Begin by applying paint to the inside of the top panels.
Panel door painting sequence.
Paint the door panels 1 2 3 and 4.
Follow the right sequence when applying the paint.
Rotate the door after the first face is painted and even while it s still wet use the sides to grip the door and.
Within each section there.
The easiest way to paint a door is to remove the door then remove the knobs and latch.
Follow the same technique you used when you applied primer to the panels.
Painting a door on sawhorses eliminates potential drips and is easier on your back.
Paint all the panels working from top to bottom.
Painting a door is a race against time.
Paint the door sides use your.
Paint the first face i break the door up into three sections each including two panels.
How to paint a panel door.
Start by painting the edges of the door with either the brush or roller 2.
Coat the recessed areas first and then the faces of the panels.
Paint the cross pieces.
Paint the panel door 1.
Allow the panels to dry 24 hours and then apply a second coat.
Paint the edge first wiping off the underneath face of the door when finished.
Start with a dust free door.
But removing the door can also be a pain especially if it s a large solid wood door.
Paint all the panels starting at the top of the door.
Wipe it down with a damp rag just before painting.
When painting a panel door a paint brush may be more effective than a roller.
Aubrey describes all the equipment required and gives step by step instructions so that you can confidently achieve great results.
Smooth out the paint working with the grain.
To guarantee a beautifully painted panel door it s important to work through the following steps that involve the correct preparation for wooden doors painting each door panel and vertical rail in the right order ensuring that you paint in the direction of the wood grain and also using the correct brush for the area of the door you re painting.
Consider a paint additive to slow down drying and improve leveling.
Finish with the stiles the vertical sides that hold the panels in place.
Then you can lay it horizontally on sawhorses.