Painting a Garage Door
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
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Hi. If the metal door has a factory finish that is faded (a common occurrence), then I would use regular latex house paint. Brush a small spot first, let it dry a day, then give it the "fingernail scratch test" to make sure it is adhering (see that video). However, if the door somehow gives the impression it won't "accept" a coat of latex (like if it's bare metal or has a finish that seems shiny and slick), then you should prime the door first with an oil-based primer, then topcoat with latex.
If you are using latex paint, it shouldn't need more than a few hours to dry in the cracks before the door can be closed. However, if you live in a humid area or it is getting cool at night, it's possible for the paint to be "reactivated" when it gets moist, which can cause it to stick again. Probably the best thing to do is give the paint plenty of time to dry in the cracks before closing the door, and then periodically open/close the door for a few days afterward to prevent sticking.
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Hi. I recommend you get the vehicles out of the garage before spraying the door, just to be on the safe side. You never know when overspray will make its way through a tiny crack. I always move vehicles far from any spraying I'm doing. I've dusted a couple of my own vehicles by forgetting or being careless.
Hi--I don't paint under/behind the door seal because it's not usually visible from the outside. However, if you can see that spot from inside the garage and you don't like it, use a small brush to get back there. Should be pretty quick.
Hi--I like to spray once horizontally and once vertically to make sure I get all the angles covered on the panels. A pro might not need to do this, but for homeowners I think it's a good idea, otherwise they might end up with light spots. And I'm with you on the extension wand--they can be a big help. I just figured most homeowners won't have one, and it's not entirely necessary. I especially like wands when spraying/backrolling interior drywall in new construction! Thanks for the comment.
As someone that has worked on garage doors for countless years and constantly sees fading or even peeling. I would say this method at best will last maybe a few years. But if any sunlight gets on it (in the northern hemisphere that means any east, south east, south, south west or west doors) will fade by or chip after one season. Best way is to sand the door. Not to strip old paint, but to create micro scratches that the paint bonds to better. Just cause you get a “metal bonding exterior paint” does not mean it will hold up to sun on a door. Garage doors get very hot in the summer. Or paint it like this and call me next summer when you decide to get a new door that comes with the factory paint designed to last decades
I use a low-lustre (eggshell) so it can be scrubbed or cleaned. Flat paint tends to mar when you try to clean anything off it. I suppose you could use a semi-gloss, but then it would be kind of shiny. Low-lustre or eggshell will work great because the sheen is in between a flat and a semi-gloss.
Good question. The only reason to do two coats, in my opinion, is if you're not getting full coverage with one coat, meaning you can see through to the undercoat. I address this briefly in Step 7: Spraying Painting the House, when I say you need to look closely at the siding to make sure you are getting coverage, and possibly give light spots a quick 2nd coat "touch up" while it's still wet. You can also increase the amount of paint you're spraying on... (Out of space, continued in next box.)
Thanks for the reply. Yes I will be using Latex, and I live in very humid area. (Middle of Alabama). Gets very hot and humid here. I'll let you know how it goes.
The idea is great,
Many people knows how to spray paint, but don't know how to do preparation before paint.
But..
The first coat sprayed.. was to slow and apply ti much paint.
I like the second coat sprayed not to fast or slow.
2 coats always the best option.
And we can wait around 10 minutes to dry a little bit.
This guy is cool, he makes the video cooler :)
In europe we would do the brushwork first so we dont need to cut so perfect and just wipe of any spot on the part you need to spray, and let that cure. Then close the door and spray the places that you're looking at the most. So you can keep the door closed while it cures for 2/3 days and dont risk dirt or scratches while opening and closing.
i am curious to your aproach! Gr from Holland.
How cool is this dude 😎
Like that swing music. On topic, thanks from Australia. What sort of paint did you use? Enamel, Latex etc.
NOTE: If not spraying, you can use a 2.5- or 3-inch angled tip brush and a 6-inch "mini-roller" on a good handle to paint a metal garage door. I would work out of a five gallon bucket with a roller grid in it rather than a roller pan. You can link to these items on my website to see what I'm talking about (go to the Interior Painting Store page). Use a good quality contractor's roller cover on the mini roller (NOT a foam cover). I think you can do a fine job with the brush and mini-roller combination. Just use the natural joints and breaks in the door to guide your progress, always starting your final layoff strokes at a joint so you don't get "start marks" in the middle of sections. And if you're not getting one-coat coverage, try going back to the sections after fifteen or twenty minutes and doing a final layoff when the paint is really tacky--often this can help you get better coverage. Good luck!
