Faux Wood Door - Gel Stain - DIY - How To Make Your Door Look Like Wood

[@BeachBumBoatsmith]

Btw your explanations are professor status. " Think about how a garage door is built." That's a very simple instruction that's going t help a lot of folks will do a much better job. I'm I professional boat builder little tip. Do not listen to the haters telling you how wrong it is to mix the 2 paints. I'm actually a professional in the auto and marine coating. I experiment all the time with different paints and making the stuff work. It's made me tons of money and I have several patents pending. Experimenting has made me the best at what I do. I'll be using your technique but using a polyester gel coat.

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks so much for that! people always have negative things to say it’s been almost 2 years and there isn’t a single scratch in this door. I think that’s the best part about being an artist, mixing and figuring out new techniques.

[@robsheezy8144]

What exact colors (products)did you use for your garage I love the look I'm gonna do it next weekend on my home. Please lmk thank you

[@jopet4593]

What a great idea! I'll definitely do this on my front door when the weather is nicer ❤

[@dcwoodworks]

Awesome! Its such an upgrade. Let me know how it goes!! Or if you have any questions

[@jopet4593]

​@@dcwoodworks I will for sure! Thanks!

[@mississaugaballoonsdecor]

Beautiful! What colours did you use?

[@destinybeverly2785]

Good job! This is how gel stain is supposed to be applied! I hate seeing ppl lay it on thick and leave it, im like no thats definitely not how to do it lol

[@dcwoodworks]

I totally agree!!! I’ve seen it go on like goo and I cringe

[@alexthepainter1113]

spectacular job... what is the name of the base color you used? In the end did you use some type of clear coat to protect the gel stain?

[@DL-rm7zg]

What a great idea. Just moved into a house with two boring white garage doors.

[@dcwoodworks]

oh you have to do it then!! its such a big upgrade for low cost

[@JonnyDIY]

Wow both doors came out great 👍 I remember when I first saw a set painter do this on a movie my mind was blown 🤯

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks so much!! So cool! What movie? It’s insane how real it looks.

[@JonnyDIY]

@@dcwoodworks can't remember which one, worked on sets down in Los Angeles for many years. I just remember thinking how cool/smart it was. It looked 100% real on film. And the painters and set builders are so skilled in all their lil tricks

[@dcwoodworks]

@@JonnyDIY that sounds like an awesome job! I’ve only been in on set but I can appreciate it.

[@eleanorwilliams9029]

Nice! I wand try this technique on charger plates. Wish my luck!😊

[@dcwoodworks]

have fun! what do you mean by charger plates?? This sounds so cool!

[@thumbwiz]

Wow very nice, and my garage door is in need.

[@dcwoodworks]

Bring it back to life with this technique!!

[@yeyatatiana2076]

Stunning! great execution. love love love!

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks so much!! did you try it out??

[@kristinsmith8728]

I really love ur color choices with these. Would u care to share? I struggle trying to find the right one. 😂

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! The color is pumpkin used was from SICO paints. (As long as it’s light and creamy it’ll work) The most important color is the “special walnut” in the gel stain brand minwax - this color is what got me this look. If the base coat of paint it light. The door will look similar to mine. If you want darker. Make your base darker. But if you want lighter, keep the base similar to mine and get a lighter gel stain color Hope this helps!

[@veronicafontana211]

Can you use white as the base?

[@lnterry9822]

Hello ​@dcwoodworks thanks for sharing. I used mini wax gel stain last spring and mine began peeling at the bottom this winter and I live in the South with not too harsh winters. It is already red oak gel stain what would you recommend to correct this. Thanks

[@josemarro6355]

it's a such a great job. and a good idea. i will do with my garage door. thank you very much for all your videos helps a lot 👍

[@dcwoodworks]

You are welcome! I’m so glad they help you. Let me know how this one turns out!

[@josemarro6355]

@@dcwoodworks I will Thanks

[@jjone174]

The garage door looks great! I see where you mentioned multiple names of gel stain you used for the garage door. Could you please confirm which product you used? Thanks for your help!

[@dcwoodworks]

for sure! Ive done this technique now 5 different times. I have used both minwax and varathane gel stains and both dry / wear the same. great products! hope that helps

[@sommerwelling6441]

What color base paint and gel stain did you use? Im going to do this with the interior metal of my entry door!

[@arsewell]

Just to be sure - your door was already white, then you painted it again with an exterior paint before staining? That part was a little confusing. It looks amazing & I'm doing this on the weekend!

