Before painting, check the weather.
You should plan for two to three days of mild temperatures, no rain, and mild humidity.
For specific ideal conditions for painting, it’s best to consult the label on your specific paint.
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If your door is vinyl or wood, be careful not to damage the material during this process.
Once clean, rinse away all soap.
Tape off Door
Once the door fully dries, tape off the door.
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Then, fold the tape around to the back and terminate the garage door.
To avoid hard-to-clean drips on the concrete, lay out a drop cloth.
Use an angled paintbrush to paint the inside details of each panel.
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Wipe any excess from the rails and stiles before moving onto the next panel.
Together, they surround the door panel.
Work in small sections to maintain a wet edge.
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Tip
To secure your back, set the garage door to manual operation.
This will allow you to adjust the height of the door as you paint.
Paint Door
Once the primer is dry, repeat the same painting process with the exterior paint.
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Paint Trim
Paint the garage door trim if needed at this point.
This will help it blend in cohesively with the door or to add contrast.
Use a premium acrylic latex or oil-based exterior paint for the longest-lasting coverage.
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Premium acrylic latex or oil-based exterior paint are the best options for a garage door.
Both of these types of paint will hold up the best outdoors and withstand the elements.
Painting the garage door is a great idea for aesthetic purposes!
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Yes, a garage door should be primed before painting.
If it is adequately primed, then the paint could last up to a decade.
Healthy Indoor Painting Practices.
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United States Environmental Protection Agency.
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