Can You Safely Paint Your Garage Doors?

There are a few reasons you may want to consider painting your garage doors. It may be that the doors look a bit worn and you want to freshen them up. You could also just want to update the look of your home. Whatever your reason, you may be wondering if you can safely paint your garage doors. It can be done, but there are a few things you need to know.

Preparing the Surface

Before you begin, prepare the garage door surface. The first thing you should do is wash every surface that will be painted, with soap and water. Rinse any soap residue off and let it dry completely before you continue.

Painting over hinges and gears can cause major problems in how the garage door works. It is very important that you tape off anything that could cause the mechanics of the door to gum up with paint. If this isn’t done correctly, you may have to replace the doors completely in the future.

Use the Correct Paint for the Surface

Depending on the material that your garage door is made out of, you will need to choose a specific type of paint. Speak with your paint store to determine what type of paint will work best with the garage door material.

Method of Painting

The best way to get even coverage of paint on your garage door is to use a paint sprayer. This method requires a bit more prep work to ensure everything that should be painted is properly covered.

If you do not have a paint sprayer, you can paint your garage doors with a roller and brushes. If you are using brushes, try to keep your strokes long and even. It’s important to keep an eye out for drips and clean those up as soon as they happen for a smooth finish.

Another option is to simply buy the door you want. Contact Cornwall Garage Doors to learn more about our colour options and what we have to offer in different styles.