Old Fridge Transformation

STEP 3: Remove the doors. Different fridges will require different tools for this step; I had to use both a wrench and a Phillips head screw driver. I put all the hardware to the side.

STEP 4: I removed the white handles and, instead of painting them stainless steel as well, I decided to paint them a glossy black. I set them aside to dry.

STEP 5: I was finally ready to paint. The product contains real stainless steel pigment, so that’s pretty cool! It’s a very stinky paint, so if you can’t haul your fridge outside, make sure you wear a respirator.

STEP 6: I started with my brush and trimming out all the smaller area around the open spaces.

STEP 7: After attempting to just cut the paint, I decided to tape it off first and then paint the smaller areas. I wanted to see how meticulous I could get with this paint job; I didn’t want it looking sloppy.

STEP 8: After 2 coats, this is what the fridge looked like. Since the instructions said it was an “easy single application” I was shocked to see it look this patchy. I decided to switch from a foam roller, like the instructions called for, to a regular roller. After I made this switch, the paint went on much better. Dry times also took awhile, so take that into account.

STEP 9: After about 4 coats, I put all the hardware back on, put the doors back on the fridge, and got ready to step back and take in handy work!

STEP 10: I put the handles back on and it looked great!

The result is pretty spot on!