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Friday, July 20, 2012

The Best Advice In Home Appliance Repair For You

Knowing how to use appliance paint is great way to update kitchen appliances on a small budget. Often old appliances still function well, but may be an undesirable color. In these cases, appliance paint can be used to update the color of your kitchen, without the expense of a new appliance.

Using Appliance Paint to Repair Chips

Many manufacturers include a small amount of appliance paint to fix the appliance if it becomes chipped. In this case, the application process is fairly straightforward. First, clean the area thoroughly and allow it to dry. There should be no grease or lose paint to prevent the appliance paint from adhering. Next, using a disposable paintbrush, apply the appliance paint to the chip in the item you are repairing. Sometimes several coats can be used to cover the depression made by a deep chip.

How to Use Appliance Paint to Alter the Color of an Appliance

Learning how to use appliance paint to alter the color of an appliance can be difficult. Creating professional results will take time, effort, and a steady hand. Homeowners who expect a finish comparable to a new, professionally finished appliance will be disappointed. Also, appliances such as range tops and ovens should not be repainted.

Step #1: Choose the right paint. Appliance paint is usually available in brush on or spray on varieties. For this application, a spray on paint is desirable.

Step #2: Move the appliance. Place the appliance on a drop cloth for painting in a well ventilated area. For even application, consider shifting the appliance so the side being painted is always parallel to the floor.

Step #3: Clean the appliance thoroughly. Make sure that all the grease, dust, and other dirt is removed. Debris on the appliance will prevent the paint from adhering correctly. A degreaser is an excellent choice for most appliances.

Step #4: Mask or remove anything you do not wish to paint. Knobs and handles can often be removed, but other items, such as gaskets, will have to be carefully masked with painter's tape to protect them during painting.

Step #5: Apply the first coat. Apply a very thin coat of appliance paint, creating even coverage. Allow the coat to dry thoroughly before proceeding. You may have to paint each side of the appliance and allow it to dry separately.

Step #6: Apply subsequent coats. Three coats is the minimum for appliance paint, but more may be required depending on the colors being used.

Final Considerations

Using appliance paint in the kitchen may be difficult for people without experience using spray on paint, or the patience or time to complete this job. Many body shops and other professionals will refinish your appliance for several hundred dollars: a great deal when compared to the time required to complete this project.

Monday, July 16, 2012

With These Tips, Any Home Can Be A Dream Home!

I remember my Grandmother's refrigerator, Antique, working, full of style, but the color, was this hideous pea green. Now I have my antique refrigerator that flows with the theme and matches the colors used in my kitchen! Follow these steps to paint that unsightly appliance into a savvy statement of decorum!Nearly every home has one, a kitchen utensil that sticks out like a sore thumb, well not in today's do it yourself world, here's everything you need to make that appliance match in just a few simple steps. The best part is, you can do it at a fraction of the cost of buying a new appliance!

1.Take note on it's condition.
Does it have dents? Scratches? Rust? These are some of the things you will need to know before you go to the local home improvement store. Are you just touching it up or are you painting the entire thing? Some scratches can be removed with some light sanding of the surface- don't over-sand, you don't want to chip excess paint around the scratch.

2. The Purchase
You'll want to fill in dents and deep scratches and stop or prevent rust before you apply any new paint to the surface of the object.
Choose your color and purchase your acrylic paint from your local stores or order them on-line, please be sure to order enough to cover the entire area, it's always better to have a little extra than not enough. If this appliance is a conductor of heat, be sure to read the labels carefully and purchase a product that has some heat resistance.

2a- for scratches and dent touch ups only, a small can of paint and a brush is recommended.

2b- in larger projects,( the entire appliance) spray is both quicker and easier to handle.

3. Clean your surfaces completely and allow to dry.
Remove any foreign objects from the appliance that could have built up: dust, smoke, grease etc, then let dry. A light cleanser and scouring pad will work great.

4. Fill, sand, or treat any discrepancies using the proper fillers, fine grit sandpapers or rust prevention products. Use these products according to their directions labeled by the manufacturer. Wipe clean with a light detergent and water.

5. Cover, tape, or remove the parts of the appliance that will not be painted.

6. Place or make sure that your appliance is in a clean, dust-free, well ventilated area.

7. Reading the label directions and following carefully, paint the appliance. Allow to dry completely before placing on the second coat. (If additional coating is necessary, allow coats of paint to dry between applications.) You may choose to use a clear glossy coat to put over the paint for extra protection and a sleek look.

Now that you've finished, you're proud of your work and the new look of your flashy new equipment, invite some friends or family over to show it off or spread the word and give someone else these steps so that they may achieve their home beauty as well!