Painting A Metal Garage Door To Look Like Wood

If you have a metal door it is best to test the stain on a small metal piece or door trim and allow it to dry for a few hours.

Painting a metal garage door to look like wood.

Gently sand a previously painted door to make the door more receptive to primer. You can make yours look different and more expensive by painting them so they look like wood. In this video i transform metal doors into works of art. First step is to roll on the wood tone base coat.

Step 1 cleaning begin by completely and thoroughly cleaning the metal garage doors. If you re comfortable removing the door handle remove it to simplify the painting process. Before you start painting the garage door you should test the stain on a small area to have an idea of how it looks after drying. The newer generation faux wood door looks identical to a real wood door but is cheaper and requires less upkeep compared to a real wood door.

Now it s time to paint. A more expensive option is to install a faux wood garage door. Find a prop such as a broom handle or step stool to keep the door at your desired height while painting. So many people want wood garage doors here in utah but the climate is harsh and takes a toll on real wood doors.

After the paint dries you can see whether it looks good or not. Set a dropcloth on the ground near the door and tape the door frame and hardware with painter s tape to protect it from primer and paint. Be sure to check out the faux wood doors if you are shopping for new garage doors. You need to take off all the dirt and grime from the metal in order for the stain to adhere properly.