Door handles hinges frame and windows it s time to paint.
Painting a steel door with fusion paint.
Priming the door with a product designed specifically for metal will keep your paint looking better for longer.
Once the door is covered in one layer of paint allow it to completely dry before giving it a second coat emerald calls out four hours before recoating.
Thoroughly clean the door with a degreaser.
7 after applying a second coat of paint allow the paint to dry for at least four hours before replacing any hinges or hardware.
Yep it s finally time for my front door to get its makeover.
Since fusion is an acrylic based paint that provides a waterproof finish you can use it on exterior projects as well as interior ones.
Apply the wax block by rubbing it on the areas that you want distressed and then paint one or two coats as needed.
Prime the door with an oil based primer.
There were really two keys to making this project work.
Problem solved article over.
This is where you paint one coat of fusion paint then a layer of fusion s tough coat then a second coat of fusion paint.
Applying the paint is the most satisfying part of painting a steel door plan on a minimum of one coat of primer and two coats of finish.
Remove the door if possible and cover any parts of the door you do not wish to paint.
Use the angled brush for any recessed or beveled panel areas.
Just take it down and use a paint spray rig to coat it a few times and then reinstall it.
Roll on one light coat of your exterior paint on the flat areas of the door.
After you apply the ultra grip and let it dry you can use the fusion wax block to make distressing super easy.
Once the paint has dried lightly sand your project with fine sandpaper i used 220 grit.
Good prep and good weather.
I could make this article easy and finish it in just a few sentences.
Use a small paint roller to cover the door with two coats of primer giving plenty of time for the primer to dry between coats.
After your metal front door has been taped up to your liking this includes.
You have three methods of application to choose from brushing rolling or spraying.
Lightly sand the door then wipe it down to remove any lingering.
Make sure to stir up your paint prior to using and remember the key to painting anything is with thin multiple coats.
Brushing steel doors probably the most popular way to paint a steel door requiring the least investment of tools.