Not every oil based stain on the market will do the job of covering fiberglass doors.
Staining fiberglass garage doors.
From the street no one will know it isn t real wood.
Gel stain is thick and won t flow when applied to fiberglass.
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This tutorial contains finishing instructions for fiberglass doors which you can complete in four easy steps for a beautiful door every time.
Fiberglass doors staining guide.
In addition to the stain you will always want to seal it with a layer of polyethylene.
How to stain fiberglass doors in this jeld wen customer care video you ll learn how to apply stain to a jeld wen fiberglass door as well as diy tips on wearing protective gear and finding the proper location for the project.
Fiberglass impression collection includes fiberglass garage doors offer a variety of architectural styles that capture the beauty and detail of natural wood without the maintenance.
Most door hardware can easily be removed using a screwdriver but other tools like an adjustable wrench pliers and a hammer may also.
Fiberglass doors are attractive.
Disassemble the knob or handle hinge plates latches locks and any other fixtures that might get in the way while you re staining the idea is to strip the door down to a single piece so you can work quickly and efficiently.
With just a few tips and not much money you can give your garage door a beautiful faux wood finish.
Even better they require less maintenance and have fewer problems than steel or wood doors.
Consider staining your metal garage door.
Like acrylic paint it can be used to touch up faded areas.
If your fiberglass door s stain coat is flaking chipping or peeling off unevenly you ll have to remove the layer before applying a fresh stain coat.
Posted on september 6 2018.
When you do make sure the polyethylene is also oil based.
Apply the paint or gel stain using a small natural bristled.
Gel stain interior or exterior clear finish mineral spirits 2 natural bristle brush.
Remove all hardware from the door.
However they do need staining or painting every three to five years.
Prepare the surface begin by thoroughly cleaning your garage door using warm soapy water and a stiff brush.