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Thanks to modern innovative materials, you can give an old wooden door a completely new look. the new kind, corresponding fashion trends. This is easy to do yourself at home. The main thing is to follow the technology. In this article we will talk about how to paint a wooden door and what materials and tools will be needed for this.

Before staining

When the door is still new and has not been painted, you need to decide whether to leave the natural beauty of natural wood visible or cover it with a continuous opaque layer of paint. How exactly to paint a wooden door - the choice of materials for work will depend on this decision.

Paint selection

If you decide to preserve the natural color of the wood, there is no need to buy paint. In this case, you will need an oil impregnation or clear varnish. They refresh the color of wood well. Add new ones to the array color shades Tinted varnish or stain will help.

If you want to update an existing varnished surface, you need to purchase putty to match the color of the solid wood. It is useful for leveling the surface of the door leaf after removing the old varnish.

For opaque painting of wooden surfaces, there are many options for enamels: alkyd, oil, polyurethane, acrylic, perchlorovinyl. To paint bath doors, it is better to choose polyurethane paint: it is highly resistant to negative external influences.

What is the best way to paint interior wooden doors? Experts recommend that non-professional craftsmen choose acrylic paints for water based. They have the optimal consistency for working with a brush and spread well. Such paints have high water-repellent qualities, good speed drying and resistance to temperature fluctuations.

Selecting Tools

For painting you will need a narrow file brush and a roller. A brush is used to paint the paneling and all kinds of decorative slats on the door. The roller is useful for painting large and even surfaces of the door leaf. You can purchase a paint sprayer, but it is advisable to have some experience working with it. In addition, to paint one or two doors, purchase this tool unprofitable.

Coloring

Those who have seen how a craftsman paints wooden doors may think that there is absolutely nothing complicated about it. However, for a beginner to achieve good result, all instructions and work procedures must be strictly followed.

It is important to learn how to paint doors evenly, without the formation of frozen smudges or stains under the varnish.

Often coloring is carried out in several stages. First, impregnation is used; it can be with or without a tinting effect. After this, a decorative coating is applied.

How to paint a wooden door without applying paint products? In this case, impregnation or stain must be applied in at least three layers in order to maximally protect the surface from external influences. More layers are applied to achieve the desired color shade.

Don't forget that the jambs with lintels also need updating. Preparation for painting them is carried out in the same sequence and with the same tools as for the door leaf. Since it makes no sense to dismantle and take the door frame outside before painting, it is important to take care to protect the floor covering from paint and also to provide access to the room fresh air for quality ventilation.

Products applied to the surface may be incompatible. For example, a door that is varnished cannot be impregnated with drying oil. In this case, only stain will do. It is also important to remember that all alkyd resin based paints can only be applied to a dry surface, otherwise the paint will peel off.

Preparing the door leaf

To paint the door as efficiently as possible, remove it from its hinges and lay it in a horizontal position on a trestle, two stools or a work table. It is best to place the removed door outdoors. This way it will dry faster and there will be less paint smell in the living room.

If it is impossible to remove the door for some reason, you need to block the panel with wedges so that the panel brush can easily reach all the necessary elements of the door. This is also necessary to ensure that the door does not accidentally close before completely dry.

It is advisable to dismantle the fittings. If this is not possible, tightly cover the handles and hinges with metal foil. Fix the locking mechanism in the “open” position and seal it with tape.

Surface cleaning

For those who are not professional painters, one of the most important issues how to remove it correctly old paint from a wooden door? The question is really important, because the quality of the this process The final result will largely depend. Therefore, you should pay special attention to preparing the door for painting.

Before new paint It is necessary to remove all old layers of paint, primer and putty from the surface of the door down to the wood itself. This work is quite easy to do with a grinding machine. A more labor-intensive method is to use homemade device, consisting of a bar of a shape convenient for the hand and glued to work surface medium grit sandpaper. The most effective is to use a hair dryer. It heats the paint, after which it is easy to remove with a spatula. Another way is to wash off the old paint. by special means. It is not complicated, but it is expensive - such tools are not cheap.

Grinding

After this, an initial sanding is carried out, which eliminates small dents, scratches and paint residues. Here you can also use grinder or medium-grit sandpaper.

Next, the surface is leveled with putty: large dents, cracks, crevices, etc. are covered. Deep dents can be filled with auto filler, which does not contain fiberglass. It is important not to forget that under the transparent coating, putty is selected to match the natural wood grain.