[@dcwoodworks]

Yup! The white was painted from the previous owner and not chipping off so I didn’t need to prime it. IF your painting over a metal door. I would scuff it up with rough grit sandpaper and prime it first. Then paint the base colour Good luck!!!

[@nicoletrombly1248]

So, you used an exterior paint in a light color and then applied the gel stain on top of that paint color, correct? I am totally doing this this summer!

[@dcwoodworks]

Yup that’s correct! It’s so simple. Get a corse brush to apply The gel stain. You have a long working time so just test out the look you like first. Have a few brushes on hand :)

[@dcwoodworks]

Good luck!

[@BeachBumBoatsmith]

Nice work!!!!

[@BeachBumBoatsmith]

​@@dcwoodworksI did a similar technique with Rust-Oleum cabinet restoration kit. Very very nice work.

[@suemacdougall874]

Looks amazing, do the trim too please !!

[@kencoakley4652]

Great job.

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks! I Love this door

[@srice5596]

That looks fantastic! Im totally going to do this!

[@dcwoodworks]

You should! Let me know how it goes

[@doesntmatter3068]

That turned out Great. I going to try this. One question: My garage door is metal, with a white powder/ paint covering all the panels. *Is your garage door metal?*

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks so much! My garage door is metal but it was painted on top of that. so I didn't need to prime it I just painted over. If you already have it painted then I would just do a test patch and wait to see if it sticks good

[@SteveC0000]

I must say that you did an excellent job on both the garage and front door! Which brand and color gel stain did you use????

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! thanks so much. I used minwax Dark walnut for the gel stain. Doesn't look very dark hey?

[@timgehring805]

I really like the way this turned out. I have been having a hard time finding an exterior gel stain for metal doors. Everything is for wood. Your garage door looks like metal. Right? Was your gel stain for exterior and metal?

[@Cirelli_Ryan]

Gel stain is for metal - anything

[@Cirelli_Ryan]

Miniwax gel stain - is for everything

[@dcwoodworks]

I just used the normal gel stain. I didn't even top coat it and its been two years and looks like I did it yesterday. This is why I say in the video to make sure to do it on a warm day. The sun almost baked it. I cant describe it, but I did it on another door on a wet day and it took almost a week before its wasn't tacky to the touch. you can also top coat it!

[@ozzierodriguez6559]

Great job! I'm looking for a light "White Oak" color to match the interior of my flooring. Would you recommend that I use the same pumpkin base and use an Oak stain? Thanks!

[@dcwoodworks]

I think so! Maybe even a TAD lighter. A good rule of thumb is it just needs to be lighter then the gel stain your putting on

[@cherylbixby2198]

Doing my front door now. It has a wood grain texture in it already. Yay! However I am finishing it also has a bumpy texture. Any thoughts on smoothing it the bumps? 😊I've been starting over and redoing pieces. Starting to stress

[@dcwoodworks]

Can you see the dumps or are they just small and in the paint? I don't think youll have to if their small

[@cherylbixby2198]

@dcwoodworks the bumps aren't in the paint. It's part of the door texture. Also found out that wiping it with mineral spirits caused some of the paint and stain to blend together in a much way. So, my door it a mess. I've switched to the old masters brand of wiping stain. Looking better. Just going to be a bit of a rustic wood look. I could try to send pics when I'm done

[@rescuerhonda0164]

It turned out beautifully! What shade stain did you use?

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks so much! I used special walnut! its my favourite stain color

[@rescuerhonda0164]

@@dcwoodworks Thank you! I'm going to do this soon!

[@rescuerhonda0164]

@@dcwoodworks Sorry to bug you, but what color is the base coat? I want to have mine exactly like yours!

[@callowayproductsllc4877]

I so want to try this technique, and yours looks awesome!! I'm a bit leary of the skepticism on the topic and how well it holds up over time...living in Michigan and the extreme cold weather and all. How long ago has it been since you've completed the project and how is it holding up for you so far? Thanks for sharing your video. Great finish! ❤

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks for watching!! I have lots of other videos and I’m trying to grow my channel. Hopefully you subscribed! I’m in Nova Scotia Canada and we have extreme weather as well. It’s been 1.5 years. And this past winter we had -43 for two days in a row. (Insanely cold). Usually we sit around -15 to -25 but there isnt a single chip! It’s like I did it yesterday. I have renters in this home right now but I really should do an updated video on how it lasted. Maybe at the two year mark

[@callowayproductsllc4877]

@dcwoodworks Oh, Wow!! Now that's impressive! You've convinced me! I'm going for it. #newsubscriber 😉 Thanks for the speedy reply!

