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How do you protect maple cabinets?
All-natural cabinets will require a varnish as a finish should you decide to apply nothing else. Varnished maple cabinets will have better durability and heat resistance. A varnish is great for maple wood cabinets because it protects from age-related yellowing which can be common in this type of wood.
Can I strip my maple cabinets?
Maple is not at all difficult to refinish because it takes well to sanding, and staining or painting. Stripping the old stain is not necessary if it is in good condition and you only want to darken or refresh it with the same color.
What color handles for maple cabinets?
Cool-toned silver or pewter hardware works with whitewashed maple cabinets, as do vintage-look ceramic or glass knobs.
How do you apply glaze to cabinet doors?
Whether you have bought a premixed glaze or prepared your own, you must make sure that the glaze is thoroughly mixed. Use a paint stirrer or wooden stick to mix. This will ensure an even color and texture when applying. Apply glaze to a section of one cabinet door or drawer.
Can You glaze wood to make it look old?
If you want your maple cabinets to look old, weathered or antiqued then glaze can certainly be used. Glazing is an easy way to make wood look dirty. Glazing compound can be brushed on maple cabinets, but so can stain. Stain can also be applied with a rag and other techniques. Glazing, however, will become cloudy with too much glaze.
What should I use to wipe down glaze on kitchen cabinets?
Wipe down the glazed area using a clean, lint-free cloth. Wipe the area using a cloth rag or paper towel to achieve the look you want. You can use materials with different absorbencies for wiping down the glaze to achieve different looks along the seams.
What’s the best way to clean maple cabinets?
Bronze option: Wrap cheese in a paper towel dampened with vinegar and place into a sealed plastic bag or plastic container, refrigerate. Silver option: Wrap cheese tightly with plastic wrap and then again with foil, refrigerate. Gold option: Grate the cheese and put it into a plastic bag with 1 tablespoon of flour. Shake, seal and freeze.