After complete drying, secondary sanding is performed. First, an abrasive is used as in the previous stage, then a fine-grained analogue is used. The treated surface must be vacuumed, wiped with a damp cloth and dried well.

Sometimes after removing the old paint it is discovered that solid wood It still looks good enough that you don’t have to apply it on it. opaque coating. In this case, it is recommended to bleach it with a mixture of chlorine bleach and water in a ratio of 1:3, dry it well, and then varnish it.

Coloring

To understand how to properly paint a particular wooden door, it is important to understand its structure. The most common types of doors for painting are panel doors (completely smooth) and panel doors (with recesses and possibly slats). Panel door correctly paint in three steps. It is better to use a roller, it ensures uniform application and does not leave hairs.

Painting techniques

You need to start from the left top corner door leaf and head to the right. Follow this direction until the end of painting, then dry according to the instructions on the paint. Staining for the second time is done in longitudinal direction. The last painting begins in the upper right corner, opposite the first painting step.

They begin to paint the paneled door with a brush. Before starting work, you need to fluff the brush so that all loosely attached hairs fall out without getting into the paint. All recesses in the canvas are painted with it. It is important to ensure that there is no excess paint. After this, the roller comes into operation and painting is carried out in accordance with the above technological stages for a panel door.

Staining

How else can you paint an interior wooden door? If you paint with stain, then the door prepared for painting must first be slightly moistened. In this case, the dye, which has a liquid consistency, will lie smoothly.

The first application of stain is carried out along the fibers, the second - in the transverse direction, the third is similar to the first. If the canvas is not removed from the hinges, you need to start painting from the bottom so that drops of dye do not fall on unpainted areas, otherwise it will be difficult to achieve an even tone. The same goes for door frame. This is important for preparing the surface for varnish or other transparent coating. If the doors are eventually coated with an opaque compound, occasional drops of stain will not harm the final appearance of the doors.

Water-soluble stain allows wood fibers that have absorbed moisture to straighten out. To ensure that the surface of the doors remains smooth, after the first layer has dried, the doors are sanded with sandpaper, then cleaned of dust and covered with stain a second time. The wooden surface when the dye is applied to it is several tones darker than the dried one. This must be taken into account if you want to achieve a specific color shade.

Alcohol stain does not stimulate fiber straightening, so there is no need to sand the doors after applying it. This stain dries very quickly, but water-soluble stain is considered safer.

Wood imitation

If desired, you can paint it to imitate MDF or plywood-lined doors to look like natural wood. There are several ways to decorate this way.

Option one

The door leaf is painted with light gray, light beige or yellow paint and left until completely dry according to the instructions of the manufacturer of the coloring composition. Using a wide brush, the entire surface of the door is treated with liquid soap. A layer of darker paint is applied, and the liquid soap protruding onto the surface is washed off.

Option two

To do this you will need a special brush, which can be purchased at any hardware store. This brush treats the soft fibers of the door covering. Then the surface is painted with two different colors (like wood) with dyes. Changes in the structure of the canvas made by the brush will spontaneously give curls, creating the illusion of wood.

After complete drying, the surface is sanded and varnished. Furniture can also be restored in a similar way.

Carrying out such work will not be too easy, so it is recommended to first practice on another similar surface, and not on the door itself.

Carrying out renovations in your home always requires considerable expenses. Therefore, every owner, if possible, wants to save at least something. For example, if your house has wooden doors, then do not rush to replace them with new ones. Good way Save your money by painting them yourself. How to paint correctly wooden doors, we will find out further.

What coloring agents should I use?

When asked about how to paint wooden doors, experts give an accurate answer. In order for the products to last long enough, have an attractive appearance and fit perfectly into the interior, you should choose high-quality coating. There are two options that are most often used for restoration work - paint and varnish.

Important! Both coatings can be used simultaneously.

Paints and varnishes have their own characteristics that will need to be taken into account if you want to restore or paint a new door.

Varnish

Today there are several varieties of this coating - matte, colored and glossy. It is worth noting that it will not be possible to hide defects with this material, since the structure of the varnish is transparent. This option is suitable for new previously unpainted doors.

If we are talking about the restoration of old elements, then varnish can only be used as protective coating, but in no case as a basis.

