How to Restain Fiberglass Doors
It is not uncommon for a fiberglass door to sustain wear over a period of time. The door can be restored to look as good as new by adding a coat of stain and it is something you can easily do yourself.
Steps to Restaining Fiberglass Door
- Use a screwdriver to remove the doorknob from the door before you start the project.
- Use masking tape to cover the hinges to protect them from being covered with stain.
- Cover the windows on the door with plastic and secure it with masking tape.
- Place a drop cloth on the floor to prevent the stain from splattering onto your floor.
- Put some warm water in a five-gallon bucket and add some dishwashing detergent.
- Dip a sponge into the soapy water and wash the door thoroughly.
- Use a towel dipped in clean water to rinse the soap residue off the door.
- Dry the door using a clean dry towel.
- Open some windows in the room to prevent the vapors from building up in the house.
- Pour some stain in a metal container and apply it to the door using a paintbrush. Start at the top of the door and work your way down going from left to right.
- Allow at least 24 hours for the stain to completely dry.
- Use a paintbrush to apply a layer of topcoat to the door. Avoid over saturating the brush because this could cause the topcoat to drip onto the door, which could be hard to correct. It is recommended that you apply at least three thin coats of topcoat.
- Allow at least 24 hours for door to completely dry.