Painting Doors - How To Paint Doors Using A Roller

[@joshelby13]

Thank you for your expert explanation, I painted my doors and so happy with the finish. From one Aussie to another 😬

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@howtopaintinfo]

Enamel DOES NOT need turps for it to dry properly. If you add turps it will thin the paint, if the paint is thinner it will dry a little quicker. If paint is applied uneven or too thick it will take longer to dry, the idea is to apply an even coat so it dries evenly. Turps can be added but its added so the paint flows better giving you a more even finish. Laying off a door with a brush after rolling is another technique, I have painted many door like that but a good roller finish is better.

[@bryanwilson8396]

I have been painting for many years, which included thousands of doors and fireplace mantels. Never use a foam brush or roller. As you press out the paint you are also pressing out the air bubbles within the foam. All you will see is many small bubbles. Use a microfibre roller for best results.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Microfibre are easier to use and give good results but foam do leave a better finish when used properly. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe

[@eggspanda2475]

Ive done a bazillion doors with foam rollers and I tip off with a brush and every one is perfect. you just have to know what your doing Bryan.

[@almartin4767]

@@howtopaintinfo What is the technique on how to use a foam roller properly?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Hi Derek, It can vary depending on how well the paint is flowing, generally I do put just a dash of turps in when rolling. For door frames etc, I use enamel straight but after a few frames I will add just a dash and I mean its only a small amount. I'm like you I don't like to add turps but the paint also needs to flow and some times you can get better coverage thinning the paint slightly because the paint will flow better.

[@aaronj1211]

I tried this and could see uneven sheen after it tried with semi gloss. I found out that you're supposed to keep a wet edge, which I don't think was mentioned in this video. I think if you go over the strokes as many times as he did the paint will become too dry on spots and you'll see that when it dries. I'm paying a painter to come out and show me exactly how to paint the door. It's not as easy as it seems.

[@howtopaintinfo]

You most likely didn't put enough paint on, when I roll over this door the paint is still very wet. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@strikemaster1]

Great instructions from someone who obviously knows his trade. Thanks for the lesson mate.

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@markforde3103]

Very short mohair sleeves are best i find,foam are ok if your going to lay off with a brush and a little thinning of the paint makes life easier and helps even the finish.Very good videos.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Thanks, the only thing I don't like with mohair is they tend to leave a few fibre's here and there, not lots just a few annoying ones. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@dude456874]

Thanks, good tips. Got my doors looking great after following your steps.

[@howtopaintinfo]

That's good to hear.

[@howtopaintinfo]

I use foam rollers for doors, they don't really come in nap sizes but there are a few on the market, some are a little thicker then others. The one I use would be classed as a short nap and they are cheap, I can throw them away when finished.

[@universalblessings7024]

If it’s been at least 2 years since the wall has been painted & dried in. But you decide to re paint over with same paint colour, should you still back roll? The reason why I’m re painting it again is because I had some wires pulled out from behind the wall because I’m getting a TV set up & had to paint over the Filler Which was just a small section on the wall. However when I painted it over again with just a brush it has come of with a few marks & looks un even I did use sand paper before hand as well

[@howtopaintinfo]

You should have touched up the patched area with a primer/sealer first, this should stop the paint from coming off. Yes you should still back roll. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@grahampoyser3721]

Excellent video, made a real difference to painting some doors 👍🏼

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@daveoverbey2032]

Rolling slab doors is one thing but rolling colonial doors is another. I was painting a number of colonial doors & it was not so easy getting this paint to cover as it was kinda a thick sticky latex.paint & so it was that I discovered for myself, I wiped the door down with a damp sponge 1st just prior to immediately painting it' & holy cow it spread like wildfire easy as one, two, three! It still covered good no streaks as it was only needed to be dampened. Now. don't add water in the paint itself but rather use a wet sponge only to dampen the surface a little bit before painting it. It's also a good idea to use flat cardboard under the door over the threshold. Keep your paint can, roller pans, & every other kind of accident waiting to happen contained in cardboard boxes of size to fit inside that could possibly make disaster of any sort. A step in time will save you nine! so take the time & prepare.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Yes its better to prepare properly then end up with a big mess. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@RC_Cola2020]

Thank you for this explanation. I painted my door and it looks much better than the last time I tried.

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@pbaylis1]

Thanks for the vid. What type of nap do you use?

