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.
Undercoat for metal garage door.
Acrylic latex exterior house paint is the best choice but be sure to choose a high quality paint.
Re apply several coats of paint until the metal is completely coloured with no metal shining through.
Richard wenham 1 aug 2016 in forum.
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He can t remember if he used primer.
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.
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.
I will be painting a metal garage door that has been painted in the past.
In general it s a good idea to match the color of the garage door to the color of the house itself.
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.
The paint is not flaking or blistering it s just dull.
Metal garage door flaking paint advice please.
The factory paint was white but the customer painted it green about 8 years ago.
Make sure to allow each coat of paint to dry before you apply the next.
Sparkwright 1 aug 2016.
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.
Discussion in decorating and painting started by jamiller 15 jun 2008.
19 nov 2005.
A contrasting trim color will create the look of depth around the door.
The door was originally bought from the factory and had a baked on enamel finish.
How to paint a metal garage door.
After rolling for a top class finish run over the paint with a good quality dry brush.
For most garage doors lighter shades like white beige or pearl will work best because they won t fade as much in the sunlight.
Wash with appropriate detergents providing a sound surface to coat.
Many companies make a metal primer and undercoat mixed.
Apply the agent as instructed and leave to dry and cure for at least 24 hours.
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.