1. Alkyd varnish. Perfect option for painting exterior and interior doors. Has a high degree of water resistance. The material is transparent, perfectly emphasizing the structure of the wood. Among the disadvantages is the long drying time. Therefore, experts recommend using hardeners. In addition, the base of alkyd varnish is a solvent. Therefore, you should thoroughly ventilate the room after painting.
2. Water based varnish. It is considered the safest material for health. Protects the door surface from ultraviolet radiation. Dries quickly. Has a high degree of water resistance. Protects the surface from contamination.
3. Acrylic lacquer . Ideal for indoor use. Absolutely safe, non-toxic. Preserves the structure of wood, emphasizing its color. Very durable. The base is water. Not suitable for external doors.
4. Polyurethane based varnish. Very durable. It is applied over a primer because it is quite dark in color.

In order to give the wood a silky shade, you can use oil impregnations. This material is absolutely safe. The means are often transparent, but, if desired, you can find tinting compounds on sale.

Important! Oil impregnations provide protection from harmful environmental factors not only to the surface of the product, but also to its internal part.

Stains

When painting and restoring doors, experts often recommend using stain. The product is made on the basis of alcohol, water, varnish and oil.

This material recreates the structure of wood and gives a presentable look to even the cheapest options. Before using stain, experienced repairmen recommend thoroughly moistening the surface with a sponge. This way the material will lie as evenly as possible.

Dye

It differs from varnish coatings in that it is possible to choose the desired color for the structure. If you plan to paint an interior door, it is preferable to choose an odorless material. The paint base must be water-based or oil-based. Best options for painting wooden doors the following are considered:

• acrylic paints - used for exterior and interior doors, stable, have good hiding power and spreadability;
• alkyd enamel– dries quickly, water-repellent, easy to apply, retains the wood structure well, has a low cost (among the disadvantages is poor coverage);
• oil paint – odorless, dries quickly, easy to apply, durable.

Wax oil

Gives a wooden door a glossy finish. Has a large palette of shades. However, applying wax oil is quite difficult. Therefore this is not the most suitable option for painting a wooden door yourself (if you really want to, you can practice in advance).

Preparing the surface for coating

The removed door should be placed on a horizontal surface. Now you need to remove old layer paints. It is best to use a solvent (for easier removal of the old coating). Don't forget to open doors and windows to ventilate the room.

As soon as the paint softens, it is removed with a spatula, and the remains are cleaned with sandpaper. It’s great if you have a grinding machine at home. This will make the work much easier.

If there are any irregularities on the door, they should be eliminated by applying putty material. When it dries, you need to go over the surface with a sander again.

Painting a wooden door

Before painting the surface of a wooden door, you should apply a primer. This material will reduce paint costs and improve the adhesion of the surface of the product and the base layer. You need to purchase a special primer designed for wooden surfaces. The material is selected several shades lighter so as not to spoil the color of the decorative coating.

If you purchased a new door, there is no need to apply a primer. It has already been pre-treated with it (ask the seller).

Important! If you want the paint to dry quickly, purchase a water-based composition. However, it should be taken into account that such a coating is not suitable for baths. Water-based paints have low water resistance.

After the primer has dried, you can apply paint. It is better to do this with a foam roller. It is better to use a brush in hard-to-reach places.

Apply the paint in a thin layer, then wait until it dries and apply a second coat.

We paint with varnish

Then thoroughly moisten the surface of the wooden door using a spray bottle. Now apply the stain - in different directions (after drying, the shade will be slightly lighter than when painting). Then varnish the surface along the grain. After drying, go over the door again - only this time across the grain. When the material dries, polish the surface.

Old doors that have been previously painted several times should not be varnished. The shortcomings of the product need to be hidden under a layer of paint, and only then use varnish.

We work with stain

Before treating the surface of a wooden door with stain, it should be slightly moistened. It is recommended to apply the material first along the grain, then across it. The first layer should be 0.5 cm.

Important! If you want to achieve an antique effect, after the second layer of stain has dried, apply an alkaline primer. Next, you need to use antique wax and, using a piece of hard cloth, rub it into the surface (along the fibers).

This article will tell you about such irreplaceable parts of the interior as doors. More precisely, we will touch upon the issue of restoring old wooden doors after many years of use, and we will look at how to paint a wooden door, and how to do it correctly.

Today in Russia a strange fashion has emerged to believe that comfortable and rich housing with high-quality finishing premises, is possible only with the widespread use of the achievements of modern industry. This is largely due to endless film series and television shows, which are replete with various advertisements showing such interiors in a favorable light.

But throughout the world, literally the opposite trend has developed. For example, in Europe, handmade things are still most valued, and people create a lot for their home with their own hands, using old unnecessary things as materials. And there is nothing strange about this, because it is no secret that such crafts are always of excellent quality and have an original appearance.

