Color is the simplest change you can make to your home to refresh its look and enhance its curb appeal, even on your garage. A fiberglass door can be painted, but there are some things to consider and some tips to follow for a job well done. Follow the steps below to get the advice you need. If you have decided to paint your fiberglass garage door, you will need to check the material stability first to make sure it is not irreparably damaged to any significant degree. Fiberglass is considerably more fragile than alternative materials like vinyl and it tends to degenerate over long periods of time. Before you begin, decide whether the garage door it too weak or too brittle to paint over so you know if it needs to be removed and replaced. You can choose to paint your garage door while it is still attached or you can remove it now. Remove the fixtures and handle as well, or mask them off, if the stability of your door checks out. Clean the door of any dirt and debris by using a gentle solution of soap and water and a lint-free cloth.
Grime on the door will prevent the paint from adhering properly and will likely cause it to crack or peel shortly after the job is finished. Leave it to dry completely before you begin priming it. You can wipe it dry with a large cloth or, if the weather permits, just let it sun dry. If you have chosen to leave the door attached, mask off areas that do not require primer or paint to protect them from being coated. If the frame around the garage door is not made from the same material you may not want paint marks to accidentally get on it. Some types of fiberglass garage doors are not suited to heavy sanding, so it is suggested that you use a Brillo pad, wire wool, or soft abrasive paper to just lightly rough up the surface to get a texture for the primer to grip. Wear a dust mask when you do this part of the project. You must use a good bonding primer. Fiberglass has a somewhat paint-resistant surface which can affect the longevity of the coat you put on it. That is not to say that you cannot paint fiberglass, but do take the correct precautions and choose a good primer to increase the staying power.
Prime the garage door with the brush. There is no grain to follow like with wood, but do attempt to maintain steady and even brush strokes. The end result you are trying to achieve is to make the door appear new but not as if it has been painted. You can also opt to use spray paint, which will leave no brush strokes at all, if you so choose. Allow plenty of drying time before you apply the top coat of paint. Outside conditions will naturally dry the paint quicker, especially if the weather is reasonably warm and the air dry. Atmospheric conditions will also affect whether you should paint. Lower temperatures are not strongly recommended for painting, nor are extremely high temperatures. Paint the garage door using the same method you used for priming. Be mindful of not leaving obvious brush strokes. It is important that you use a good oil-based exterior paint for a durable finish, but if you are not sure what type to use, ask at your local home improvement store for some advice.
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