[@andyxox4168]

10 minutes every hour after a cup of tea … 😂😂😂

[@AGoodBean]

Wow you're really good at painting doors. This is actually impressive!

[@howtopaintinfo]

Doors are a very important part when it comes to painting inside a home. Don't forget to, like, subscribe and share this video.

[@petersorensen4396]

I would fire that guy. What a stupid Painter. I am a Pro. I got sick of watching him!

[@alisonshaw7165]

Very professional, I’ve just seen this after I’ve gone at mine like a bull in a china shop with a brush. Least I know now : )

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@offbeatwarble]

Can you work (I.E. roll over so many times) a water based gloss or will it started to ball up / go gunky?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Its a bit tricky rolling acrylic gloss and no you can not roll over it as many times as you can oil based. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@offbeatwarble]

@@howtopaintinfo thanks for the reply that's good to know 👍

[@evanevagorou]

Hi dont forget enamel needs turps for it to dry properly :) Another trick is to roll the whole door then lightly tip off the door with a brush. Use a brush with flagged ends like a purdy XL

[@derekmccabe2790]

hi good job do u thin out your paint or use straight frm the can im not one for useing turps in paint i like to get good coverage keep up the good work ....

[@derekmccabe2790]

hi i find that when useing a foam sleeve is good but when u put turps in the paint and when u roll on the doors it leaves to much bubbles ...

[@CyberWolfVR]

Do I have to use primer over old gloss or just sand and paint over?

[@howtopaintinfo]

You will need to sand and then undercoat followed by top coats Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@CyberWolfVR]

howtopaintinfo Thanks, I’ve already liked and subscribed 👍

[@howtopaintinfo]

Excellent..

[@josephflores7933]

I just bought a interior door. the cheap hollow. kind, put a small hole into it already want to patch it before I paint it. can I use net tape and putty to patch it. Thanks.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Often you can just use lots of filler and fill the hole until the fill is flush with face of door. I assume the tape you want to use will go across the hole witch will create a raised section and will most likely stand out when door is painted and that's why using tape is not the best idea but it can work. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@efv11rx-79]

Hey mate, great video, I recently tried this, used a foam roller ect ect. It dried glossy but was quite rough to touch, like when the bubbles settled it left high spots or something. Any tips. Load up more paint ?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Next time try to let the paint tac off a bit then roll out the bubbles, they should flatten out. Be careful not to thin the paint to much and make sure you lay off very lightly. Also this method works best with oil based paint not as good with water based paints. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@1988josip]

@@howtopaintinfo how to finish it with water based garbage because with oil based it s easy it can be,since i did great preparation job,and now it kills me how bad it it after 1st coat...it just dry extra fast

[@thegadd59experience7]

Hi could you tell me please what type of paint are you using on your door ? Is it gloss or matt paint thank you . Great technique you have you make it look so easy & Effortless. Thank you

[@howtopaintinfo]

The paint used would have been Dulux Semi Gloss Enamel. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@paul-fk7de]

is the paint oil based ? how do you clean the roller after use with gloss paint ?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Yes the paint is oil based and I'm using a throw away roller sleeve, it can be very costly washing rollers out with turps. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@The3rdCoat]

Viewers need to be aware that this technique is only suitable for oil based paint. Nowadays lots of people are using water based, which requires different application methods.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Yes that is true, water based paints are best rolled then brushed over, they don't settle like oil based paints do. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe

[@mrdeecov]

Am still not sure what to do . . . . I have cupboard doors, wardrobe doors, and shelves to gloss, they are all prepared, undercoated, and sanded back, Am tempted to try to roller the gloss to eliminate any brush marks, but I just know something will go wrong, will get the wrong roller type, get loads of them little pin air bubbles in it or something and regret it, so don't know whether to brush it all and let the brush marks annoy me forevermore . . . :-(

[@howtopaintinfo]

mrdeecov Try a 4 mm microfiber roller sleeve, the first few doors you paint will have some hair or fiber's come out but after that it should only leave a few hairs here and there and you can remove them with your finger. Practice on the insides of the doors or an area that is not going to be seen as often. Microfiber are easier to use but if you want a smoother finish then use the foam roller sleeve.

[@lilymei8222]

Hi, do we need to do the sanding first for the kind of dirty door?

[@howtopaintinfo]

If its dirty it should be washed first then sanded so the paint will stick to it. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@Raniaa.x]

Hi derek , any advice for not getting the roller to splat out paint whilst using it ?