Moreover, today entire design movements have emerged dedicated to all sorts of conversions of old items into modern household items.

Cleaning the door

An old door that was repainted many times during use is no exception to the rule, which is why it has lost its original luster and attractiveness. Today, manufacturers, in pursuit of profit, reduce the cost of their products as much as possible at the expense of quality, which is why all budget and middle-class doors are modular and made almost from paper. But before things were different.

Since wood was a very affordable material, your old companion is most likely made from natural wood, perhaps even hardwood.

Don't be alarmed by the door in the photo above. At the right approach Almost any canvas can be brought to perfect condition.

Door restoration consists of several stages:

• Removal of old coating using mechanical, thermal or chemical methods;
• Restoring surface integrity;
• Grinding;
• Application of paints and varnishes.

But let's talk about everything in order. The first thing you need to do is prepare workplace. All work must be carried out in a clean, bright, well-ventilated area. It is most convenient to place the canvas horizontally, for example on a workbench. If you don't have it, it's perfect old table, or, in extreme cases, the floor.

The work surface should be covered with cellophane film, which should be secured with adhesive tape. Next, we remove our canvas from its hinges, dismantle the glass and fittings from it, and begin cleaning it from old enamel(see How to remove paint from wood: do it according to the rules).

So:

• Mechanical method of removing paint- the most labor-intensive. So, if flaky areas are easily cleaned with a spatula, then this tool is not suitable for cleaning well-painted areas. Coarse sandpaper or electrical sanding are used. Another significant disadvantage of this method is the possibility of damaging the wood texture, so you have to be quite careful.
• The next method is thermal. Its essence is quite simple and consists in the fact that the paint needs to be softened by heating the surface to a certain temperature, and then scraped off with a spatula. This procedure is performed using a hair dryer or gas burner. A hair dryer is more preferable for hobbyists as it is a safer tool. When working with a burner, you must exercise extreme caution and remove all flammable substances as far as possible. When processing the surface, you must not overheat it, otherwise you risk burning the wood or starting a fire.
• The last method is to use chemical enamel softeners, which are suitable for most types of paints. After applying this composition, you will see that the surface of the door is covered with bubbles, after which the cleaning is carried out. The average duration of action varies from 5 to 10 minutes. More accurate data will be indicated in the instructions for the product you purchased.

Attention! Work with chemicals in a room with a good flow of fresh air, using skin and breathing protection.

Puttying and sanding

Under removed paint you'll likely find a lot of small chips and cracks that will need to be addressed before you begin painting. For these purposes you will need wood putty or special mastic.

• Before applying putty, sand the area around the crack with fine sandpaper. Then carefully remove the dust using a damp sponge or spray can. compressed air, and prime the crack using a regular paint brush. The soil itself must be suitable for woodworking, otherwise you risk getting the opposite effect.
• We give some time for the soil to absorb, and carefully cover the crack using the following method. To avoid air getting inside, apply the mixture in short strokes perpendicular to the direction of the crack, gradually filling it inner space. Remove the excess mixture and leave the treated part for a short time, thereby allowing the putty to set (see Putty on wood: how to do it wisely).
• After a few minutes, coat this area again, achieving the best evenness of the surface. If this does not work for you, and the surface constantly forms a depression, then repeat this procedure (with intermediate short drying) as many times as necessary. To continue finishing, you must wait until it dries completely.

It is important to remember that this method of eliminating surface defects is cosmetic, and is absolutely not suitable for very deep potholes, drilled holes, and especially broken elements. In this case, you will have to remove the damaged fragments and replace them with new ones, using putty to smooth out the joints. But this topic is quite extensive, and we will touch on it in one of the following articles.

The decorative covering of a door deteriorates over time and loses its attractiveness. If the old paint is cracked and peeling in places, it is recommended to remove the old coating before applying a new coat. But it also happens that the surface has only lost its shine, has become dull, or spots have appeared on it, but the layer itself lies smoothly and has retained its integrity. In such cases, there is no point in carrying out work to remove the old coating. It will not be possible to qualitatively remove the old layer of paint that has retained its strength. It is difficult to remove. As a result, you can only damage the doors or get a surface whose quality is much lower than the original version.

Features of painting over an old layer

At first glance, painting a wooden door over an old layer seems like a trivial matter: just go ahead and paint it.

