Diy Painting Wooden Window Frames

Use sandpaper to smooth the transitions between old paint and raw wood and to prep the existing paint finish.

Diy painting wooden window frames.

Project shopping list step 1 7am. Start with the pieces in the window grid called muntins if there are any. Paint in a. Start with the horizontal parts of the frame and work from bottom to top.

Who knew painting a window could be so easy. Run masking tape along the edges to ensure a clean line. Make sure you re wearing. Paint specific to the type of window frame you have i used valspar cabinet enamel which works on wood and metal.

Work from the inside to the outside of the window frame. Following this pattern will give you a nice neat. Boy have i got news for you the easiest way to paint a window. Then paint the vertical parts.

If you want to be extra cautious you could tape. Step by step guide having removed paint as necessary fill any cracks voids or nail holes with cellulose filler woodfiller or putty. Fine gauge sandpaper rags angled paintbrush small detail. Then paint the horizontal pieces followed by the vertical pieces.

A well sanded surface improves the chance of adhesion for the new primer and paint. 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. 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. Prime any bare wood.

Sand the window frame with a medium grade sandpaper and brush away any dust.