Yep you heard that right i spray painted our front door.
Can you spray paint a front door.
For this particular door i did not use a foam paint cover and roller to paint but i highly recommend if you have little to no windows in your door.
If they are metal you can leave them as is.
Next remove or paint around any numbers windows or hardware.
This allows you to get better coverage since it is hard on your finger when spray painting.
Next it s finally time to paint.
With this particular color i needed two full coats and then i spotted treated a few areas by the windows with a third.
After your metal front door has dried completely it s time to remove the.
A paintbrush will give you a nice hand painted look.
It went from beat up brown to fabulous yellow.
You have more control with the attachment.
A fresh coat of paint can hide minor imperfections on your front door defend it against harsh outdoor elements and boost curb appeal in a big way.
If your door has raised panels paint the reveals first and then the panels.
Paint the rails starting with the top one working down.
But to get these entryway assets you can t.
Paint the door edge first.
When the primer is dry use a paintbrush to go over any trim work or details on the door.
How to paint a front door step 1.
Depending on the condition of any old paint you might need to strip it down too.
Wipe down the door to remove all the girt and grime.
Cover the door completely.
If the door already has painted hinges paint them again.
I highly recommend the handy sprayer that fits on spray paint cans.
You can use a low nap or foam roller or a paintbrush for this.
Here is the before picture what the front door looked like when we first moved in.
Start by applying the primer.
You can use a roller for this application.
I used krylon bauhaus gold and it was super easy.
Clean and prep the door.
Insert the door hardware into the foam so you can easily paint all sides.
Paint hardware spray hardware with metallic primer according to manufacturer s directions.
Fill any old holes with wood putty.
Paint horizontally left to right.
Insert a small piece of folded painter s tape into the keyhole so paint doesn t get in the lock mechanism.
After the paint has dried thoroughly you can remove any painters tape put your door hardware back on and be back in business.
Give a light sanding to the entire door to give the paint a rough surface to grip.
With the lid of front door paint tightly in place shake the jar well and begin.
I used a metal primer one coat since my door is facing the sun with no shade.