[@howtopaintinfo]

It's Greg not Derek, It all depends on the paint and different roller sleeves, sometimes there is nothing you can do about the splatter. Use shorter nap roller sleeves for flat walls and longer nap for rough render. Don't thin your paint out too much or it can become to thin and splatter everywhere. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@The3rdCoat]

What do think think about the 5mm nap mohair rollers? Do you prefer the foam ones?

[@HerbertAtkinson]

What size of roller you using on that door & nap size is that a 3/8 nap & 9" roller?

[@howtopaintinfo]

I normally use 11 inch rollers and the nap would be about 10 - 12 mm so about the same as 3/8. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@appropriatethis8692]

I found this so helpful. Thank you!

[@howtopaintinfo]

I'm glad you found this video helpful. Don't forget to, like, subscribe and share this video.

[@royv8637]

I am painting raw metal doors Dr.Dre and you can still see water lines after the first coat but they're not rough does a second coat cover that

[@BurtBowers]

Shouldnt the door be opened to get edges of door painted?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Edges are done first then door is move to the almost closed position. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@yswr]

awesome thanks, much faster than with a brush. What paint and what roller are you using here?

[@howtopaintinfo]

I think it was a microfiber 11" and I would have been using Semi Gloss Enamel. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe.

[@chantalhenderson6994]

why do painters not take the door off its hinge and take their time in doing it.

[@howtopaintinfo]

First of all if you take a door off you need somewhere to put it and then you can only paint one side at a time. Unless you are going to spray doors then its a waste of time taken them off.

[@nitoromero65]

Time is money need I say more

[@amathest62]

I do t mind learning how to paint the door on the frame. Save me a lot of time. Each to their own.

[@CyberWolfVR]

Ray Romero You try removing 9-15 doors and painting 1 side at a time! See how you get on! Then you gotta make sure paint really dry before lifting and installing the doors as you’ll end up taking paint off.

[@stuartwilson2123]

Because people won’t pay the money to do that ! You won’t get a Ferrari at Ford prices !

[@HughMcQ]

Is the principle the same if you're brushing a door - i.e. lay off multiple times in one direction only the length of the door? Finding it hard to get an even sheen using satin with a brush. Was laying off coming up from the bottom as well as coming down from the top, maybe that is my mistake.

[@dericanslum1696]

Hugh McQueen ...all strokes in one direction to prevent shadowing...

[@howtopaintinfo]

Try to lay off just once when brushing, start at top and go past half way then come up from the bottom and lay off in to the top part. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@brantwinter]

Hi - I have two doors that are on trestles (taken off after they were hung) and have painted one side of each. I am using Dulux Semi Gloss enamel thinned slightly with turps and applied with a cheapie Uni-Pro disposable foam roller. I have ended up with orange peel through both doors. I applied the pain in sections and then back rolled a few times with less and less pressure. They are smooth surface doors. Any ideas on how to fix. Should I sand them back to the flat surface and try again ? So disheartened !

[@howtopaintinfo]

Brant Winter When rolling doors there will always be some orange peel affect, you may have put the paint on too thick. Without seeing what they look like it would be hard for me to say but you may need to give them a good sand to get them near smooth again.

[@brantwinter]

howtopaintinfo Did that and they came out fine. What roller were you using with the enamel ? Any tips for painting external entrance doors in acrylic ? What sort of roller do you use for acrylic gloss ?

[@inandoutfinishing]

Can I ask how do you deal with the metal hindges? Thank you.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Try not to paint them if possible, I would normally paint the plate part and not paint the barrel. If they have been painted before then I will repaint them. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@inandoutfinishing]

@@howtopaintinfo thank you for the reply and many painting tips. I am testing your skills in my work.

[@arkadventure2]

Great video thank you. Takes someone from “Down Under” to show us how to paint properly!

[@howtopaintinfo]

Lol, yes to paint properly is the key word. Thanks Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@TomatoTomato911]

Will using a roller leave a textured finish on the door like it would on a wall? If so is it possible not to leave a texture?