[@maleighamollie]

Good job

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks baby!!

[@carolinewood821]

This is beautiful! Did you use the vinyl paint on the door too before going in with the gel stain? My front door is currently painted green so I know I'll have to change it to a neutral base color, but do you recommend sanding it beforehand?

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! Thanks so much. No I dont recommend sanding it a lot. You could rough it up a bit with a high grit. Just like scratch it. And yup. Use vinyl paint! The sun like baked the gel stain so do it on a hot day. It’s so cool Good luck!!!

[@gregorydean2292]

This is magic!!

[@11thhourBroPhillip]

Wow great job!!!!!!

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks so much!! Are you going to try it out??

[@joelhenry4643]

So no poly? Great work and thank you for simplifying this for me

[@dcwoodworks]

Nope none! Over a year and -20 winters and it looks as fresh as when I first did it. Your so welcome!! I have lots of videos if you need help with other things

[@valeriefletcher2719]

This is fantastic! Can't wait to try it. Would you mind sharing the charcoal gray color you used on the main exterior house? Thanks!

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! Its actually black straight from the can, it looks charcoal in the sunlight but its very black. Its from sherwin williams in the exterior line.

[@dancerdocable]

WONDERFUL tutorial! I would like to do this to my INTERIOR doors and door frames that are currently white. I’m not sure the material, it’s not metal, it’s the builder’s grade material (feels almost like a plastic-composite). Could I do this same technique?

[@dcwoodworks]

Definitely! But I would scuff it up a bit first before the primer to make sure it adheres to it.

[@thoughtkeeper5422]

What is your recommendation for a very flawed, rough door? Several coats? Coat of paint before the stain? Sanding?

[@dcwoodworks]

I wouldn't sand it, unless the paint is chipping off. I think the dimension of the end result will actually hide the roughness of the door. Did you start it yet?

[@thoughtkeeper5422]

@@dcwoodworks thank you for responding- I did- it’s like part of the garage is real wood and part particle board or something- I did three coats- still looks rough- tried some wood filler but it didn’t help- thinking about doing a coat and throwing a grit on it? Like fine sand or something

[@MicheleUselton]

do you by chance know the exact paint and gel stain you used for this color? it is beautiful

[@sommerwelling6441]

I read in a comment she used pumpkin seed for the paint and walnut gel stain

[@terra6941]

I have a red front door too - I presume the only thing different with the front door was primer? I’m getting house ready for selling and will do this on both doors.

[@dcwoodworks]

I didn’t use primer because the paint I got didn’t require it. It was exterior paint grade. So just make sure you ask the questions when your in store. If it’s red paint (like it’s been painted before) it probably doesn’t need it. But again. Ask when your in store it totally depends on the paint you buy. Good luck!! This will so such a nice upgrade for selling!

[@showard866]

Did you paint over the red before you used the gel stain?

[@hope1922]

Thank you for the video! Does it matter if the door I am painting is wood or metal?

[@dcwoodworks]

Not at all just make sure You prime it first!

[@coreychristenson6500]

Looks great.

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks! Im glad you like it :)

[@Stevenbrad392]

Is the base coat paint a flat or does it have a sheen?

[@dcwoodworks]

Flat!

[@MissNikki0977]

Hi there! I love how this turned out! May I ask what color you used for the base? (The tan color)

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! thanks so much I love the result. Are you doing a door?? I used a color called pumpkin seed by SICO paints but honestly and cream/beige color will work

[@MissNikki0977]

Thank you so much for the info! Yes! I’m planning on trying your exact technique in hopes that I get the same exact results on my front door.

[@MissNikki0977]

@@dcwoodworksHi again! I’m finally getting ready to start my door project and as I’m watching videos on it again, I remembered your video. Would you happen to remember the color and brand of your stain?

[@spena2786]

Which products were used for this? And do they come in different shades?

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! The color is pumpkin seed from SICO paints. (As long as it’s light and creamy it’ll work). The most important color is the “special walnut” in the gel stain brand minwax They come in so many different colors. If the base coat of paint it light. The door will look similar to mine. If you want darker. Make your base darker. But if you want lighter, keep the base similar to mine and get a lighter gel stain color Hope this helps!

