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How to Paint Hardware or Metal Handles for Kitchen Cabinets

You can easily paint hardware or metal handles for an instant change in any room! This is especially true with your kitchen cabinets whenever you want to spray paint them matte black or any other color.
Course diy
Keyword how to paint door handles, paint colors home hardware, paint hardware
Prep Time 5 minutes
Active Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 15 minutes
Makes 1 knob
Author Angie Holden

Equipment

  • 1 awl or other pointed tool
  • sandpaper 80 grit

What You Will Need

  • spray paint matte black or another color; use a quality brand
  • sponge
  • cardboard

Instructions

  • Wipe down the knob with the sponge to remove any dirt on the surface.
    Before shot. Learn to paint hardware for your kitchen.
  • Use the awl to clean out any additional dirt from the hardware.
  • Roughen up the surface of the knob with sandpaper.
    Sanding step to paint hardware the correct way for a kitchen.
  • Wash the knob until it is fully clean
  • Paint the knobs with the spray paint in an even layer.
    Learn to paint hardware for your kitchen! Great after shot of some completed knobs.
  • Allow the knobs to dry for 24 to 48 hours.