But in fact, in order to paint a wooden door and get a surface that will be no worse in quality than factory painting, learn a few rules:

• The surface of the door, regardless of its condition, must be carefully prepared. Against the background of the old paint, cracks and potholes are invisible, but after applying a new layer they will appear and ruin all your efforts.
• The right choice of material for painting an interior door. It’s not just a matter of proper selection of color, surface texture or the strength of the film formed. It is important to consider the compatibility of materials. Many paints are not compatible with each other, and if chosen incorrectly, the old coating may curl or bulge when it comes into contact with the new material.
• Decide on the correct paint application technique. For doors with a complex structure, it is possible to obtain a smooth and neat surface with proper selection and combination of painting techniques and painting tools.

The last rule, common to all cases of working with paint, is to strictly follow the instructions for applying the selected paint and varnish material.

Which paint to choose

First, decide what paints are used to apply to the door:

• Alkyd enamels. This is the most affordable option. Film strength is average. The advantages include a large range of colors and compatibility with MDF, fiberboard and wood. The main disadvantage is the long drying time and the characteristic pungent odor. Among materials of this type there are a large number of glossy coatings.

• Acrylic enamels. This type of paint is a water dispersion of acrylates. The main advantage over other compositions is the absence of odor and quick drying. Besides, color palette, presented in hundreds of colors, allows you to create unique shades yourself. To protect the surface, it is additionally coated with parquet transparent varnish.
• Oil-based tinting paints are great for transforming interior and entrance doors. Absorbing into the wood texture they give it a unique shade. The only condition for their use is wood, without any coating.

• Nitro enamels. They dry quickly, but at the same time the volatile, caustic solvent evaporates, which can cause poor health and even poisoning. If you take precautions and use products when working personal protection, then this option deserves attention. After the solvent has completely evaporated, the coating becomes safe. It is considered a high-quality and fast method of painting.
• Colored varnishes, glazes. These materials are used for painting varnished door panels. Used in cases where there are no significant cracks or chips on the base. To fully restore the varnished surface, the old varnish must be removed, or you can refuse to re-varnish and paint over the interior doors after puttying.

Color selection

Having decided on the coloring composition, let’s briefly dwell on the choice of color. The manufacturer's catalog will make the task easier, but if it is not available, you can choose it yourself desired color. Please note that the color will change as you apply a certain number of layers.

The color palette is chosen based on personal preferences, but it is possible to select a color depending on the design style of the house or apartment.

Material Compatibility

It is not so easy to understand the modern variety of materials. Chemical compositions for the uninitiated person are a secret behind seven locks, and when buying a material to apply to old paint, many rely on luck, hoping that the old layer will not react in any way to contact with the new chemical. There are some recommendations according to which you should select the material depending on what the door is painted with.

Therefore, before you go for paint, you need to clarify what the canvas is painted with.

• Epoxy and polyurethane compounds contain aggressive solvents. Cyclohexanone or xylene are capable of destroying materials that are reversible polymers obtained by natural curing (nitrocellulose, vinyl, copolymer-vinyl chloride compounds). Simply put, epoxy or polyurethane paint will destroy the coating made with nitro paints.
• Epoxy and polyurethane materials are applied only over the same compositions or primers, maintaining drying intervals for each layer.
• Silicate compounds are generally not applied over any other types of paints.
• Alkyd paints are not aggressive and can be safely applied over any material.
• Copolymer-vinyl chloride compounds and compounds based on chlorine rubber are applied only over acrylic, epoxy, and silicate materials.

Important! To update the door, it is better to use paint of the same type as the previous layer.

Features of working with different surfaces

If the old door looks good, but the coating has only faded and worn out, then it can be quickly updated by such an event as painting the door without removing the previous layer. The tactics of work will depend on the type of coating available:

Painted doors

This option will cause the least amount of trouble with preparation and has every chance of getting a high-quality surface. To paint interior doors with your own hands, just thoroughly wash the surface of the door to remove dirt and greasy stains, fill all cracks and gaps with putty. It is better to take automotive epoxy paints with a hardener. Such putties do not shrink when dry, and all defects can be repaired in one go.

After the putty has dried, the surface is sanded with fine (120 grit) sandpaper. It is better if you use a vibrating sander on large flat surfaces (counters, panels). the main task when working with a painted door - high-quality painting, which is achieved by applying several uniform layers of material. The duration of the work will directly depend on the time it takes for the next painted layer of the door to completely dry.

Old painted door

Lacquered doors

If you decide to renew the varnish surface by applying a new layer, it should be taken into account that all defects will remain visible.

Important! Secondary varnishing rarely gives the expected results. As a rule, the surface should be close to ideal. If you don’t want to tinker with the old coating, then it’s better to paint varnished interior doors that have lost their appearance or coat them with a tinted glaze.

