How to Replace Edge Banding on Cabinets279

Edge banding is a thin strip of material that is applied to the edges of cabinets to cover up the raw wood and give them a finished look. Over time, edge banding can become damaged or peeled off, which can make your cabinets look unsightly. Fortunately, replacing edge banding is a relatively easy and inexpensive project that you can do yourself.

Materials You'll Need* New edge banding
* Iron or edge bander
* Trim router
* Sandpaper
* Wood filler
* Mineral spirits
* Tack cloth

Instructions1. Remove the old edge banding. Start by using a utility knife to score along the edge of the old edge banding. Once you have scored the edge banding, you should be able to pry it off with a putty knife or a pair of pliers.
2. Clean the surface. Once you have removed the old edge banding, you need to clean the surface of the cabinet to remove any glue residue or dirt. Use a tack cloth to wipe down the surface.
3. Apply the new edge banding. The best way to apply new edge banding is to use a professional edge bander. However, if you don't have an edge bander, you can use an iron or a hair dryer. If you are using an iron, set it to the lowest heat setting and use a piece of wood to protect the edge banding from the heat. If you are using a hair dryer, hold it about 6 inches away from the edge banding and move it back and forth until the edge banding is melted and adheres to the cabinet.
4. Trim the edge banding. Once the edge banding is applied, you need to trim it to size. Use a trim router to trim the edge banding flush with the surface of the cabinet.
5. Sand the edge banding. Sand the edge banding lightly with sandpaper to smooth out any rough edges.
6. Fill in any gaps. If there are any gaps between the edge banding and the cabinet, you can fill them in with wood filler. Use a putty knife to apply the wood filler and smooth it out.
7. Clean the surface. Once the wood filler has dried, use a tack cloth to wipe down the surface of the cabinet.

Tips* If you are using an iron to apply the edge banding, be sure to use a piece of wood to protect the edge banding from the heat.
* If you are using a hair dryer to apply the edge banding, hold it about 6 inches away from the edge banding and move it back and forth until the edge banding is melted and adheres to the cabinet.
* Be sure to trim the edge banding flush with the surface of the cabinet.
* If there are any gaps between the edge banding and the cabinet, you can fill them in with wood filler.

2024-12-25

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