Painting Paneling and Cabinets

1. Clean the wood really well to remove dirt, grime and wax. Ammonia and water are usually sufficient to do the job however in cases where this does not work, try solvent such as mineral spirits.
   
   
2. Take the shine off the surface by lightly sanding or by using a chemical de-glosser.
   
   
3. Wipe the surface well to remove dust. A latex cloth dampened with mineral spirits or water works well.
   
   
4. Apply a stain killing primer before applying a topcoat.