I got the gel stain.
Staining metal garage doors.
A unique way to give metal doors and other metal furniture a worn out and antique like look is to stain metal.
From the street no one will know it isn t real wood.
I tested it by using a brush to paint it on in the direction of the metal doors wood grain.
Gel stains are best for staining metal since they stay in place longer.
Any type of steel door can receive the faux bois treatment even a garage door.
Preparing the project area set a dropcloth on the ground near the door and tape the door frame and hardware with painter s tape to protect it from primer and paint.
Prepare the surface begin by thoroughly cleaning your garage door using warm soapy water and a stiff brush.
Sand away any glazed paint or rust spots if there are any.
It so thick it leaves a heavy film on the door.
The best way to color a steel door is with a gel stain.
Minwax gel stain is specifically designed to give you full control over the staining process and help you achieve beautiful results.
Use a pressure washer and soap to remove all dirt from the door.
Once applied they settle into the grain of the steel door to give it a textured look.
Delivers uniform color evenly on wood and non wood surfaces such as metal veneer and fiberglass.
This was done in 2 steps in 2 days.
Below are the materials that you need along with the instructions on how to stain a metal door.
Am i supposed to just paint it on and leave it.
Transform your garage door to a gorgeous faux wood door with this easy gel stain diy garage door makeover.
Depending on the condition of the paint that s currently on your metal garage door you may have to do a little sanding to remove any superficial rust.
We ve been dreaming up garage door makeover ideas since we first purchased our home and though we ve been making over just about every square inch of our house our garage door was working and in great condition.
Let door dry completely before starting.
I have the same situation with my metal garage doors.
If your garage door is less than five years old and has a glazed paint finish you ll have to sand it to remove the sheen in order for the stain to adhere properly.
Step 1 wash the metal door.
With just a few tips and not much money you can give your garage door a beautiful faux wood finish.
Gel stains are thick and designed to cling to and penetrate the surface.
Consider staining your metal garage door.
Its unique non drip formula makes application easy for vertical surfaces.
Make your garage door look like a real raised panel door not just painting wood grain on it.
As discussed the gel stain is very thick.
Gel stain is easy to apply but it sets fast.