Prime and Fill Imperfections
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How to paint oak cabinets FAST/EASY
What happens here
Visually inspect both the cabinet face frames and doors for any visible nicks, dings, or other surface imperfections. Apply a small amount of Bondo (a type of wood filler) or spackle to these damaged areas, using a putty knife to spread and level the material. Once the filler has completely dried and hardened, sand the repaired spots smooth with a sanding block or sponge until they are flush with the surrounding surface. Finish by spot-priming these repaired areas with spray primer to ensure uniform porosity and adhesion for subsequent coats.
Goal: Repair surface blemishes and prepare for full priming.
Tools and materials
- Bondo — Filling nicks and dings
- Putty Knife — Applying Bondo/spackle
- Sanding Block or Sponge — Sanding filled areas smooth
- Spackle — Filling small holes or imperfections
- Spray Primer — Spot priming repaired areas