[@howtopaintinfo]

It depends on what roller sleeve you use, foam or microfibre are the best but they will still leave a little orange peel on your doors. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@MarioBrassard]

Such a helpful video! Thank you

[@howtopaintinfo]

Glad it was helpful! Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@lisas5913]

Do you have any tips on how to mask a lock or door handle you can't remove?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Yes you can, just make sure you use a stain sealer then two coats of acrylic. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@barbarastanislas89]

Do you sand before glossing and how many coats of gloss

[@howtopaintinfo]

Yes you should sand between coats and it's up to you how many coats of gloss, sometimes one coat is fine. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@antongiuffre6154]

I followed the method using a Microfibre 4mm NAP which was recommended for painting doors. The final result was very textured and feels like sandpaper. I think the issue is that the paint is too dry for the number of rolls. There was no issue with painting the door trim using a brush. The trim was had a smooth finish. The paint is water base satin. Comments appreciated before I sand the two doors and start again.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Using water based paint and oil based paint is total different when it comes to rolling doors. Oil based paints stays wet longer so you have more time to work with it, water based paint dries quicker so you haven't got mush time to work with it. I'm not a fan of using water based paint on doors because in never looks as good as oil based. With water based paint make sure you apply a nice wet coat and when rolling it off make sure it still looks wet and not dry. The mistake a lot of people make is not applying enough paint. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@antongiuffre6154]

I will roll and tip off when the temperature drops to around 20C. I assume the hot weather of 27C and above in Melbourne is causing the water base paint to dry much quicker. When tipping should I be putting the 3” paint brush in paint at the initial start of each half of the door. Your video showed you dipping the paint brush once in the paint for the top half. When you rolled the bottom half you advised that the bottom of the door had been cut in. Is this all what is required for wetting the brush before tipping the bottom half? Thank you

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@francoyeh855]

Would you be able to roll a flush door using aqua enamel and show the difference?? Thanks

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[@markforde3103]

I agree with those who commented on acrylic glosses,terrible to work and finish show every stroke.They just dont cover or flatten properly,if you want to cut down the drying time use a splash of driers/hardeners to the oil based paint.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Yes driers do work, I have used driers in the past mainly during the colder months and it helps a lot. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@damiangrady2868]

What brushes do uou use for glossing

[@howtopaintinfo]

Rota Cota Excel 2 paint brushes I find are good for enamel paints. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe

[@2lomp]

Not sure what type of paint you're using but i've painted a few doors and find that with gloss paint get the paint on first with a roller, then using a 2 inch brush prime it with paint and do full strokes from the bottom to top across the width of the door for a glass like finish.

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@butchmeister80]

panting doors is a nightmare :( brushed mine gone over it so many times looks awful :(

[@Wilde83]

I know the pain I completely f@%ked mine up 😂

[@tleav61]

butchmeister 80. What I hate, is spending all the time prepping it, and then the paint looks like crap. This is the biggest reason I hate painting.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Lol. it happens.

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[@howtopaintinfo]

If you are after speed then yes a fine nap roller is a little quicker, if you are after a finish that has absolutely no hair or fibers in it then a foam roller is best. Regarding bubbles, if you add turps to the paint you will get more bubbles but they will settle down, it may take an extra roll over to get rid of them.

[@petersorensen4396]

Best roller for everything NATURAL LAMB ROLLERS. NO HAIR. BEAUTIFUL FINISH. GLASS OR FLAT. I used them since the came out. But they are hard to find. All other rollers are junk. I never got a complaint about my work. IN 50 YEARS. SELF EMPLOYED. NEVER HAD ANY STUPID HELPER.

[@chineserefugeemallory1308]

​@@petersorensen4396but natural lamb with gloss will leave roller stipple , today i use 4mm lambwool nap roller. my customer is not happy with those roller stipples,i have to sand the doors to smooth,then try microfiber 4mm nap tomorrow

[@clippedbythesecond]

What type of paint are you using to paint the door

[@howtopaintinfo]

It would have been satin enamel. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@brittanywilliams4174]

What kind of roller do you have?

[@howtopaintinfo]

It would have been a foam roller, micro fibre work well too. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@hamzahalal7141]

I used my door as a punching bag, once upon a time, then I used dry wall compound to fix the huge holes and it worked well, now that I'm moving out I want to paint the doors to make it seem no repairs were done but some paints don't cover up well, these are those cheap hollow apartment doors,, should I used primer if so what kind, and should I use egg shell pain or flat which covers better plz help!!!!

[@howtopaintinfo]

+Hamza Halal You will need to prime or seal all the patched areas, apply an undercoat to the entire door then you will need to find a paint that matches the other doors. Depends on who painted it last but doors should be in a semi gloss or full gloss. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe, Thanks

[@hamzahalal7141]

howtopaintinfo does full gloos or semi gloss cover better, and thank you Marko.V Hamza is a youtube joke... and gloss makes them shiny correct unlike flat pain.

