Article about Painting A Wood Door:
How To Properly Paint A Wood Door
It’s surprising really, how easy it is to paint a wood panel door; the process usually reduces down to a 30-minute project, requiring nothing more than a bucket of paint and a decent brush. With just a little preparation and patience you can achieve fantastic results.
Follow these easy steps and your newly painted door will be a source of pride and accomplishment.
What you’ll need:
• Primer – High quality, oil-based
• Paint – High quality, semi-gloss
• a 3-4" Black China brush (for oil-based paint) or a Synthetic Bristle brush (for latex paint)
• 220-grit sandpaper & sanding block
• Tack cloth
1. Prepare the project
• Avoid painting following a rain or in damp weather; the door should be finished right after the wrapping is removed.
• The more care taken in preparing the door’s surface before painting, the better the results. Remove all hardware, and fill any nail holes with wood filler.
2. Prepare the door
• The surface should be clear of any dirt; it should be clean and dry. If there are any handling marks, you can remove them by lightly sanding the surface.
• Finally, wipe down the surface of your wood panel door with tack cloth to ensure a dust-free finish.
3. Apply the primer
• Apply primer in sections.
• When painting stiles and rails, use long strokes to prevent paint from pooling where the horizontal rails and the vertical stiles meet.
• Paint the four edges last (top, bottom, left, and right).
4. Allow the paint to dry
• Allow the paint to dry before applying a second coat. Consult the paint manufacturer’s directions for drying times.
5. Ensure the quality of the result
• The entire door (all 6 sides) requires 2 coats minimum to ensure a complete seal; restricting moisture absorption and maintaining your door’s warranty.
6. Reinstall the door
• You’re finished! Now get that thing back in its opening, and put
By: Mason Morrison
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Mason Morrison writes home improvement articles for Masonite Doors, a leading producer of residential front doors and glass doors.
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