How do I paint a Garaga door?
General information
If you decide to paint your Garaga door (in steel or in aluminum) yourself, the following instructions outline how to do it. It is important to note that oil-based paint (alkaloid) with a matt or semi-gloss finish does not exist in the market (unless an industrial paint is used).
Therefore, it is recommended that latex paint be used to avoid highlighting imperfections in the metal. Use a brush to contour the raised panel, and a roller (1/2 "(10 mm)) to provide a nice finish.
If your customers want to paint their front door and/or windows, it is possible to closely reproduce the colour of their Garaga door. See the Sico, National / Laurentide and Benjamin Moore colour codes on the next page.
We have used the Sico, National - Laurentide and Benjamin Moore paint companies, but any good paint company can be used, with the steps remaining the same. Some dealers are equipped with an electronic machine to match the exact colour. A colour sample will be necessary.
How to repaint a Garaga door:
- Wash the surface of each panel with phosphate trisodium (Polypred 771-137) to remove grease and residue. Rinse completely with clear water and let dry.
- Sand the surface of each panel with sandpaper (grade #220) in order to create an adherence profile. Avoid using steel wool. Clean the panel with a tack cloth or a vacuum.
- A primer coat is only necessary if the enamel has been taken off, if the steel is visible or if there is rust. In these particular cases, apply a coat of zinc phosphate primer: Sico(Corrostop Light Beige 635-260 or Oxide Red 635-785), National - Laurentide (Dura-sol 545-062 (8545-91)) or Benjamin Moore Primer Series 163. Let it dry a minimum of 16 hours before painting
- Apply 2 coats of latex paint
| SICO SUPREM | SICO CLASSIC | LAURENTIDE | NATIONAL | BENJAMIN MOORE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| matt | Series 811 | Series 271 | 1311-XX | 2311-XX | Series 103 |
| semi-gloss | Series 827 | Series 277 | - | - | Series 96 (water) Series M24 (oil) |
| gloss | - | - | 1316-XX | 2316-XX | Series 309 (water) Series M24 (oil) |
Note: The above guidelines are only suggestions. For exact application instructions, we advise you seek expert advice from a colour consultant at your nearest retail paint store.
