinet carcasses are masked off with paper and tape to protect them from overspray. Any imperfections on the plywood surfaces are filled with wood filler, which is then sanded smooth. The entire kitchen space is covered in plastic sheeting to create a makeshift spray booth. The presenter then loads his airless paint sprayer with a durable urethane trim enamel primer (Benjamin Moore Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel) and applies a thorough, even coat to all interior and exterior cabinet surfaces, as well as the assembled doors and drawer fronts laid out on sawhorses. He emphasizes the use of an airless sprayer for a smooth, factory-like finish.

Goal: All cabinet carcasses and doors are prepared for painting by masking surrounding areas, applying wood filler to imperfections, sanding thoroughly, and then spraying a uniform coat of primer.