Remove the hardware from the door and place it somewhere safe.
Best paint to use on metal exterior door.
If your door is paneled start with the panels.
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.
Lightly sand the door with 400 grit sandpaper.
Using cheap paint or paint that has been thinned will result in a poorly protected surface one you will soon have to re prime and repaint.
If painting the door exterior only also paint the hinged edge of the door.
Pour the paint into a tray.
Door handles hinges frame and windows it s time to paint.
Paint in alphabetical order.
Then apply 2 coats of the primer letting it dry after each coat.
Add two coats of paint letting each dry completely.
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.
If the finish is free of cracking and peeling but simply needs a fresh coat the surface can be lightly sanded and cleaned and a fresh coat of glidden premium exterior paint can be applied.
When painting metal always use exterior latex paint.
After your metal front door has been taped up to your liking this includes.
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.
Door areas b to e next use a brush or roller on all remaining areas.
Use the vacuum with the dust attachment to clean off the door then wipe it down with a wet rag.
Make sure to stir up your paint prior to using and remember the key to painting anything is with thin multiple coats.
The interior color of the door should match the latch edge.
Most factory preprimed doors are meant to be painted with latex exterior paint but some manufacturers recommend other kinds of paint check the manufacturer s instructions to make sure you choose the correct type.
Steps for painting a door.
Latex paint is acrylic paint mixed with a binding agent that completely covers the surface staying with it no matter what.
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.
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.
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.