For doors that are subjected to intense sunlight it is generally preferable to choose paint rather than stain.
Fiberglass door paint over stain.
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Just make sure that you cover the surrounding area including the glass with plastic to avoid accidental paint drips.
Textured fiberglass doors can be either painted or stained but they usually look better when stained.
Gel stain is also used for faux finishing and glazing.
When you should stain a fiberglass door.
Of particular importance is the amount and intensity of sunlight the door will be exposed to.
The directions for gel stain application can vary depending on the manufacturer so do not assume all gel stains are the same.
Gel stain is applied with a brush or rag and creative types can use wood graining tools to create an even more authentic look.
The basic procedure for painting over a stained fiberglass door is the same as for any other door.
Done well such treatment can make a fiberglass door look like natural wood.
Some fiberglass doors can be stained with gel stain then protected with clear varnish.
Cover the surrounding area.
Like paint gel stain coats the surface instead of penetrating it.
Most professional painters remove the fiberglass door before painting on it if you are doing it by yourself you can leave it as it is.
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Warning some fiberglass doors are pre coated by the manufacturer with a top coat primer.
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When you re shopping for a door selecting a finish color can bring out the details and style of your home.
Apply stain with the foam brush and use the 2 bristle brush to soften and blend stain to match the door and trim.
This type of stain is probably the best for fiberglass doors.
And our oak and mahogany collections can be painted or stained bringing to life a door that is as beautiful as real wood.
Staining the doorjamb door frame the gel stain can also be used to stain the doorjamb door frame and mullions.
In addition to the stain you will always want to seal it with a layer of polyethylene.
How to paint previously stained fiberglass doors.
When applying stain it is best to paint the decorative door panels and jambs and then apply stain to the larger sections of the door last to provide a more uniform appearance.
When you do make sure the polyethylene is also oil.
These instructions are also helpful for other simulated wood surfaces.