In general it s a good idea to match the color of the garage door to the color of the house itself.
Undercoat for metal garage door.
For repainting existing doors any existing paint coatings need to be thoroughly abraded to provide a key and remove any loose and or flaking material.
If the garage door is made of wood you re likely best using a wood primer for exterior surfaces.
The factory paint was white but the customer painted it green about 8 years ago.
Metal garage doors can be painted by brush or by roller but if using a roller try and use one with natural fibers rather than man made.
Apply the agent as instructed and leave to dry and cure for at least 24 hours.
After rolling for a top class finish run over the paint with a good quality dry brush.
The door was originally bought from the factory and had a baked on enamel finish.
A contrasting trim color will create the look of depth around the door.
Acrylic latex exterior house paint is the best choice but be sure to choose a high quality paint.
In most cases a single coat of paint is all it takes but keep in mind it could take more than one coat to provide good coverage if you re painting the garage doors a color that s lighter than the original color.
Made with a tough and durable formula designed to withstand the elements with a quick drying time available in a range of colours to compliment.
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Sparkwright 1 aug 2016.
How to paint a metal garage door.
I will be painting a metal garage door that has been painted in the past.
For most garage doors lighter shades like white beige or pearl will work best because they won t fade as much in the sunlight.
19 nov 2005.
Make sure to allow each coat of paint to dry before you apply the next.
Wash with appropriate detergents providing a sound surface to coat.
Remember the better the job is prepared the better it will look and there is nothing quite as scruffy as a peeling faded garage door.
The paint is not flaking or blistering it s just dull.
Metal garage door flaking paint advice please.
Richard wenham 1 aug 2016 in forum.
He can t remember if he used primer.
Metal garage doors can be painted by brush or by roller but if using a roller remember to buy one with natural fibres rather than a man made material.
Re apply several coats of paint until the metal is completely coloured with no metal shining through.
Metal garage door is undercoat required before gloss.