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.
Painting exterior steel door.
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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.
Add two coats of paint letting each dry completely.
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Fortunately today most newly installed steel entry doors come pre primed meaning a coat of primer was applied at the factory and the door is ready to paint.
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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.
If your door is paneled start with the panels.
Steps for painting a door.
Using semigloss exterior paint and a 2 inch angled sash brush with synthetic bristles paint around the edges of the.
Over the years i ve developed a plan for the preparation of painting a steel door.
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.
Satin elegant front door paint is a high quality durable paint that allows you to change the look of your whole house in just one day.
Lightly sand the door with 400 grit sandpaper.
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.
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Remove the door from its hinge pins with the hammer and place it on the sawhorses.
Remove the hardware from the door and place it somewhere safe.
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Then apply 2 coats of the primer letting it dry after each coat.
To start you need a good exterior steel paint.
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.
Priming the surfaces on the exterior of your house is a crucial step in painting them because it seals the surface and ensures the final coat of paint will adhere well.
Use the vacuum with the dust attachment to clean off the door then wipe it down with a wet rag.