How to Stain a Kitchen Island

An all white kitchen is in need of some texture and interest. Try adding bead board sheeting to a kitchen island and instead of painting it, create a contemporary style by staining it brown. The result is fresh and modern, and creates a focal backdrop for your favorite pieces and collections.

Before

After

PREP BEAD BOARD

Sheet bead board is inexpensive and can be easily cut and installed with finishing nails or brads on an island.

Wipe and clean bead board of any dust using a whisk broom or tack cloth.

Cover all flat surfaces with tape and drape (note: stain creates vapor because of its low viscosity, so make sure to cover all flat surfaces in the room).

Cover all baseboards with tape and drape, and secure with blue painter’s tape.

Step 1

PREP STAIN SPRAYER

Assemble your Wagner FLEXiO sprayer with the detail front end and gather a paint cloth and stain of choice.

Step 2

REVIEW STAIN SPRAYER INSTRUCTIONS

Prior to starting your spray project, read all the instructions included on the quick reference saddle on the back of the sprayer. Keep handy for quick reference.

Step 3

FILL STAIN SPRAYER

Remove spray head from the sprayer and unscrew top. Fill the sprayer halfway with stain. Re-assemble spray head and attach to sprayer.

Step 4

SET SPRAYER TO VERTICAL SPRAY PATTERN

Set sprayer to vertical spray pattern to match the vertical pattern of the bead board.

Step 5

TEST SPRAY COVERAGE

Place sprayer on lowest setting and test spray coverage on cardboard or spare wooden board.

Step 6

START STAINING WITH SPRAYER

Moving from right to left, hold the sprayer 8-10 inches from the bead board surface and spray wall in an up and down vertical pattern. The stain will disperse quickly and the first coating will be a base coat to build on.

Step 7