All latex paint is water resistant so there is no need to waterproof your metal door.
Waterproof paint for metal door.
Using semigloss exterior paint and a 2 inch angled sash brush with synthetic bristles paint around the edges of the.
Paint a section at a time.
You ll want to make certain the strike plate and latches are in alignment.
Behr premium 1 gal.
St 330 redwood semi transparent waterproofing exterior wood stain and sealer.
If your door is paneled start with the panels.
It may cost a bit more but the last thing you want.
If your door has fallen out of alignment take time to make certain your door fits straight before you begin weatherproofing.
Include the threshold if it is not meant to have the same wood finish as the floor of the room behind the door.
At the paint store you ll see a lot of different kinds of paint to choose from but since painting on metal is a bit trickier than just painting a wall don t be afraid of splurging on high end latex paint.
How to waterproof seal an exterior door by edwin thomas.
Apply a layer of exterior primer to the top and sides of the inside of the door frame with a paint brush.
If you plan to attach a new door bottom with a drip edge you may have to plane the bottom of the door slightly.