How To Seal Latex Paint On Wood Garage Door

After proper drying time for the stain or if wood is being left natural apply 1 coat of waterproof exterior alkyd varnish to the interior and exterior surfaces as well as all edges.

How to seal latex paint on wood garage door. If possible paint in a well ventilated area or use a fan to circulate the air. It is also possible to cover a latex paint with oil based polyurethane. I painted a garage door with an exterior latex paint over 5 years ago and in the warm weather i still hear the sound of the tacky paint breaking contact as the door goes up. Avoid this by sanding every square inch of the garage door.

Apply the stain to the interior and exterior surfaces as well as all edges following stain manufacturer s label directions. Failure to sand the door will lead to the new paint peeling off in short order. When the sanding is done use a vacuum or brush to remove the particles that have been sanded off. Use 120 grit sandpaper to gently sand the door for a smoother surface that will absorb primer or paint more easily.

This creates a seal between the wood or vinyl and the paint which reduces oxidation. Never however try a water based polyurethane on top of the oil paint. For best results use an oil based sealer on oil paint and the same for latex. Seal the exterior paint by applying an acrylic based primer.

Wood garage door paint removal with dry glass. Allow the primer to dry for 24 hours. Fill holes and repair imperfections with sandable filler or spackle. In this episode dave mars shows how to better insulate your garage door to help save energy and money.

Use a latex based paint to achieve the best results on a garage door.