Tips For Painting Your Garage Door
Tape off your Garage Door
Always tape off anything on your garage door that you don’t want painted. This includes windows, doors and anything else protruding from your garage door that might get painted over by mistake. This is especially important if you are using a roller to paint your garage door because the roller can easily miss spots.
Remove the Old Paint
If you’re converting an old garage door into a garage door, you will have to remove its paint. Painted garage doors can be difficult to paint. Use a power sander to remove the old paint, being careful not to damage the door.
If you’re painting a new garage door, you will have to take special care when removing its paint. Make sure the door is clean and dry before you begin the removal process. If there are any imperfections in the metal, fill them with filler before removing the old paint.
Apply the Primer
The primer is the first layer of paint that you will apply to your garage door. Primer is mandatory because it provides an evenly textured surface for the second coat of paint to adhere to. Use a roller or a brush to apply the primer to your garage door, being careful not to apply too much of it at once.
Apply the Paint
After applying the primer, you will have to wait for it to dry before applying another coat of paint. Use a roller or a brush when applying the second layer of paint. You should always use a high-quality exterior latex paint when painting your garage door because it is more resistant than other types of paints, it lasts longer and it gives that pop of color.
Clean Up
Once you have completed painting your garage door, the final step is to clean up all the mess that you have made. Make sure to remove any excess paint that is on your floor or walls.
You can easily clean up any paint that has dripped on the floor by using a damp cloth or paper towel. Use some water and soap to clean up any excess paint that has dripped on your walls.
