Exterior Paint White Fake Framing Edge Around Doors Windows

How to paint exterior window frames.

Exterior paint white fake framing edge around doors windows.

When you venture out to the store you will need brushes that are the right size for your plastic frame. Pull a putty knife along it to create a flat sloping surface. Roll new putty into a thin tube shape and press it into the bare spots. If you re using putty this can lead to cracks.

Paint edgers are typically used for wall painting such as above baseboards below crown molding around window and door trim and at the juncture between two walls such as for accent walls. This will prevent the entry of moisture. Brush the wood you exposed with linseed oil to help the new putty stick. Starting at a top corner of the door trim begin painting along the side edge of the trim where it meets the wall.

Starting at the top of the door frame begin painting the inside of the frame. Using semigloss exterior paint and a 2 inch angled sash brush with synthetic bristles paint around the edges of the. In order to brighten the plastic frame and really make your door pop you will need to give extra attention to your trim. Paint a section at a time.

The only difference is that when you re painting outdoor windows and doors you should overlap the glass by a few millimeters. Scrape off loose paint and window putty from around the edge of the window and brush clean. Work outward from the edge. If your door is paneled start with the panels.

Your paint should be a high quality exterior paint that will endure the elements. Don t get paint edgers and cutting in or masking techniques confused when you re ready to get started.