Painting New Metal Door Frames

Most new metal door frames come factory primed usually grey but sometimes red oxide.

Painting new metal door frames. This guide reviews how to paint a door frame as well as how to paint a door jamb. To paint a steel door you ll need exterior paint and an oil based primer designed specifically for metal. However steel door frames are susceptible to damage including dents and rust. If the door you are painting is in direct sunlight try to paint early in the morning before the door has heated up.

If painting light to moderately used indoor metal surfaces think wall sconces bed frames or guest room night tables go with water based acrylic paint a cheaper 15 to 40 per gallon. Then apply 2 coats of the primer letting it dry after each coat. If your frame is bare metal you should probably sand and prime it but with modern paints you don t ha. 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.

Using cheap paint or paint that has been thinned will result in a poorly protected surface one you will soon have to re prime and. Using semigloss exterior paint and a 2 inch angled sash brush with synthetic bristles paint around the edges of the. Metal doors that very hot in sunlight will compromise the quality of the paint bond. Applying paint over rust will cause the paint to bubble and peel.

If your door is paneled start with the panels. Paint a section at a time. Steel door frames are strong and durable alternatives to wooden door frames. If possible paint the door frame before installation to reduce the amount of masking required to protect surrounding surfaces.

Repairing the damage is a requirement prior to painting. Paint a metal door metal doors offer great benefits in security and weather resistance but to keep their surfaces welcoming and rust free you have to keep up with the painting. The other parts of the door frame are the head sill door stop and weather stripping on exterior doors painting door trim can be an easy project as long as the prep work is properly done. Door frames secure a door and hold it in place.