How to Stain Metal Doors
Staining your metal door is a great way to update the entryway in your house. It takes very little time and is quite easy to do. There are a variety of paint options to choose from when staining your door, but gel stain will be used for this article.
- Purchase the supplies that you need for the job. You will need paintbrushes, several cleaning rags, a pair of gloves, spray cleaner, sealant and gel stain.
- Clean the door. Before you stain you need to take a cleaning rag and use the spray cleaner to remove any dirt or dust from the door. Dry it off with a dry cloth. The stain will bond better when the door is clean.
- Apply primer to the door. Apply a generous amount of primer on the door using a paint brush. Let the primer dry for two hours. Go back and check for any drips or run marks. If you spot any, smooth them out with the brush. Apply the second coat of primer and let it dry the same amount of time as the first coat.
- Apply the stain to your door. After the primer has dried, put on your gloves and apply the stain to the door using a clean dry rag instead of a paint brush. Start at the center of the door and move outward in circular motions. Let the stain set in for an hour.
- Buff the door. Take a dry rag and buff any extra stain from the door. Inspect the door to see if you are happy with the results or if you would like to add another coat of stain.
- Apply sealant to the door. This will lock in the color and also protect the door from any scrapes and scratches.