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Wanting to paint my front door but dunno what type of paint to use? Oil, enamel etc
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Google itYou guys aren't very helpful lol. I'm not painting a boat or dock and Rustoleum is a brand not a type
Well technically I think all their paint is oil based. That is what I used on mine. The hunter green one to be exact. Just make sure you prep the door first and sand down the spots where the old paint was chipped. If not, your color might get a little wonky in that spot but your paint will ened up chipping off in the same spot in a few years. Also make sure you can leave the door open until dried. Not being a condescending butthole, but I have known way too many people who shut wet doors only to have them stick, lose paint, or get the the paint all over the door frames.You guys aren't very helpful lol. I'm not painting a boat or dock and Rustoleum is a brand not a type
Latex paints provide ease of application, fast drying times and they tend to hold up better in weather (fade resistance). Their rust protective qualities on metal are questionable.Wanting to paint my front door but dunno what type of paint to use? Oil, enamel etc
I was going to remove the door. Bad idea?Well technically I think all their paint is oil based. That is what I used on mine. The hunter green one to be exact. Just make sure you prep the door first and sand down the spots where the old paint was chipped. If not, your color might get a little wonky in that spot but your paint will ened up chipping off in the same spot in a few years. Also make sure you can leave the door open until dried. Not being a condescending butthole, but I have known way too many people who shut wet doors only to have them stick, lose paint, or get the the paint all over the door frames.
I am googling it....on usmb lol. I want real world advice not a sales pitch from online sites.Google it
Kilz Primer and an oil based enamel if looking for longevity and protection. Don't even think of a paint mixed with a primer just to save time and hassle of clean up.Wanting to paint my front door but dunno what type of paint to use? Oil, enamel etc
Excellent idea.I was going to remove the door. Bad idea?
Not a bad idea. Just seems like unnecessary work unless you are planning to use an electric sander on it. Just be aware also that if you put thick coats on the sides of the door, you door may stick/ not close well whichever way you do it. Some doors are tighter fits than people realize.I was going to remove the door. Bad idea?
Use a good stainless steel primer then you can use any top coat.... a galvanized metal-etching primer such as....Wanting to paint my front door but dunno what type of paint to use? Oil, enamel etc
That looks like a foam filled fiberglass, such as a Smooth Star by Thermatru, rather than a standard waffle filled stock steel door. Painting recommendation would be the same. Taking out the insert was a good idea also. Replacement screw covers are easily available.