How To Paint Metal Trim On Sliding Glass Door

Apply the first coat of primer and let dry.

How to paint metal trim on sliding glass door.

Secure old wrapping paper to the border of each piece of glass with painter s tape. Painting your metal screen door is a great do it yourself project and does not require many materials to complete. Otherwise even low tack tape will cause the paint to peel. Leave the sliding section open until the paint dries.

Let paint dry completely then rehang door. Move the sliding section about an inch from the edge of the jamb and paint it in the same order. Apply a second coat of primer if necessary apply at least two coats of exterior satin or semi gloss paint. Brush if using paint from a can eye goggles.

After your metal front door has been taped up to your liking this includes. This ensures maximum paint adhesion. Sliding doors have a choice between narrow framing around the glass and wider framing that mimics french door styling. There is no concern for traffic flow or furniture placement near the door as it relates to the functioning of the door.

Wait four hours or the time listed on the paint label and then apply a second coat of the primer. Door handles hinges frame and windows it s time to paint. Following the sequence illustrated above and beginning with the stationary panel paint one vertical edge then paint the top of the frame. The walk thru opening is less than half of the overall double door width.

It is essential to let the paint dry completely first. Metal spray paint or paint from a can intended for metals only metal primer. Spray a light even coat of spray primer over all the metal parts of the doorframe. Clean the glass with rubbing alcohol and a clean rag.

Wait 12 hours for the primer to dry. Apply an even layer of exterior rust inhibiting metal. Cover the floor with an old sheet. Tape off the enameled trim with low tack painter s tape.