If your door has raised panels paint the reveals first and then the panels.
Can you spray paint a front door.
Insert a small piece of folded painter s tape into the keyhole so paint doesn t get in the lock mechanism.
If they are metal you can leave them as is.
Start by applying the primer.
Next remove or paint around any numbers windows or hardware.
After the paint has dried thoroughly you can remove any painters tape put your door hardware back on and be back in business.
How to paint a front door step 1.
If the door already has painted hinges paint them again.
When the primer is dry use a paintbrush to go over any trim work or details on the door.
A paintbrush will give you a nice hand painted look.
I highly recommend the handy sprayer that fits on spray paint cans.
It went from beat up brown to fabulous yellow.
You have more control with the attachment.
Here is the before picture what the front door looked like when we first moved in.
Insert the door hardware into the foam so you can easily paint all sides.
Depending on the condition of any old paint you might need to strip it down too.
Wipe down the door to remove all the girt and grime.
Give a light sanding to the entire door to give the paint a rough surface to grip.
With this particular color i needed two full coats and then i spotted treated a few areas by the windows with a third.
This allows you to get better coverage since it is hard on your finger when spray painting.
For this particular door i did not use a foam paint cover and roller to paint but i highly recommend if you have little to no windows in your door.
You can use a low nap or foam roller or a paintbrush for this.
Paint the rails starting with the top one working down.
A fresh coat of paint can hide minor imperfections on your front door defend it against harsh outdoor elements and boost curb appeal in a big way.
Cover the door completely.
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I used a metal primer one coat since my door is facing the sun with no shade.
You can use a roller for this application.
With the lid of front door paint tightly in place shake the jar well and begin.
Clean and prep the door.
The bottom may include.
Yep you heard that right i spray painted our front door.
I used krylon bauhaus gold and it was super easy.
Paint the door edge first.
Next it s finally time to paint.
But to get these entryway assets you can t.
Paint horizontally left to right.
I actually did not shut my door completely for a few days just to give it time to cure before basking it in the sun but then again you know your neighborhood better than i do.