How to paint your front door for maximum impact at your home

When planning a renovation most of us are focused on bigger areas like the kitchen or bathroom. These projects take time and a healthy budget, and aren’t always possible in the short term. One of the easiest ways to add personality and atmosphere to your home is to update the entrance.

Remember, the entry to your house is the first thing people see when they arrive, and the last thing they remember when they leave. It can be the thing that makes your house stand out, adding that all important street appeal. Giving your front door a new paint job can be just the thing to transform a house into your home.

Here are five steps to creating a perfectly painted front door.1. Remove the front door from the doorframe and place on sawhorses

or a stable bench. (Remember to use a drop sheet underneath!). Remove any hardware like handles and hinges from the door.

2. Mask any glass panels and clean the door with sugar soap. Allow enough time for the door to dry.

3. If the existing paint on the door is in good condition then you don’t need to worry about using a primer. If not, apply one coat of oil-based primer before painting.

4. Once the primer is dry, apply one coat of paint, painting from the top to the bottom of the door. Leave to dry and then repeat.

5. Once the paint on the door is dry, and you are happy with the coverage, re-attach the hardware and hang the door.

Oh, and remember to choose a paint finish that is suitable for exterior use. We would recommend high gloss aqua enamel paint for a front door, but if you are unsure stop by your local Paint Place for advice.

Paint Place Decorator’s Kit - The perfect tool to get a stunning colour scheme for your home

The Decorator's Kit will show you step by step how to create your very own mood board, a stunning and perfectly coordinated colour palette that will be the foundation of your home decorating project.

This free kit, complete with a useful wallet folder, will enable you to keep all your colour chips and inspirations together. You can work on your kit in our colour areas with the help of our friendly staff or take it home with you.

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