The main difficulty in this situation is selecting putty to match the base material. But wooden surface is not monochromatic in nature. Even if you spend a lot of time and use several shades of putty, you will still end up with stains on the canvas.

Door painting technologies

The quality of the door coating depends on the tool, application method and professional skills of the craftsman.

Tools

Door painting is done using the following tools:

• Brushes. It is not recommended to paint the entire canvas with just one brush. If you lack experience, the surface will end up with streaks. It will not be possible to apply a thin, even layer of paint with a brush. But without this tool you won’t be able to paint hard to reach places, corners, layout pattern or panel margins. Therefore, when painting canvases with a complex configuration, first work with a brush, painting over problem areas.
• Roller. Repainting panel interior doors is done with just a roller. The roller bobbin must be fur, polyamide or polyacrylic. These materials are resistant to most aggressive solvents.

Important! For painting work on door restoration foam rollers do not use.

• Compressor (spray gun). A spray bottle will allow you to get a uniform thin layer. The result is perfect smooth coating. The process of applying paint is much faster than manually.

Related tools you can’t do without:

• gloves;
• paint tray;
• rags;
• masking tape;
• sandpaper;
• putty knife;
• and what you have at your disposal: stools on which you will place the canvas, or sawhorses.

In addition to paint and varnish, prepare putty, primer and solvent.

Painting schemes

First, a little theory. The interior door can be panel or panel. Depending on this, the execution scheme and the order of staining will depend.

If it is a panel-type canvas, then painting is carried out in 3 stages:

1. Coloring begins from the upper corner in the transverse direction. The movement of the brush goes from left to right.
2. the second layer of paint is applied in the longitudinal direction.
3. the third layer is similar to the first.

Please note that three layers cannot be applied at once; after each coating, time must pass for the composition to dry.

For work, it is better to use a roller, as the brush may leave streaks.

If it is a paneled door, then first all the recesses are painted with a brush, and then the rest of the panel, but with a roller.

Stages of work

All work can be written in the form of the following algorithm:

• It is better to remove the door and twist the fittings. If there is no such possibility (or desire), then handles, hinges, locks and glass are sealed with film and masking tape. It will be difficult to remove the paint. The tape must be removed before the paint dries.
• Washing and drying the door surface.
• Removing peeling areas, filling defects, sanding. Each layer is sanded after complete drying.
• Selecting the type of paint material.
• Applying a primer (paint diluted with the same type of solvent). This will improve adhesion and reduce the likelihood of bleed through putty areas.
• Application required quantity layers of paint or varnish.

For ease of work and control over dipping the tool into paint, use a paint tray.

It is more convenient to paint the canvas if it is located in a horizontal position. This way you won’t get unsightly streaks if there is too much paint in the corners and sides of the door leaf. Many people use specially prepared sawhorses for convenience, or take the easier route and place the door on 4 stools.

Protection of fittings from smudging. This is not a whim, but a reasonable step. It is advisable to twist it and put it aside for the duration of the work, but suitable option and with its protection, for which it is recommended to use masking tape.

Drips resulting from painting can be easily removed if you use a sponge, and then hide its traces by going over the area with a roller.

While the painted canvas is drying, make sure that no accidental dust gets on it or that a stray midge does not stick to it. To do this, it is better to do coloring in a special workshop.

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Update interior or entrance doors Can different ways. Painting without removing the old layer is the simplest and most quick way, which home craftsmen most often resort to. Result: beautiful door without much effort!

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Save your budget on purchases new door and refreshing the interior of the room is quite possible. To do this, it is enough to update the old door structure, adhering to the technology of preparing and painting the canvas.

All about choosing paint, coloring features different types doors and stages of painting work, as written in the article.

Distinctive features of painting different types of doors

Old interior and entrance doors often have a high-quality frame and durable door leaf. Various models, even those made from valuable species wood, lose their original luster over time. The layer of paint that has accumulated over the years spoils the appearance of the doors and requires reconstruction.

The simplest and affordable way updates entrance structure- coating new paint. Anyone can do this job House master, it is enough to know the features of door manufacturing materials, modern varnishes and paints, as well as follow painting technology.

