How Do You Paint Masonite Doors?
Masonite International Corporation makes interior and exterior doors as well as patio doors. Although most people dread doing it, painting doors helps to protect them and allows you to make them a matching part of your home decorating. Properly preparing the door to accept paint and knowing the proper sequence for painting a paneled door make the chore of painting doors much easier for those who believe the task difficult. Remove the door from its hinges if you want. If you leave the door on the hinges when painting, cover the hinges with masking tape. Remove the doorknob and strike plate. Remove any other decorations on the door that you do not wish to paint, such as door knockers. Use a scraper to remove any old, peeling paint, Fill in any holes or large cracks with wood putty, spackle or an automotive filler such as Bondo. Lightly sand the door. Wash the door with soap and water when done sanding to remove any sanding dust or oil from your hands. Depending on the design of the door,
