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How to Paint Interior Doors
Add a pop of color to any room in your home by giving the door a fresh coat of paint. Follow the steps below for the right way to give your interior doors a paint update.
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Cost: $
Skill Level: Beginner
Duration: 1 day
STEP 1
Clean
Wash the surface of the door with a degreasing dish soap and rinse with a clean, damp cloth to remove any soap residue.
STEP 2
Prep
Use sandpaper to smooth the surface, and wipe the dust off with a clean, damp rag.
If the door has not already been painted or primed, apply a coat of primer. Wait for it to completely dry before painting.
STEP 3
Paint Panels
Use an angle trim brush to paint the paneled areas and around the hinges and hardware.
Tip: Remove hardware ahead of time to make painting your doors quicker and easier. Reattach once the paint is fully dry.
Tip: Not sure how much paint you need? Try our Paint Calculator for a helpful estimate.
STEP 5
Apply Second Coat
Once the door is covered in one layer of paint, allow it to dry at least four hours before applying a second coat.
STEP 6
Finish
After applying a second coat of paint, allow the paint to dry four hours or overnight for best results.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Project Supplies
PAINT
BRUSHES, ROLLERS & FRAMES
TRAYS
OTHER TOOLS & SUPPLIES
- Bercom HANDy Pro Pail
- Contractor Series® Canvas Drop Cloth
- 3M™ Pro Grade Precision Faster Sanding Block Sponge
- Degreasing dish soap
- Cloth
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