The process of painting different types of doors has its own characteristics:

1. Solid wood. Doors made of this material are smooth, heavy structures. This option conveys the natural structure of wood as much as possible. To update the array, you should choose a transparent varnish or glaze. If the canvas is outdated, then wood-look glaze will do.
2. MDF. The design of such a door consists of sheets particle board and insulation. Painting an MDF door is quite simple, but before doing this you should carefully prepare the surface.
3. Paneled canvases. The frame is made of MDF, and the inserts are made of thin boards or sheets of plywood. Before painting, the structure will have to be disassembled into its component elements. Because of large quantity joints, panel doors wear out faster and require renewal more often.

How to choose materials for painting a door

High-quality paints cannot be too cheap. In this case, the savings are not justified. Sometimes, shortly before the expiration date, stores reduce the price by paints and varnishes. If painting a wooden door is planned in the coming days, then this option will allow you to save money without losing quality.

Optimal paint for doors

Thinking about the question: “What to cover the door with?” must have general idea about paint and varnish products, their pros and cons. The range of all paints is usually classified into transparent and opaque.

Opaque paints include alkyd and oil-based coatings. The most commonly used paints are nitro paint, acrylic and alkyd enamel. Each of the listed colors has its own characteristics.

Alkyd enamel is the most affordable, available in a wide range of colors and shades. After drying, a durable, impact-resistant external factors coating. The material is wear-resistant, economical in consumption and dries relatively quickly.

Significant disadvantage alkyd paint- an unpleasant odor that lingers in the room for about two days after painting. The fumes negatively affect the health of allergy sufferers and people with respiratory diseases. It is not advisable to use alkyd enamels in children's rooms.

Nitro paint has high aesthetic properties; the color palette of materials is superior to acrylic/alkyd enamels. Significant advantages include high wear resistance and strength. However, nitro paint is even more harmful to health than alkyd enamel. Paint fumes are very toxic; painting work is carried out only in well-ventilated areas in compliance with safety precautions. You cannot enter the room until the paint is completely dry.

Water-based acrylic enamels are best suited for painting interior doors. The composition is easy to apply, adheres well, and when drying there is no unpleasant toxic odor.

Minuses acrylic paint: higher price and low strength. To increase the wear resistance of the coating and preserve aesthetically pleasing The top paint is coated with acrylic special varnish.

Varnish for wooden doors is more often used for solid wood structures. Varnishing, like painting, protects doors from moisture, bright light and other external influences. There are clear and tinted varnishes. Some materials are used in conjunction with paints. The choice of one or another varnish depends on the result you want to get.

Tinted varnish gives the door a certain shade. Transparent conveys color natural wood tone on tone.

Advice. When buying varnish, you should pay attention to the drying speed. It is better to choose a quick-drying varnish - such varnish does not spread over the surface and is harmless to health.

Choosing the color of interior doors

Today's range of paints allows you to bring to life the most daring design solutions on room decoration. In modern design, three main trends in painting interior doors can be seen:

• delicate, light tones of blue, peach, green, pink, lavender;
• dark rich shades of brown, cherry, blue, chocolate;
• bright colors - orange, yellow, red.

1. Dark shades such as cherry, red walnut, dark chocolate will add sophistication and luxury to the living room. Bright hues Well suited for decorating a bedroom and children's room, creating a cozy and comfortable environment.
2. The snow-white bedroom set is combined with the same white door, decorated with golden panels.
3. For wooden house It is better to choose solid wood doors coated with a transparent oil impregnation.
4. A classic interior with antique furniture can be complemented with an artificially aged wooden door.
5. The color of the door frame should be either lighter or darker than the color of the walls.

How to paint a wooden door correctly: technological process

Required Tools

The first step is to take care of the tools. To work you will need:

• paint tray;
• paint brushes;
• gloves;
• rags;
• putty knife;
• masking tape;
• emery cloth;
• vacuum cleaner;
• flashlight - can be useful for conveniently searching for defects on the door leaf;
• stools (4 pcs.) or trestles (2 pcs.).

Materials you will need:

• putty;
• primer;
• paint or varnish;
• solvent.

Surface preparation

It is more convenient to work with the canvas removed. Therefore, the door is first removed from its hinges and placed on a support, for example, on 4 stools. If the door is to be painted with an alkyd composition, then it is better to carry out the work in the yard, on the terrace or balcony.

After removing the door, remove all fittings. Fixed handles and hinges can be wrapped in paper, secured with tape or wrapped in foil. Fix the lock mechanism and seal it with tape.