[@katelyngraber1658]

I love your house numbers, where is the video where you made it?

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks!! I am editing that video RIGHT NOW. hang tight :)

[@paulagreco1472]

We are thinking about paining out white vinyl fence. What are the color and brands you used on your garage project? Also when applying the gel stain did you only use a brush stroke? Sometimes it looks like it had a lot of coverage and other times more of a paint stroke. I’m trying to figure out what stroke you used as the last to achieve the wood grain look. You did an excellent job.

[@dcwoodworks]

Thats a great idea! I used pumpkin seed by Sico paints for the base (any cream color base will do) and Walnut gel stain by minwax (varathane is great too!). If you listen again (sometimes I watch videos with no sound) I explain how I did it. Essentially I put it on too thick at first and then wiped it off and started over. Try a test piece first.

[@angel-mq2mo]

So awesome! Thank you!❤

[@dcwoodworks]

You are so welcome!

[@germanm4142]

Can it be use in cabinets?

[@dcwoodworks]

Absolutely!! it would look so great on cabinets. are you going to try it out?

[@uvk8779]

Thank you for the great video! Could please attach the link to your gel stain?

[@dcwoodworks]

For sure! www.homehardware.ca/en/236ml-walnut-gel-stain/p/1876660?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8oXWqKez_gIV_-_jBx1C7QHxEAAYASAAEgLQl_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds It’s found at most hardware stores, kent, Home Depot. Etc.

[@paulafitch1285]

I am going to give a try

[@dcwoodworks]

Awesome! Let me know if you have any questions

[@bobbybass7518]

Can you list the products you used I’m trying to get that exact look

[@ValerieDelleRose]

So I did my doors, we have extreme winters here. It’s peeling and bubbling. I used a very expensive stain. How do I remove the stain?? @BeachBumBoatsmith

[@PeteBiancamano-rb9fd]

Hi, Beautiful job on the garage and front door! What color did you use for the base coat and help gel stain? Thats the exact color I’m going for.

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks so much! I used a color called Pumpkin seed from SICO but honestly as long as its a cream / close to the colo I used itll be great. its 95% the gel stain

[@user-fo7vw3uo1d]

What were the exact products you used and color? My wife really loves the color.

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! The color is from SICO paints called pumpkin seed. As long as it’s a light cream color for the base it’ll work. The key part is the “special walnut” gel stain from minwax! Good luck. Let me know how it turns out!!

[@agustincoronel5653]

What stain color did you use... im looking to do mine and really like your idea

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks! I used "Special Walnut"

[@breannahinkle5611]

What color and brand of gel stains did you use? It looks beautiful and the exact color I want to do a garage door!

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! The color is pumpkin used was from SICO paints. (As long as it’s light and creamy it’ll work) The most important color is the “special walnut” in the gel stain brand minwax - this color is what got me this look. If the base coat of paint it light. The door will look similar to mine. If you want darker. Make your base darker. But if you want lighter, keep the base similar to mine and get a lighter gel stain color Hope this helps!

[@WarmongerYT]

​@@dcwoodworks Thank you This was extremely helpful!! ❤

[@danielap.5426]

Can you tell me what colors/product you used? I like your colors

[@dcwoodworks]

thanks! I used a base color called pumpkin seed (honestly any light beige will work) and special walnut is the stain color, its my favourite

[@cheffsolo7739]

Great video ! Link on the stain?

[@dcwoodworks]

I dont have a link for it but its called Special walnut in the varathane brand

[@amypapenhausen8970]

If I were to do a top coat or sealer what product would work ?

[@dcwoodworks]

I would make sure to use an oil base thats exterior grade

[@Bullets4TheDevil]

How important is that base coat (beige) as opposed to using the gel stain right over a white door?

[@dcwoodworks]

Honestly, I don’t think it’s that important. I’ve just never seen anyone online do it without it. But I really think it would be totally fine. It’s not like you can see the beige really well.

[@ginavogel802]

What color gel stain and base did you use. Wish you told us the exact colors you used. Thanks looks amazing

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! The color is pumpkin used was from SICO paints. (As long as it’s light and creamy it’ll work) The most important color is the “special walnut” in the gel stain brand minwax - this color is what got me this look. If the base coat of paint it light. The door will look similar to mine. If you want darker. Make your base darker. But if you want lighter, keep the base similar to mine and get a lighter gel stain color Hope this helps!

