How funny i just happened to stumble on this post not looking for anything like this but i getting ready to spray paint out door hardware with oil rubbed bronze paint ala young house love and was in need of a way to spray the hinges without getting it all over the door and surrounding walls floors etc without removing them.
How to paint a front door on hinges.
I have a door knocker that was quite expensive and the finish is coming off.
Painting a door typically takes three to five hours depending on the condition of the door and how fussy you are.
Knobs locks hinges and pulls outfit closets kitchen cabinetry bathroom vanities and of course interior and exterior doors.
But add in the drying time and it s a full day project.
You see various types of hardware in nearly every space so if you re not completely happy with the look it can become a constant annoyance.
How to spray paint kitchen handles and drawer pulls on cabinets when painting cabinet knobs you can absolutely use this same process to help protect knobs and drawer pulls from everyday wear and tear.
How to paint a door.
Brush on a single coat of primer with a wide paint brush covering the front and all side edges of the door primer prevents the door from absorbing moisture and helps smooth out its texture.
After the paint has dried thoroughly you can remove any painters tape put your door hardware back on and be back in business.
You can also tape a tarp over the opening if you prefer to remove your door to paint.
I decided to paint the front door without taking it off the hinges or even removing the hardware because that is the fastest and easiest way.
I am interested to know if paula ever painted her front door or was she just going to paint the front door hardware.
Also if i did the title wouldn t say the lazy way this post contains affiliate or referral links.
Once the primer has dried on the front of the door flip the door over to prime the back.
I actually did not shut my door completely for a few days just to give it time to cure before basking it in the sun but then again you know your neighborhood better than i do.
The door knobs are still beautiful after 4 or 5 years.
To spray paint door hinges on furniture you can use the same process i use with the door knobs and handles.
So if you re painting a door you can t live without like a bathroom or exterior door start first thing in the morning so it can be back in service by day s end.