Diy Painting Wooden Window Frames

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Diy painting wooden window frames.

Work from the inside to the outside of the window frame. Use sandpaper to smooth the transitions between old paint and raw wood and to prep the existing paint finish. If your frame is to be painted in a clear varnish or waxed it will be important to match the colour of filler or putty. A well sanded surface improves the chance of adhesion for the new primer and paint.

Prime any bare wood. Open the window and first paint the inside. Sand the window frame with a medium grade sandpaper and brush away any dust. Do you have an old window or door maybe that has been needing a coat of paint for a while but you just can t bring yourself to take on all of that taping.

Paint specific to the type of window frame you have i used valspar cabinet enamel which works on wood and metal. Step by step guide having removed paint as necessary fill any cracks voids or nail holes with cellulose filler woodfiller or putty. Primer specific to the type of window frame you have i used valspar bonding primer sealer which works on wood and. If you want to be extra cautious you could tape.

Following this pattern will give you a nice neat. Sand the whole frame with medium. Run masking tape along the edges to ensure a clean line. Then paint the vertical parts.

Start with the pieces in the window grid called muntins if there are any. Make sure you re wearing. Project shopping list step 1 7am. Fine gauge sandpaper rags angled paintbrush small detail.

Who knew painting a window could be so easy.