The only difference is that when you re painting outdoor windows and doors you should overlap the glass by a few millimeters.
Exterior paint white fake framing edge around doors windows.
Pull a putty knife along it to create a flat sloping surface.
Don t get paint edgers and cutting in or masking techniques confused when you re ready to get started.
Paint edgers are typically used for wall painting such as above baseboards below crown molding around window and door trim and at the juncture between two walls such as for accent walls.
How to paint exterior window frames.
When you venture out to the store you will need brushes that are the right size for your plastic frame.
Scrape off loose paint and window putty from around the edge of the window and brush clean.
Paint a section at a time.
Continue until all side edges of the trim are complete.
If your door is paneled start with the panels.
Using semigloss exterior paint and a 2 inch angled sash brush with synthetic bristles paint around the edges of the.
Work outward from the edge.
This will prevent the entry of moisture.
In order to brighten the plastic frame and really make your door pop you will need to give extra attention to your trim.
Starting at a top corner of the door trim begin painting along the side edge of the trim where it meets the wall.
If you re using putty this can lead to cracks.
Brush the wood you exposed with linseed oil to help the new putty stick.
Your paint should be a high quality exterior paint that will endure the elements.
The method used for painting outdoor window frames and doors is nearly the same as for indoor window frames and doors.