[@jeanettealvarado4698]

Wow❤what are the exact colors you used for this?

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! I used Darkwalnut for the gel stain :)

[@jags4life904]

⁠@@dcwoodworks Which color did you use? This comment you mentioned you used dark walnut but in the other comment you said you used special walnut.

[@CinematicEdgeVideo]

Can you list exactly what products you used with maybe links. We would like to do exactly what you did to our doors but not sure on what and where to buy.

[@dcwoodworks]

for sure! So you need a vinly-safe paint which is pretty easy to find. Just head to your local paint store and ask them what they suggest. I use SICO paints from Kent building supplies but they are only in my region. Benjamin Moore, Sherwin willams are both great options for paint also. Varathane Gel stain. this is the link. I used the color Walnut. www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/varathane/premium-gel-stain Hope this helps!

[@enricoescobedo9474]

DC --That looks fabulous how much gel stain paint do you recommend for a double garage door?

[@dcwoodworks]

I got a big can (pint) for my single door and I have plenty left over so I think that is plenty for you, also thankyou!!

[@ChefDavidL]

What about in between the panels? Did you paint them?

[@dcwoodworks]

Hi, just painted them with the base coat. That way it’s not white. But I didn’t do the gel stain.

[@raeellis2931]

What’s the name of the primer and color you used?

[@jenniferpearson576]

does this technique work on painted interior doors? im wanting to have my interior doors all look stained but i don’t want to go through the process of paint thinner and sanding them all.

[@dcwoodworks]

I can’t see why it wouldn’t. I think you should absolutely try it out!!

[@TresaBolton]

Does it need to be a tan primer before we start with the gel stain or can it be put on white with the same result?

[@dcwoodworks]

I would do a test! I’ve never done it with white before so I’m not sureb

[@LorrelMcNally]

What color of primer and gel stain did you use? Also what brand did you use?

[@dcwoodworks]

special walnut is the stain color, its my favourite

[@diegohidalgo8070]

What time of gel paint did you use color?

[@dcwoodworks]

I used Walnut gel stain. I just layered it on thin.

[@melissamarie4787]

What color of gel stain did you use?

[@dcwoodworks]

I used dark walnut!

[@maleighamollie]

Hi mom 🎉

[@dcwoodworks]

Hi hunny bun!!

[@maleighamollie]

💚

[@panda21dove61]

What color base did you use

[@dcwoodworks]

It’s called pumpkin seed! Any light beige will do. The gel stain colour is the most important part.

[@jeanettecarrington476]

What paint and colors did you use?

[@dcwoodworks]

I used pumpkinseed from SICO for the base and special walnut as the gelstain

[@steelcity257]

Hi, love this! What base and gel stain colors did you use?

[@dcwoodworks]

Thanks so much! Are you going to try it?? I used pumpkin seed for the base and walnut for the gel stain ☺️

[@chrislamb184]

Please provide base paint color and brand/ tint of stain

[@chrislamb184]

Sorry. U already answered that😂. Great job btw

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! The color is pumpkin seed from SICO paints. (As long as it’s light and creamy it’ll work). The most important color is the “special walnut” in the gel stain brand minwax Hope this helps!!

[@Nemisis2012]

Does the base coat have to be gel or just regular exterior paint?

[@dcwoodworks]

No the base coat is just exterior paint. its the stain thats gel. Gel stain allows you to work with it a lot more then a regular stain.

[@Nemisis2012]

@@dcwoodworks Thank you!

[@germanm4142]

Hi what for colors are you using?

[@dcwoodworks]

thanks! I used a base color called pumpkin seed (honestly any light beige will work) and special walnut is the stain color, its my favourite

[@Rollins-ek3li]

Can you give us the color and exact type of paint you used ? Thanks !

[@dcwoodworks]

dark walnut gel stain and pumpkin seed is the base color :) hope that helps!

[@michaelnichols8757]

Where’s the link to the number sign video

[@dcwoodworks]

I’m 6 done editing it. It’ll be out in a few days. Sorry to keep you waiting!

[@dcwoodworks]

Almost. Not 6 lol

[@bensalter1515]

what color stain did you use?

[@dcwoodworks]

Walnut! My favourite colour ever

[@heathertelford5847]

What colors did you use?

[@dcwoodworks]

I used pumpkin seed for the paint colour and then walnut for the gel stain over top.