In order to paint the door correctly, it is necessary to properly prepare it. How smoothly the paint lies on the door depends on the quality of this stage. Preparation procedure:

1. Remove old paint, putty and primer down to the wood. To make the work easier, you can use a grinding machine, sandpaper, or a special wood remover.
2. Perform pre-grinding. This will help remove small dents, scratches and paint residue. Sanding is carried out with a grinder and medium-grain sandpaper. Vacuum the surface.
3. Visible imperfections in wood should be filled with special putty. Special attention pay attention to the gaps between decorative elements and canvas, lintel and jamb.
4. After the putty has completely dried, sand the door again with sandpaper - first with medium-grain sandpaper, and then with fine-grain sandpaper.

Advice. Wood that has darkened over time can be lightened with a solution of chlorine bleach and water in a ratio of 3:1, respectively.

Door painting scheme

The painting scheme depends on the door design:

1. Panel door. Painting occurs in three stages. It is advisable to use a roller - it does not leave marks or hairs and ensures uniform painting. Painting begins from the top corner of the door in a transverse direction from left to right. After applying the first coat, the paint should dry completely. The second layer is applied in the longitudinal direction, and the third in the transverse direction.
2. Paneled door. First, use a brush to paint all the recesses in the canvas. It is important to avoid excess paint. Finally, the entire door is painted with a roller, following the order of painting the panel structure.

Having decided on the painting technology, you can proceed to further actions.

Staining order

1. Lay the prepared canvas horizontally, having previously covered the surface with polyethylene. Protect the glass in the door with masking tape.
2. Use a brush to paint small elements of a wooden door, panels and protruding parts.
3. Apply the first coat of paint with a roller.
4. Leave the door until completely dry and repeat painting in a perpendicular direction.
5. If you need to achieve a brighter and more saturated color, the door is painted in three layers.

How to properly paint solid pine doors: features of the process

The advantage of inexpensive pine is pleasant aroma pine needles, which adds peace to the home and promotes restful sleep. Pine is a soft wood and is therefore susceptible to damage. environment. To make the material more durable and wear-resistant, it is necessary to protect it with the right paint and varnish.

Some designers are reluctant to use solid pine doors in the interior due to the presence of knots. This deficiency can be corrected using tinted stain. The product will not disturb the wood grain, but will give it a noble shade.

Before painting, the surface must be puttied and sanded. Resin drips and pockets should be removed and the door leaf sanded.

Sequence of painting a pine door:

1. Sanding. The door, both new and old, must first be treated with sandpaper.
2. Clean the surface from dust.
3. Prime the canvas. The primer promotes uniform application of paint and additionally protects the wood from rotting. For better antiseptic protection, it is recommended to use special impregnation.
4. Staining. Using a roller, apply stain of the desired shade to the door. To completely paint the texture, opaque paints are suitable.
5. Cover the door with varnish.

How to paint pine doors correctly: video

Opening with varnish - practicality and durability of wooden doors

Let's consider the technology of how to properly varnish a door:

1. The first stage is preparation. The order of preparatory activities is fully consistent with the paint application technology.
2. Mix the selected varnish directly in the jar to obtain a homogeneous mass (during storage paint material may delaminate). Stirring is done very slowly so that bubbles do not form.
3. The first layer is a primer. It is performed with diluted varnish, diluted with water or solvent (depending on the type of base). The primer is applied along the wood structure with a brush. You cannot stop while painting, otherwise a stain will form on the surface that will have to be sanded.
4. After the primer has dried, sand the door with fine sandpaper to remove protruding wood fibers.
5. Applying a layer of varnish. This layer is applied in a cross direction with the previous one.

The door is opened with varnish until a perfectly smooth surface is formed. You will have to apply at least three layers.

How to properly paint a fiberboard door: step-by-step instructions

Fiberboard is a very porous material, so it must be primed before painting. This will reduce paint consumption and increase the wear resistance of the coating. Ordinary drying oil is suitable as a primer, which must first be heated to a temperature of +40°-+50°C.

Sequence of painting a fiberboard door:

1. Remove the door from its hinges, lay it horizontally, and clean it of debris and dust. Wipe the surface with a cloth soaked in alcohol.
2. Apply several coats of primer. Thorough impregnation will significantly increase the strength and water resistance of fiberboard. Drying oil can be replaced with a primer mixture with fungicides/insecticides. Such compositions are deprived unpleasant odor and it is enough to apply them in one layer.
3. Fill any visible cracks with putty and leave the door to dry completely.
4. Sand the surface with sandpaper.
5. Alkyd, oil, acrylic or water-dispersion paints are suitable for painting. When choosing a composition, you need to take into account the type of fiberboard. For example, water-resistant fiberboard will repel water-based paints.