Gel Stain Over Paint Kitchen Cabinets. Dont forget to wipe down the cabinets with a tack cloth to remove any sanding dust. I decided to paint our kitchen cabinets.
Really work it into the grooves of the wood and make sure you apply it all over. Apply a thin coat of stain to the cabinets using a paintbrush. Over the years I have pretty much tried every stain product on the market and nothing compares to General Finishes Java Gel Stain oil-based.
Do not remove the stain treat it like a paint.
Using gel stain is a win for sure. Apply a thin coat of stain to the cabinets using a paintbrush. If you want a darker color apply a. Then apply polyurethane again.