Set up a spray area by covering work area with a drop cloth.
Spray painting exterior metal door.
It s true that a nice sprayed on finish from a basic paint spray rig is the best way to paint any door but it s not always possible.
To small and the primer or paint will exit the tip with fingers at each end of the spray fan and to big will deposit a large amount of paint on the doors surface when spraying a steel door i use a 311 or 313 spray tip with exterior acrylic and 310 fine finish or 311 with alkyd finishes.
Paint a section at a time.
Both dedicated exterior paint used in addition to a separate primer covered below and exterior primer and paint in one products will do the job.
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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.
Large cans may be the most cost effective option when painting large linear metal objects such as fences and backsplashes but spray paints e g rust oleum hammered metal finish spray 8 74.
Latex paint is acrylic paint mixed with a binding agent that completely covers the surface staying with it no matter what.
Using a screwdriver remove door from hinges and hardware from door.
Use painter s tape to completely tape off any area that you do not want painted.
Just take it down and use a paint spray rig to coat it a few times and then reinstall it.
To paint a steel door you ll need exterior paint and an oil based primer designed specifically for metal.
After your metal front door has been taped up to your liking this includes.
Make sure it is a well ventilated area.
Then apply 2 coats of the primer letting it dry after each coat.
If your door is paneled start with the panels.
Spray paint project steps.
When painting metal always use exterior latex paint.
For metal doors such as a steel storm door.
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.
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.
Use cardboard or paper to mask window area.
Door handles hinges frame and windows it s time to paint.
Painting a metal door.