How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets The tools you’ll need: - Drill (or screwdriver) - Painter’s tape - Sharpie - TSP cleaner - Gloves - Glasses - Cleaning sponges - Rags - Sanding sponges - Painter’s tripods - Drop cloth - Pan and liner (or ice cream bucket and grid) - Angled brush - Small roller 2 brushes - Bonding primer - Acrylic latex-based paint (semi-gloss or satin sheen) Day 1: Prep 1) Remove hardware, drawers and doors (number where needed) 2) Setup drop cloth, painter’s tripods, etc. 3) Clean