Ask this old house painter mauro henrique teaches a homeowner how to paint a metal front entry door.
Painting a steel door with a window.
Some exterior doors have a single window positioned at eye level with one or more panels below.
Then apply 2 coats of the primer letting it dry after each coat.
Paint a metal door metal doors offer great benefits in security and weather resistance but to keep their surfaces welcoming and rust free you have to keep up with the painting.
Opt for oil based paint if painting outdoor metal surfaces such as fences patio furniture or backyard grills as well as heavily used indoor items like kitchen cabinets and window frames.
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Before you apply the primer and paint lightly sand the door with 400 grit sandpaper so the primer and paint will stick to it better.
Painting a metal door.
Paint stripper if you are painting over a metal door that is cracking or peeling paint stripping gloves sandpaper recommend 150 to 180 grit scraper drop cloths i cut up boxes instead of using an actual drop cloth special notes for if you re painting your door in place on its hinges.
Steel door painting tips.
To paint a steel door you ll need exterior paint and an oil based primer designed specifically for metal.
Painting a door or window with multiple panes can seem daunting at first but martha shows how easy it is to get the job done beautifully.
I could make this article easy and finish it in just a few sentences.
Using semigloss exterior paint and a 2 inch angled sash brush with synthetic bristles paint around the edges of the.
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Paint a section at a time.
Painting the panels on a door with a window can add architectural interest to the door.
Painting a steel door shouldn t need to be done for 8 10 years if completed properly.
If your door is paneled start with the panels.
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