Ready to change the look of your home’s exterior without spending an arm and a leg to do so? Consider changing the color of your front door! Your front door is the first thing potential buyers, guests of your home, and even you see upon entering your house. The color of your front door should enhance the curb appeal of your home. If it’s not doing that for you, perhaps it’s time to freshen it up with a new coat of paint.
The first thing to look for when you have decided to change the color of your front door is the paint type. Latex-based exterior paint is the most popular type of paint for doors for good reason. Not only does it cover imperfections on the surface of the door, but it is hardy enough to withstand outdoor elements that would make traditional paints chip and crack. We would recommend this paint type with a semi-gloss finish to ensure that the paint is both tough and easy-to-clean.
What color paint do you want to go with? There are a few items to consider. If you’re painting your door for resale, perhaps you’d like to consult an expert. The home experts at Zillow found that black front doors can increase a home’s sale price by 2.9%. Black is timeless and chic, and is a perfect choice for resale. If you’re looking to stay on trend for 2022, experts agree that earthy neutrals are in. Think creamy whites, soft natural sages, rich moody browns, and relaxing earthy tones. If you don’t care for trends or resale, pick something you love. Your front door is the perfect place to take a chance with a color you love.
Don’t forget the primer! When shopping for paint, be sure to pick up a can of exterior primer to go along with it. A good exterior primer will be strong enough to hide the previous color of your door, while creating a fresh surface for the new paint to stick. Don’t skip this step! Priming your front door ensures that you will have a long-lasting finish and a smooth surface for the paint to slide onto.
Once you’ve got your paint and primer in tow, grab some sandpaper. You’ll need to put a little elbow grease in the prep work to ensure that you have a finished product that you’re proud of.
When you’re ready to start the project, you’ll have to remove your front door from the frame. You’ll want to remove your door from the frame to avoid drippage and ensure you have an even coat by applying the primer and paint horizontally.
Once you’ve got your door down and on top of a drop cloth, make sure that it looks nice and clean. Give your door a good wipe-down to remove any dirt, dust or residue that might cause discoloration. Next, it’s time to put your sandpaper to work. Sand down the door thoroughly to remove any cracked paint or chips until the door feels smooth to the touch. Don’t forget to vacuum off the door and use a microfiber cloth to wipe off any additional dust before you start priming the door.
Now it’s time for the fun part! Apply your primer with an even coat over the surface of the door. Use a wide brush and make sure you hit all the nooks and crannies across the length of the door. Once the primer has dried, it’s time to paint. You’ll want to use a wide brush for the corners and crevices and a small roller for the flat panels on the surface of your door. You’ll want to have at least two coats or more of paint to get the most out of your chosen color.
Once the paint is dry to the touch, it’s time to reattach it to your door frame and call it a day! We strive to be a great resource for you to do your own cleaning, painting, and handyman tasks, but if you’d rather hire a professional and save yourself the headache-we’d love to help! Contact us today and we can schedule a time to paint your doors so you don’t have to!
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