Remove the tape while the paint is still wet.
How to paint a metal front door without brush marks. Cut in the areas around your trim and paint the recessed areas a paint roller won’t reach. Chinex brush angled for the panels and. Paint quickly and smoothly, yet carefully.
Use floetrol with your paint to get rid of brush and roller marks. In case your paint is too thick you can level out the brush marks evenly since it is laid flat. Otherwise, once the paint dries up, you may have a harder time peeling off the tape.
Sand the surface after applying primer (if necessary). My materials list is available on my website at. This helps avoid unsightly brush marks on your front door.
Remember that each part of the door has grains going in different directions. Start painting the front door one section at a time. Painting a front door requires the use of only a few basic tools and the correct materials to give you professional results.
Apply your first coat of primer and lightly sand with a fine sanding sponge when the primer is dry. Paint in the direction of the door’s grain. Here’s how to do it.
This will also help if you have to use a second coat by allowing it to seep. And yes, you won’t leave any brush marks either. See tips for choosing a front door color here too!