[@howtopaintinfo]

+Hamza Halal gloss paint is very shiny, semi gloss still has a sheen and looks nicer then gloss.

[@hamzahalal7141]

howtopaintinfo which covers better repairs

[@danarandol164]

Hamza Halal of

[@Davyfb75]

Is this water based paint?

[@howtopaintinfo]

No, it was oil based paint. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@howtopaintinfo]

If I need to do another video on doors I will let you know. lol. Are you in Australia?

[@JoseRodrigues-jh8qj]

Hey mate, where about are you based in Australia ?

[@howtopaintinfo]

South Australia. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@sukoshi3396]

what is the best type of roller to use with gloss?

[@petersorensen4396]

real lamb.For any paint flat and gloss oil base and latex!

[@howtopaintinfo]

Foam or microfibre are the best for Gloss. Don''t forget to Like, Share and Subscribe..

[@twanpeters]

What kind of a roller are you using? 2-component?

[@howtopaintinfo]

I'm using a cheap throw away foam roller.

[@twanpeters]

howtopaintinfo okai, and are you using Alkyd or Acryl paint?

[@howtopaintinfo]

I always use Alkaloid (oil based) paint for trim.

[@twanpeters]

howtopaintinfo As far as I know, oil based paint loses his color (foxed) if it gets not much sunlight. Paint on water basis not. Isn't it a better idea to use paint on water basis inside?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Oil based is best used on inside and water based on exterior. Oil based paint will go chalky in direct sunlight but can be washed to bring back some of the colour. That's why water based are best for the exterior.

[@boofuls]

Will you be able to notice the difference where the cutting in and the roller meet 🤔

[@howtopaintinfo]

No as you should be able to eliminate most of the cutting in by rolling over it and what's not done should only be minor and not stand out. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@sarahhunter8408]

Also what kind of roller to use? Cheers :-)

[@howtopaintinfo]

If you are using oil based paint then I would use either a microfiber or foam roller sleeve, for water based painted either microfiber or a worn lambs wool roller sleeve. New roller sleeves will loose some fibers so it is best to use a used sleeve.

[@sypher0101]

So you roll over multiple times, each time with less pressure. Is this to remove the roller lines/marks and have an even finish? What type of roller do you recommend ? Whenever I use rollers, they seem to leave little fibres in the paint :/

[@howtopaintinfo]

+sypher0101 For doors either use a microfibre or foam roll sleeve, foam rollers won't leave any fibres on the door and a microfibre roller will leave lots of fibres on the first door but after that it should only leave a few here and there. The reason for rolling over the door multiple times is too flatten out the rolling.

[@RyanONeillmusic4all]

Awesome video! Thanks!

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@jeathtunes769]

The door is full of hair now and the paint all over the fucling place. What kinda roller does it have to be?

[@howtopaintinfo]

+Jeath Tunes Use a foam roller, it's made of foam and does not leave any hair on doors.

[@kevindavis3369]

Copied your technique and my closet door turned out great. Used behr premium high gloss enamel with 4inch foam high density rollers. Took 3 coats but looks amazing and dare say professional.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Excellent, great to hear. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@clippedbythesecond]

Is there a a specific one

[@howtopaintinfo]

For oil based paints use foam or microfibre roller sleeve or for water based paints use lambs wool or microfibre. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@explore_n_4x462]

Like your work but the only thing i will say, use a small extension pole otherwise your gonna have a f***ked back after few doors

[@howtopaintinfo]

That is a good point, just never bothered using them but you would have slightly better control without the extension. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe

[@poochyface1]

Thank you, that was great.

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@howtopaintinfo]

I have never liked acrylic for interior woodwork and have only ever used it twice by request of clients. I know painters that try to push it for interior woodwork, its easier and quicker to use then oil based so they are only trying to make their job easier and are not thinking about whats best for the client. So yes I agree acrylic gloss for interior woodwork sucks but I still prefer acrylics for external surfaces.

[@CyberWolfVR]

What’s your reason behind this? What’s the disadvantage of using water based paint in doors?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Yes you do paint the edges first.

[@wijdenchbinou1905]

greaaaat good job thank u very much for ur explains

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@denisemoloney1751]

Thank you , great info !

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[@AWC002]

A great help, thanks.

[@steveblease]

I want that T-Shirt, it looks cool.

