Proper Procedure Of Painting Wood Grain Fiberglass Door
Fiberglass doors have numerous benefits of both steel as well as wood doors with fewer drawbacks. A fiberglass door is extremely lightweight as well as maintenance-free. This type of door is also resistant, though not impervious, to chipping and scratching. It resists temperature changes, providing more insulation than wood. Woodgrain fiberglass is molded to bear a resemblance to natural wood grain. Painting a fiberglass door will allow you to quickly change the appearance of your home. In spite of the fact that pulling out the door from the frame provides the best coverage, rehanging the door is a difficult process. Painting the door with utmost care while it is still secured is a much simpler as well as a faster project.
Things You Will Need
- Painter's Tarp & Rags
- Acetone Or Mineral Spirits
- Dish Soap Or Other Mild Detergent
- 220-Grit Sandpaper & Painter's Tape
- Paintbrushes, Assorted Sizes
- Bonding Primer
- 1 Quart Exterior-Grade Water-Based Latex Paint
- Paint-Stirring Stick
Step 1: Preparation
- Clean The Door Using Acetone Or Mineral Spirits
First of all, put down a painter’s tarp through the door in order to catch spills. Clean the door with the help of a rag dipped in acetone or mineral spirits. Allow the cleaner to dry completely as long as the odor has dissolute. - Wash The Door Thoroughly
Soak a clean, soft rag into a mild detergent solution and wash the door thoroughly. Rinse with the help of a fresh rag before allowing the door to dry entirely. - Sand The Wooden Trim Lightly
Sand the wooden trim gently, delicately, or softly around glass insets, if applicable, using 220-grit sandpaper. It is important not to sand the fiberglass. Wipe off sanding dust with the help of a lint-free cloth dampened in acetone. - Apply A Thick Coat Of Bonding Primer
Cover the glass, hinges, and doorknob using painter’s tape. Make sure to keep away from taping the wood or fiberglass. Spread a thick coat of bonding primer with the help of a small paintbrush to the newly sanded wooden trim. Allow the primer to dry for nearly two hours or as long as it is no longer tacky.
Step 2: Painting
- Paint The Wooden Trim Around Glass Inserts
Open the paint before stirring it slowly in order to make sure that it is evenly mixed. Keep away from rapid stirring, due to the fact that it can cause air bubbles to appear. Soak a narrow paintbrush into the paint and get rid of the excess by wiping it on the edge of the can. Paint the wooden trim around glass inserts, making sure to follow the grain of the wood. - Paint The Vertical Centerpiece Of The Door
Paint the recessed door panels with the help of a wide brush. Use smooth as well as even strokes in the direction of the grain. Smooth out the paint as you go in order to avoid drips or runs. Work from the center of each panel out through its faces. Paint the vertical centerpiece of the door, usually known as a stile, using a smooth up-and-down motion. - Paint The Horizontal Sections Of The Door
Paint the horizontal sections of the door, usually known as the rails. Start at the top and proceed your way to the bottom. Use a smooth crossways stroke. As you meet formerly painted areas, use gentle strokes in order to feather out the paint and avoid hard edge marks. - Paint The Remaining Vertical Stiles
Brush the remaining vertical stiles using smooth up-and-down strokes. Start at the left and proceed your way to the right. Feather the paint as you meet formerly painted sections before finishing with the door's edges. - Allow The Door To Dry Overnight
Allow the door to dry overnight & then remove the tape, using the door or applying a topcoat. Topcoat substitutes include a second coat of paint or a sealant.