Finishes

Primer Coat

The initial preparatory coat applied to raw wood or MDF cabinet surfaces before the finish paint or stain. Primer seals the wood pores, creates a uniform base for the topcoat, improves adhesion, and blocks tannin bleed-through that can cause discoloration. In quality cabinet finishing, primer is sanded smooth between coats to achieve the glass-like surface expected in professional painted cabinetry.

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