I like to use a 1 1 2 brush to paint the recessed molding areas followed by a 4 roller for the flat surfaces in the middle.
How to paint a 4 panel door.
In this video i will show you how to paint a door beginners guide the fast and easy way step by step so you can diy like a pro.
Begin by rolling paint on the flat panels.
Start by painting the first panel 1 on the outside of the door use a small paint brush 25mm 1 inch to paint around the edges of the panel then ideally using a larger brush 50 60mm 2 2 inches paint the panel itself starting at the top first using vertical brush strokes then without reloading the brush spread the paint across the panel using horizontal strokes and finish off with light upward strokes.
It s better to have that happen before the faces are painted.
When painting edges some paint inevitably slops onto the faces of the door.
Clean the door with basic household cleaner.
Depending on the type and style of panel door you have the panel itself may be flat or raised with a bevel edge.
Paint the first side of the door.
Brush on a light coat.
Paint all four edges of the door first.
Using high gloss enamel or oil based paint is a.
Finish with the stiles the vertical sides that hold the panels in place.
Sticking with your small brush and starting with the top panel nearest to the hinge edge of the door and moving left to right as you move down the door paint around the inside edge of the panel making sure you don t miss anything.
If you use a roller backbrush immediately with a wide brush or pad to smooth the roller stipple.
The basics 101 of painting.
Put plastic on the floor and wall where you plan to lean the door.
Start by painting the edges of the door with either the brush or roller 2.
Tape or remove the doorknob hardware and tape inside the hinge notches.
Paint a flat door with a brush pad or roller with a 1 4 inch nap or foam sleeve.
Next paint the door panels.
Paint the door panels 1 2 3 and 4.
Work quickly by rolling on the paint then use a brush to smooth out the paint and fill in the detailed areas around the flat panel.
Paint all the panels working from top to bottom.
This is one of the most important tips for getting a professional look.
Paint the edge first wiping off the underneath face of the door when finished.
A heavy coat of paint covers better and sometimes levels out better but runs are more likely and brush marks are deeper.
Paint the cross pieces.
Starting at the top working your way down by sections doing the details with a brush and the flat surfaces with a roller.
The texture that rollers impart works well for walls and ceilings but isn t attractive on doors or wood trim.