The good news is that painting the door is a fairly easy do it yourself job that can make your door look as good as new.
Spray paint security screen door.
I let the door dry all day long and we attached it back on the hinges at about 10 00 pm.
Prevent security metal screen doors from rusting.
Apply galvanized metal etching spray primer to the clean screen door.
If you are using spray paint many thin coats of paint are much better than one thick coat.
You can easily paint both wooden and metal screen doors.
Steve parente shows an easy inexpensive technique that anyone can do and keeps your doors looking new for.
Apply the paint in a side to side motion.
I told you that working on our front door provided a stark comparison for the storm door and sure enough when i got home two days ago jocie had already taped off the glass and started preparing to paint the storm door.
The main problem with metal screen doors is that they can rust and show signs of wear over time.
Flip the door over and prime the unfinished side.
Thick welded steel frame is enhanced by tasteful scrollwork and has a durable galvanized screen that deters insects as well as enhances your safety.
Wait two hours for the primed security door to dry.
The end result will be a much smoother finish for the door.
Now your old metal screen door looks good as new again.
It is amazing what a little advice and some paint can do.
This will also prevent runs and the layers will dry relatively quickly.
Security screen doors are made of metal which requires careful priming and preparation for an effective paint job.
To get started prop open your door and wipe it down with a cleaning solution.
When painting a metal screen door it s important to purchase the right paint or you won t be happy with the results.
Hold the can about 8 inches from the door.
All you need is some primer paint and a brush.
Use rustoleum spray paint to refresh a screen door october 20 2011 by ethan tweet.
Since we do not have a locking screen door it was a good idea to put my front door back on before going to bed.
Painting a security screen door is a moderately easy do it yourself task.
I wanted to make sure the paint was good and dry so it would not leave a line from being closed overnight.