Remove the door from its hinge pins with the hammer and place it on the sawhorses.
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Cover the floor with newspaper or.
Open the door then seal the doorway with plastic to keep dust and bugs out of your house.
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Selecting paint for a metal door.
Remove the hardware from the door and place it somewhere safe.
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.
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To paint a steel door you ll need exterior paint and an oil based primer designed specifically for metal.
Use the vacuum with the dust attachment to clean off the door then wipe it down with a wet rag.
Then apply 2 coats of the primer letting it dry after each coat.
When painting metal always use exterior latex paint.
Pour the paint into a tray.
For metal doors such as a steel storm door work with oil based paint to stave off the formation of rust.
Steps for painting a door.
For fiberglass doors apply a water based paint as its thinner and less sticky composition.
Make sure to stir up your paint prior to using and remember the key to painting anything is with thin multiple coats.
After your metal front door has been taped up to your liking this includes.
Lightly sand the door with 400 grit sandpaper.
Door handles hinges frame and windows it s time to paint.