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.
Best paint for exterior metal door.
Paint a section at a time.
Using semigloss exterior paint and a 2 inch angled sash brush with synthetic bristles paint around the edges of the.
Remove the door from its hinge pins with the hammer and place it on the sawhorses.
Latex paint is acrylic paint mixed with a binding agent that completely covers the surface staying with it no matter what.
Paint the door with at least two coats of exterior satin or semi gloss paint following the same process you did for the primer and.
When painting metal always use exterior latex paint.
If painting light to moderately used indoor metal surfaces think wall sconces bed frames or guest room night tables go with water based acrylic paint a cheaper 15 to 40 per gallon.
Steps for painting a door.
Preparing the door for a fresh coat of paint if your door has old paint on it what you do will depend on the condition of the paint.
For a door made of pine white fir or another wood species that doesn t bleed i e gives off tinted compounds in wood called tannins go with a water based exterior paint such as behr.
You ll likely have to purchase through their website however as the brand is difficult to find in store.
Remove the hardware from the door and place it somewhere safe.
To start you need a good exterior steel paint.
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This means that when you use latex paint the paint will move with the door when it expands and compresses in warm and cold weather.
To paint a steel door you ll need exterior paint and an oil based primer designed specifically for metal.
Pour the paint into a tray.
Lightly sand the door with 400 grit sandpaper.
Use the vacuum with the dust attachment to clean off the door then wipe it down with a wet rag.
Most of f b s exterior paints work best on masonry but they still offer a variety of products designed for wood metal and more.
Add two coats of paint letting each dry completely.
Over the years i ve developed a plan for the preparation of painting a steel door.