What You Should Know About Painting covering Steel Doors

Painting surface steel doors is a very manageable home remodeling project for most homeowners. You do not need any extra tools or equipment, just some basic knowledge of how to take paint, how to prepare the surface, and how to indubitably do the bodily painting. None of this is terribly involved or difficult, so you can even make it a chore for a parent and a child to work on together.

When painting surface steel doors, your first notice is paint. Do not just head level to the paint store, because the type of paint you need to use will depend on the type of paint already on the door. You can apply latex paint over the top of existing latex or oil-based paint but you cannot apply oil-based paint over existing latex paint. If you are not sure what kind of paint is currently on the door, then opt for the highest quality 100% acrylic latex paint (gloss, semi-gloss, or flat). Think also about the color you choose, especially if the door is subject to direct sunlight, rain, or wind. curious colors look terrifying at the start but tend to fade more noticeably over time, requiring more frequent repainting.

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Preparing the surface and doing the bodily painting are next to consider. The surface must be free of dirt, debris, and flaking paint. It should also be wholly rough sanded to ensure the new paint will bond properly. Many population pick to do the surface preparation and painting with the door still installed, but this makes the job much harder.

A great way to do it is to take off the door and take it into a sheltered area such as a garage or covered porch. Lay the door on a pair of sawhorses so it is easier to work on it. The sanding will be easier and the painting will be easier as well. Painting on a flat surface makes it inherent to apply a heavier (more durable) coating of paint without the problem of runs or drips. If you effect these easy guidelines, your project of painting surface steel doors will be both fun and easy.

What You Should Know About Painting covering Steel Doors

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