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How to Elevate your Bathroom with Creative Cabinets

Tired of your bathroom's current look? Give your bathroom a clean and elevated refresh. For this project, Ale Pontes from @DADMAKESMAGIC transformed his bathroom by adding a fresh coat of paint on his cabinets.

Blue bathroom cabinets with gold sink hardware, mirrors, and accents, sitting on a black and white tile floor
How to Elevate your Bathroom with Creative Cabinets
  • Brown Bathroom Cabinet on while tile floor
    1

    Clean & Prep

    Wipe down the vanity, shiplap, crown molding and baseboards with a damp cloth.

    Next, use a degreasing cleaner on the vanity to remove product buildup or residue. Let everything dry completely before the next step.

  • A man applying yellow FrogTape Delicate Surface Painter's Tape to the bathroom floor where the cabinet meets the floor
    2

    Protect Surfaces with Tape

    Determine which tape works best for your surfaces. FrogTape® Delicate Surface Painter's Tape is suited for delicate or freshly painted walls. FrogTape® Multi-Surface Painter's Tape is best for tougher areas. In this space, Ale used the delicate painter's tape where the baseboards meet the flooring, and green tape was used on the walls.

    After application, press down firmly to seal the tape and activate the PaintBlock Technology®.

  • Yellow FrogTape Delicate Surface Painter's Tape being applied to a bathroom floor where the wall meets the floor.
    3

    Prime Surfaces

    If you're painting over dark colors, glossy finishes or bare wood, apply a bonding primer. To apply, use a brush for edges and a small foam roller for flat sections like drawer fronts and shiplap. Once dry, lightly sand between coats using a fine-grit sanding sponge to smooth out any brush marks or uneven spots. Wipe away dust with a tack cloth before applying the next coat.

  • A Bathroom Cabinet being painted a blue gray color
    4

    Paint the Vanity Cabinets

    Choose a satin or semi-gloss cabinet paint for durability. Apply two thin coats, sanding lightly between each one for a smooth finish. Let the first coat dry fully before applying the second. Use a brush for corners and details, then a roll for larger, flat areas.

  • A man applying FrogTape Advanced Painter's Tape to a wall where the upper door trim meets the wall
    5

    Bring the Space Together

    To make the bathroom cohesive, you can paint the shiplap, crown molding and baseboards like Ale did in his bathroom. For best results, use a trim or wall paint with a satin or semi-gloss finish. Paint the shiplap using a roller for the boards and a brush for the grooves. Use an angled brush for baseboards and crown molding, working in long, even strokes. Sand lightly between coats for a polished result.

  • A man painting the upper wainscotting trim in a bathroom blue gray
    6

    Remove Tape

    For the cleanest lines, remove the painter's tape while the paint is still tacky. This should be around 1 hour after application. Peel slowly at a 45-degree angle.

    If the paint is dry, lightly score along the edge before removing the tape.

  • Modern Blue Bathroom Cabinets with gold sink hardware, mirrors, and accents, sitting on a black and white tile floor
    7

    Cure & Reassemble

    Let everything dry and cure fully—usually 24 to 48 hours—before reinstalling hardware or placing items back. Touch up any edges with a small brush if needed. Then step back and enjoy your beautifully refreshed space!

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