Restoration of kitchen furniture

A kitchen set is an essential element of a modern kitchen. Designers offer a wide range of options, among which it is sometimes difficult to find the right one. You can restore any kitchen set yourself with a little effort and a minimum of financial costs.

Advantages of do-it-yourself restoration

Each user approaches repair issues with certain requirements and desires. Kitchen planning is the most problematic and complex process. It is necessary to think about the arrangement of furniture and equipment, maintain spaciousness and take care of free space. Selecting a kitchen set is a special issue. Despite all the variety presented on the modern market, choosing the right variety is sometimes very difficult. Some models do not fit into the overall interior of the kitchen, others are too overpriced. Therefore, many owners decide differently: they update the old set, thereby giving it a new life.

The advantages of self-restoration include:

• significant savings;
• furniture design in full accordance with personal requests and wishes;
• the opportunity to transform an old set in harmony with the overall design of the room;
• development of new creative skills.

Thus, independent restoration of old furniture has only positive and useful aspects.

DIY restoration methods

In order to transform a kitchen set, owners use many methods. Some people combine several methods at once.

Restoration options:

• decoupage (many use the technique of volumetric decoupage);
• gluing surfaces with a film of a different shade;
• coloring and applying bright designs;
• surface varnishing;
• replacement of accessories;
• updating the appearance of furniture (tabletops, chairs).

Among these options, each owner will be able to choose the best option for himself.

REFERENCE! The above methods are suitable for restoring any piece of furniture in the house.

Decoupage technique with photo

This option is the most popular in furniture design on the modern market. This style is particularly chic and luxurious.

Materials:

• sandpaper (for woodworking);
• degreaser (for plastic surfaces);
• putty;
• glue;
• varnish for processing;
• thin dense brush;
• materials for decoration (drawings, fabric texture).

The first stage in processing is cleaning the surfaces of the headset. Wooden materials should be sanded with sandpaper in several stages. The plastic is thoroughly washed with soapy water and then treated with a degreaser.

ATTENTION! When working with sandpaper, it is recommended to use coarse-grain paper at the first stage, and fine-grain paper at the second stage.

After cleaning, you can start decorating. Fabrics with bright patterns or patterns are suitable for this. The material is attached to the surface using ordinary glue. Make sure that the glue does not protrude beyond the edges of the decor.After finishing, the surface must be coated with acrylic varnish in 3 layers. Each layer should be applied only after the previous one has completely dried.

Many owners also use materials when decorating the inside surfaces of cabinets. The dishes look much brighter against this background.

Pasting with film with photo

This type of design is one of the most radical and profitable. As a result of the work, you can change the color scheme and texture of the headset, add bright inserts and ornaments.

IMPORTANT! When choosing a film with a pattern, pay close attention to the quality of the ornament. It should be even and smooth, without changes.

Before starting work, surfaces should be treated with sandpaper or solvent. All fittings from updated drawers (handles, buttons) should be temporarily removed. Using a tape measure, we take measurements of the surface to be pasted. On the wrong side of the film we mark the necessary parameters, leaving about a centimeter of allowance at the bend. Pasting is carried out from bottom to top. It is important to remove the paper layer during the process not immediately, but gradually. This will help avoid air bubbles. Once the job is done, it is very difficult to get rid of them. Finally, you need to run a rubber roller over the decorated surface to completely smooth it out. Next, secure the handles. The set is ready.

REFERENCE! A kitchen decorated in two tones looks especially impressive: a light top and a dark, patterned bottom.

Molding and painting

Molding is a facade decoration by gluing overlay elements made of wood or plastic. Molding, as a method of decoration, is most successfully combined with painting.

To begin, the surfaces of the cabinets should be treated with sandpaper or degreaser. Pay special attention to corners and hard-to-reach areas of relief milling. After cleaning, the materials are primed in two layers. The second layer should be applied only after the first has completely dried. This will help level the surface and get rid of chips, cracks or scratches.

IMPORTANT! During work, use a respirator as reliable protection against pungent odors.

Moldings are fixed to furniture using construction adhesive or nails without heads. When the fittings are securely attached, you can begin painting. The paint is applied with a brush or roller strictly in one direction. This will help avoid streaks. After drying, another layer is applied and the set is left until completely dry.

Varnishing and staining

Varnish treatment is suitable for those who try to preserve the original appearance of products. Transparent will help update the façade and restore brightness, while colored will change the shade of the furniture. The result of working with stain will appeal to people who want to visually “age” pieces of furniture. This method is often used in decoupage.

The process for working with both components is identical. The initial step is to sand the old surface with sandpaper. After removing layers of old varnish, carefully shake off the dust, wash the furniture and leave to dry completely. The primer will help hide the unevenness of the products. It is necessary to ensure the evenness of the soil layer. After processing, the building material is thoroughly dried. The selected product is applied with a brush. It is recommended to apply several layers of varnish for a more natural shine of the wood.A similar rule applies to stain: multi-layer treatment will give any furniture a popular and unique retro look.

Replacement of accessories

Changing the hinges and handles will help restore the normal functionality of the furniture. The hinges can be swapped, moving them to the other side, and you can purchase brighter and more original handles.

To change the hinges, it is necessary to dismantle the old materials and mark for new fasteners. According to established standards, new holes are drilled and hinges are installed. You can get rid of old markings using putty. You should choose an acrylic-based solution.

The handles are changed by removing the old material and installing new material. The location of the handles can also be changed by marking new fasteners and covering the old ones with putty.

Countertop update

The countertop is the main element in the cooking process, and therefore quickly loses its attractiveness and well-groomed appearance. You can update the tabletop using painting or decoupage. The step-by-step implementation of this process is described above. The most advantageous method is tiling or mosaic. They will help correct uneven surfaces, update the appearance and extend the life of the furniture.

When working with wooden material, sandpaper treatment is necessary. After cleaning, you can start decorating. It is recommended to apply the adhesive directly to the surface of the tile, as it dries quickly. With minimal investment of finances and personal time, the tabletop acquires a new appearance.

The kitchen is one of the main places in any home.Like any furniture, a kitchen set needs to be updated or replaced over time. Using several methods, you can restore your kitchen set yourself. This option will help save money, and the furniture will have a unique appearance and meet all the requirements of its owner.