Can You Paint A Door While Its Hanging

You can use an oil based primer with oil and water based paints.

Can you paint a door while its hanging.

Well i tend to fit and hang a door then take it down for painting because i can do a better paint job. Before you paint the door you ll have to apply a layer of primer that will help the paint get better coverage and adhere to the surface more easily. How funny i just happened to stumble on this post not looking for anything like this but i getting ready to spray paint out door hardware with oil rubbed bronze paint ala young house love and was in need of a way to spray the hinges without getting it all over the door and surrounding walls floors etc without removing them. With the door laid flat on sawhorses you can spread paint more quickly and not worry about drips and paint sags.

A paintbrush will give you a nice hand painted look. Next it s finally time to paint. How to paint a front door step 1. Fill any old holes with wood putty.

Start by applying the primer. Depending on the condition of any old paint you might need to strip it down too. But for a smooth finish you have to lay it flat and remove the hinges knobs and other hardware. Doors can be awkward to remove from their frames so it s often easier to paint them in place.

After the paint has dried thoroughly you can remove any painters tape put your door hardware back on and be back in business. When the primer is dry use a paintbrush to go over any trim work or details on the door. You can use a low nap or foam roller or a paintbrush for this. That way you can paint both sides without having to wait.

So it helps when you know if you can push your painting into seasons that are less than perfect. I actually did not shut my door completely for a few days just to give it time to cure before basking it in the sun but then again you know your neighborhood better than i do. Wipe down the door to remove all the girt and grime. You can use a roller for this application.

Cover the door completely. For convenience it s tempting to leave a door hanging on its hinges when you paint. If you had to wait to paint until the skies are crystal clear and blue the painting would never get done. If your fit is too snug such that the paint is rubbing painting the door while hung won t make any difference either there is room for the paint or there isn t.

Clean and prep the door. Prep the door one day and then start your first coat of. And you can still paint both sides in a day if. If you have to paint the door while it s on its hinges plan to work over a stretch of days when there is no rain in the forecast.

The best is to apply an oil based primer followed by a latex paint.