Spring Is The Season To Paint A Garage Door

WESTMINSTER, Colo. - March 31, 2013 - PRLog -- Trapper Searles, owner of the Denver Garage Doctor says that this is the right time of the year to paint a garage door.

“Metal garage doors should be painted every few years,” he said. “Also, if you do not want to paint every year, make sure you remove all the existing paint.”

“Spring, or early summer, is the best time to paint here in Denver,” Searles noted, “You need to wait until winter weather damage is done, and you need temperatures that are not too hot.”

“Prepping the surface is as important as the type of paint you choose,” he said, “make sure any rust spots are taken down to the metal. Wire brushing is ok but a disc sander is better.   Covering the rust with another coat of paint will only slow the oxidation process down.”

“We suggest using an oil based primer, and finish with a latex top coat,” Searles added.  “ Lastly, do not be afraid to use some paint. Load the brush or roller, dab or roll, then reload the brush or roller. After you have covered a small area, coat it out quickly. If you find yourself rolling a lot or brushing a lot you are probably not using enough paint.”

Searles again cautioned that garage doors need to be painted more often than the home.

About The Garage Doctor

Denver, Colorado based Denver Garage Doctor (http://denvergaragedoctor.com/) servicing the greater Denver area since 2005.  The Garage Doctor offers full service on Garage Door Installation, Garage Door Repair and Replacement, Garage Door Openers and Garage Door Spring Repair and Replacement. The Garage Doctor also offers Custom Garage Door design and installation, with a wide variety of designs, colors and materials.  In the event of a major emergency, The Garage Doctor’s 24 hour emergency service is available.