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AlanS17:
If all you want is a black cabinet, you could apply formica for the same price as a professional paint job (assuming you have the tools and the know-how).
AnalogKid:
Thanks for all the advice guys. I am going with Ken's suggestion that it is formica layer on the outside. Unfortunately, my woodworking skills are second only to my collection of tools, so putting formica on top is probably beyond my skill set.  And I doubt my wife would let me spend more money to get it professionaly coated with an automotive primer.

I did google "how to paint formica" and several websites suggested using Bullseye 1-2-3  primer for "hard to stick to" surfaces.  Anyone had any experience with Bullseye(or something similar) or am I barking up the wrong tree?

I'll post some pictures of my current paint disaster before I sand it down and start over, just for future reference of what not to do :)

AK
johnvv:
Zinsser (Bullseye 1-2-3) and Killz both make great primers.  Check each manufacturer's website for any additional notes for applying to formica. 

I'd also recommend you purchase your primer and paint at a paint store (Dunn-Edwards, Kelly Moore, etc.).  They should be able to help in your product selection and provide some other tips on preparing and painting formica. 


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