Interesting spray method....Size tip?
5-15 size tip in this video.
Thanks for the video! A couple questions:
1. Do these instructions change if it's a wooden garage door?
2. Do you need to prime?
3. Since it's outdoors, do you need to apply any clear coats or paint to protect against UV rays?
4. What kind of spray gun do you use?
Daniel--I'm not really aware of any nation-wide painting company. I suggest you go to a local paint store and ask them to recommend a good contractor who can spray your garage door for a reasonable price. The paint store managers usually know who does the best work. Good luck!
Hi--it is not necessary to strip off all the old paint. You should scrape off anything that's peeling, and do a small test spot with the new paint to make sure it sticks to the old paint (see my video "The Important Fingernail Scratch Test." And yes, you can use brushes and rollers to paint a garage door. It won't look quite as nice, but it works fine. Start with the insides of the panels and work your way out.
(Cont. from previous box) However, you can't put it on so heavy that it runs, so it's a fine line to walk. Usually you can get away with one good coat when spraying cement composite siding or other surfaces that do not need back rolling. However, back rolling will often cause the undercoat to speckle through, so you might need to do two coats then, at least in highly visible areas. Again, two coats doesn't add durability to a paint job, it's just for aesthetics, in my opinion.
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If you garage door faces the sun, I would use a white or very light color. In the summer, that door will radiate a ton of heat into the garage. Dark colors like yours make it worse. Great video sir.
Great video thank you very much mate
Hi--there really is no easy way to strip old paint. I've tried various commercial strippers and had variable results. Sandblasting might be the best option, as long as it can be done without damaging the wood. You would probably need to hire an expert to do that. I've always found sandblasting to be a better paint-removal option than trying to use chemical strippers when working outside. I also suggest you ask at your local paint store and see what they recommend. Good luck!
Vertical spraying will save you lots of walking, and will save your knees. Consider a 24 inch extension wand???
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How do you keep the paint from cracking on the rubber weather stripping?
you are the best my friend. i really like how you do your work .
can you teach me some tricks ?
Thanks for the nice comments. Most of my tips and tricks are found in the videos on my channel: czcams.com/channels/FZU7Y5tcxOXm7Zar4Ul7YA.html
Our garage door was white and we painted the squares yellow and we’re gonna paint the rest chocolate brown shortly
I’m hearing not to paint inside the cracks of a metal garage door due to sticking which can damage the door. Is that true?
Hi, Why my garage door wont open the day after a paint job??? It's kind of open on one side, but making a loud click noise struggle to go up.
Is there any change for paint to make its way into the garage? Is it OK to leave vehicles in the garage while doing this?
Love this!
What about over spray if there are cars close by ?
The time it takes to mask off, drag out and prep the paint and sprayer before you can spray and then clean out the sprayer when finished, you could have that door brushed and rolled in the same time without all the prep and clean up involved for spraying. Most garage doors have wood grain texture so you won’t see roller or brush marks.
mmm yea only issue is when you have a color swap most garage doors are white using a roller can lead to a second pass to the garage door , so i say spraying the door is a fast and better quality finish.
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what color you put here on the door, it looks really good
did you paint the rubber strip around the door too or was it taped off? what did you do about that?
Looks is tape there.
Looks professional taped.
(If is not painted)
what is the best way to strip old paint off of a wood garage door to prep it for a new coat pf paint?
Thank you good info.
Showed up to paint a door WITHOUT a sprayer! Ugh
It's absolutely a fact you can use a brush and roller depending on what stage of painting you're in. Is am not a professional so I would never attempt spraying. My door is small and flat. Easy but unfortunately this video will not assist me
Hey man thanks for the video! What color did you use on your siding?
When you brush paint on the trim or the cracks in the garage door, would you use roller brush or a hand paint brush? I'm worried of brush marks.
Mona Roloson I use a regular 2-inch angled brush...brush marks aren't a problem on the trim. As for the cracks between the panels, just use a very light coat of paint (what painters call a "dry brush"). And if you do brush any out on the surface of the door, wipe it with a rag if you are concerned about how it might look.
most over head door companies say not to touch the cracks between the panels.
for sure
How much paint did you use for priming the pump so you can paint that small garage door?
It usually takes about a half gallon of paint to prime the pump and get paint into the line (if you are using a 50-foot hose). I'd say to do a garage door like this you would want to have a couple gallons of paint on hand.