[@karlamartinez3689]

Please you can you tell me the color and the brand of the products that you use

[@dcwoodworks]

I used a color called "pumpkin seed" for the base and its from SICO paints but most paint companies will have something similar. I used Varathane gel stain and the color was WALNUT hope that helps!!

[@abbyiyer2011]

Did you use primer for your front door. I have same door like yours .

[@dcwoodworks]

I didnt because it was already painted and holding up well. but if your door is steel i would definitely prime it first

[@city8456]

Can you do this on a metal garage door?

[@dcwoodworks]

Yes! Just use the proper primer

[@mogdaboi]

Hi, could you tell me the base coat colour and the gel stain colour please?

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! Absolutely, I used pumpkin seed. By sico paints. But honestly, any neutral light colour will work. And the stain is special walnut

[@dcwoodworks]

Actually, there’s some dark walnut in there as well. I picked up two small cans.

[@mogdaboi]

@@dcwoodworks Thank you very much, and much appreciated

[@dcwoodworks]

@mogdaboi good luck on your project!!

[@americoramos1616]

Hey whats the name of base color you used and the brand? thanks.

[@dcwoodworks]

Hey! It’s called pumpkin seed by sico

[@LoveForTheTruthTV]

What base color and stain color did you use? This looks amazing!

[@dcwoodworks]

Thankyou! I used a color called maple liquor by sico paints. And dark walnut for the gel stain

[@LoveForTheTruthTV]

@@dcwoodworks was that varathane or miniwax?

[@dcwoodworks]

Varathane. Because I ran out of the minwax from the front door. Both held up the exact same 🙌🏽

[@LoveForTheTruthTV]

@@dcwoodworks you’re the best just walked out HD with Varathane 🔥

[@dcwoodworks]

@@LoveForTheTruthTV awesome!! Good luck! It’s such an upgrade

[@eho1019]

Which colors did you use for the paint and stain?

[@dcwoodworks]

I used pumpkin seed from SICO paints for the base color and then "special walnut" in the stain. hope that helps!

[@eho1019]

Thank you!

[@dcwoodworks]

@eho1019 your so welcome! Did you end up trying out this technique??

[@eho1019]

Not yet! Just got waiting for the stain to come in.

[@dcwoodworks]

@eho1019 let me know how you make out! 🤞🏽

[@jilliannyman5923]

Does this scratch easily?

[@dcwoodworks]

No not at all! The sun like bakes the gel stain. I tried to scratch mine and it wouldn’t

[@TheWilferch]

I'm confused by your identification of the base coat as being a "vinyl" paint. Is this a latex paint used to cover a vinyl product?.... is it also possibly all-in-one with primer?..... also SICO seems to be a Canadian specific brand. It would be good if you can re-state what you used and show a product label, product number, or anything like that to be more clear what this is. This is important enough not to get wrong !!! .... :)

[@dcwoodworks]

there are certain paints made for vinyl, essentially its just an exterior paint. SICO is canadian but I also love benjamin moor and they have a phenomenal exterior vinyl paint aswell

[@TheWilferch]

@@dcwoodworks ..I get all that.....for stuff like this it is good to use specific product references like product numbers and such....just sayin'. Listing generalities like Benjamin Moore as a company name and such simply opens the door to ...too many possibilities. Thanks.

[@Boog-hs9tw]

I work in the paint industry and people keep doing this. DONT DO IT. GEL STAIN AND POLY DO NOT GO ON PAINT. IT WILL FAIL. JUST BECAUSE IT LOOKS FINE AFTER 2 YEARS DOESN'T MEAN YOU HAVE AVOIDED CHEMICAL DAMAGES

[@dcwoodworks]

Lol thanks but no thanks

[@lauraclinkscales104]

My builder painted the textured fiberglass door black.. I prefer gel stain. Do you recommend that I strip the paint off and then do the gel stain and poly instead of painting tan?

[@dcwoodworks]

@@lauraclinkscales104 are you going for the wood look? The tan color is what shows through the gel stain so I think it’s a very important step I also don’t think you need to strip off the black. Just scuff it up, use a good primer and then paint over it

[@germanm4142]

Can it be use in cabinets?

[@dcwoodworks]

Absolutely!! it would look great as a cabinet upgrade, it can be used on anything really

[@user-mf4lz9nj3x]

Which color gel stain did you use?

[@dcwoodworks]

thanks! I used a base color called pumpkin seed (honestly any light beige will work) and special walnut is the stain color, its my favourite