How to Paint a Black Front Door the Easy Way
Painting a black front door can give your home a touch of sophistication and drama. Black is also a very versatile color that can be used as a backdrop in a variety of ways, so you can really get creative with your front door decor.
Materials
- Painter's Tape
- Sanding Paper
- Caulk
- High quality paintbrush
- Rust-Oleum Door and Trim paint in Black
Instructions
- Clean the surface of your door from dirt and spider webs, etc. If you have any ornamental coverings as I did, remove them at this time as well.
- Tape off the door handles, security pads, and any glass inserts.
- Caulk any cracks or crevices that need repair.
- Lightly sand over any rough spots as well as the dried caulk areas to a smooth finish.
- Apply a thin layer of Rust-Oleum Door & Trim paint using even strokes in the direction of the wood grain.
- Allow to dry (about 45 minutes to 1 hour) and then apply a second coat.
- Remove painter's tape and reattach any hardware or ornamental iron pieces.