Great video I have a few questions though. is it really necessary to strip off all the paint of a wood door before applying your paint. if so do you recommend using a chemical paint stripper. Also can I paint my door using brushes as opposed to sprayers
Hi John. I enjoyed watching your video on Painting a Garage Door. Now I feel I pretty much understand what is needed to get this done. My health doesn't allow me to take on doing my own door though. Is there a nationwide company chain that will do the job like you do in your video for a reasonable price?
good
Woodglut is a good solution for every woodworker.
Would it be advisable to paint the a garage door and adding vertical and horizontal stripes?
Sure hope u primed that metal door with oil and used laytex paint
Thanks for the video! really new to painting here can i ask a question plz..
using a spray gun like the one you're using can i paint a wooden garage door? and can i or can i not paint a varnish / clear finish using a spray gun?
Can I paint behind weather strip, or will it stick together?
I notice on all of your videos you spray once. I'm new to spraying. But do you usually let it dry and then do another coat? Thanks again for the videos. VERY helpful!
This guy fucking rocks
Another hour or 2 alone cleaning and dealing with the sprayer
wish paint do u use normale paint or special paint for that door?
What’s you spray tip sizes?
Nice Job! I really like the colors do you still remember the name of the colors?
brown
What type of paint would you recommend for garage doors? flat?
What size of tip did you use?
Did you use water based or oil paint?
Hello what kind of mask are you using? thx
Thanks for this video. However I have a question. My house was painted last year, garage door included. When first opened the paint in between the cracks stuck, paint came off, and now it's real loud when raised. I have new paint now and want to repaint it myself. How long do you let each section dry before moving on to the next one? I don't want a repeat of last year. Thanks
most door companies say don't paint the cracks
Spray goes everywhere...daaah
What color brown is that?
What sort of paint did you use?
What color is that on door?
hey, great vid.
What size nozzle are you using?
Matt Vanderkwast I am using a 5-15 spray tip, which is a good all around size for spraying latex paint.
You are funny man!!
See my video on masking windows and doors. You can find it on my channel...they won't let me post a link in this comment.
Don't want to own anymore tools like a sprayer so I'll be brushing. How about paint pads?
I'm not much for paint pads except in a couple specialized situations. If not spraying, I would use a 2.5- or 3-inch angled tip brush and a 6-inch "mini-roller" on a good handle. I would work out of a five gallon bucket with a roller grid in it rather than a roller pan. You can link to these items on my website to see what I'm talking about (go to the Interior Painting Store page). Use a good quality contractor's roller cover on the mini roller (NOT a foam cover). I think you can do a fine job with the brush and mini-roller combination. Just use the natural joints and breaks in the door to guide your progress, always starting your final layoff strokes at a joint so you don't get "start marks" in the middle of sections. And if you're not getting one-coat coverage, try going back to the sections after fifteen or twenty minutes and doing a final layoff when the paint is really tacky--often this can help you get better coverage. Good luck!
Thanks HTP
What color is that? thanks.
its called brown
with a color change what about underneath the door seal ?
Do NOT brush those cracks people! This paint could adhere together and absolutely ruin your garage door/system
I never paint in the cracks of garage door ! It will stick forever. Every time you open the door it will make a loud popping sound .
What accent is this?
Nice job. That red isn't working, though.
last coat was a bit random to say the least!!!!
Hi--It may look that way, but the purpose of the final coat was to make sure the side angles on the panels got good coverage. A quick light coat applied with a vertical motion is all that's required for that, as long as you did a good job on the first pass (side to side). Thanks.
Perhaps better to get those potentially problematic parts first. Touching up after the main coat can leave flashing marks and overspray.
Have to disagree. There's nothing about a real skilled professional doing his job that is "stupid!" You underestimate yourself my friend. None of us weekend warriors should attempt that move spraying the trim unless we're willing to blow it and bugger up the siding. One slip is all that would take, like the hose catching, or stepping on it and jerking the gun, etc. I think that door looks great and I wish you were closer, I'd hire you!
Mmmmmmm! ok!
2 min 29 sec, yes, I think that is what you did! :)
You are out of breath. Too much walking for just a garage door. Isn’t it more efficient to spray it vertically so you only have to walk once?
What kind of paint did you use ?
I'm pretty sure he used Latex paint cuz, in another post, he said it works fine if it's been previously painted.