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@StephenSmith-vs8hr]

Please can you tell me what roller sleeve you are using.

[@howtopaintinfo]

I was using a foam roller sleeve, they are normally cheap so you can throw away when finished. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@howtopaintinfo]

Yes you are correct, as I said I only use a dash of turps and generally there are only a few bubbles which will disappear. Each time you roll over the door the amount of bubbles should decrease. I know of guys that will roller one side of the door then the other side, then they will go back to the first side and give it a final roll over. This way they eliminate all bubbles. Its a bit hard doing this if you are repainting existing doors due to moving drop sheets around.

[@howtopaintinfo]

I like mohair but they still leave some fibers on the doors where foam rollers don't leave any fibers or hair. Mohair are easier to use but over all foam rollers leave a better finish.

[@Avital4414]

how about micro-fiber? have you tried velour?

[@sarahhunter8408]

Hi...Would you tell me how many coats to do on doors after priming?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Depends, when you say priming do you mean it was an unpainted door and you primed it or was it painted and you primed it? A lot of people call an undercoat primer, so lets say it was a new door then you would need to undercoat then apply one or two top coats, most manufactures recommend two top coats. If your door was previously painted then the primer should be ok as an undercoat but do read the label on the paint can to see if it is ok to apply top coat over it. If so then apply two top coats over the primer, some primers are more absorbent then undercoats so you will most likely need two top coats to achieve an even finish.

[@sarahhunter8408]

howtopaintinfo Thanks for the advice on the roller. It's an oil based so I will get a foam I think. I should have explained myself better in regards to my doors. They are painted already - it's a 20 yr old house so I'd say its the original paint on them. I haven't done anything yet but I have tubs of primer & undercoat. Which one should I use under the 2 coats of enamel? Cheers :-)

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

i could of done two by the time you rolled the first one 7 times..

[@howtopaintinfo]

Just showing how to get a great finish instead of the cowboy look. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@gingerreid8569]

I think a lot has to do with the type of nap on the roller...and the type of paint used...I never got good results using a roller but that was a long time ago and most likely used the wrong nap on the roller...trying to use a one fits all won't work

[@howtopaintinfo]

Yes, you need short nap rollers for doors or it will look horrible. Don’t forget to Like, Share and Subscribe

[@Sheepnwool]

Cheers !

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@bboyalemao]

thanks :)

[@450hp202turbo]

foam rollers suck ass ,no way can a foam roller leave a better finish then a fine nap .i been painting for 20 years ,foam rollers leave bubbles all over the door ,i could of painted both sides in the time it took you stuffing around laying it off with foam ,to slow ,lol

[@howtopaintinfo]

Do you have a blue hat too. lol

[@450hp202turbo]

agree , but you can shove that acrylic gloss were the sun dont shine , its rubbish dont you think ? ,it looks like crap ,in Queensland its to hot to use the crap ,thin it out with water and it will not cover . i refuse to use it i hate the shit ,

[@johnnystoka6625]

The real way is to take the door off of the hinges so it is not half assed like this guy .

[@howtopaintinfo]

lol, so you obviously have never done it this way because if you have you would know it is the easiest way to do it and not half assed.

[@johnnystoka6625]

@@howtopaintinfo Lol actually professionals take the doors off as when you are charging good money you don't do it half assed as you have done .

[@danYulia]

Which language is he speaking?

[@howtopaintinfo]

Some people call it English.

[@danYulia]

howtopaintinfo Just kidding, It took me a while to get used to the accent ;) Thanks for the video!

[@howtopaintinfo]

Its ok, I was a bit worried about people understanding me :)

[@Sockdarner007]

Craftsman.

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@hoplite101able]

Just like seen my self paint doors lol . Reg,Melb..

[@howtopaintinfo]

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[@hoplite101able]

@@howtopaintinfo G'lord 7 yrs waiting for a reply.. lol

[@bencantona007]

A Professional painter paints always from a paint kettle not from the paint can .

[@howtopaintinfo]

lol, old paint cans can be use as paint pots or as you say in England paint kettles. The old way was to use a hacking knife and cut the top off an old paint tin but it's not that bad leaving the rim on. Don't forget to Like, Share and Subscribe.

[@bencantona007]

I am not talking for DIY amigo.

[@DarrenBarnesMD]

i coulda rolled and tipped 3 doors by the time you done that one side. PEOPLE THESE tips are very rough and i wouldnt recomend it to a novice. Its faster neater and a proper job to tip the enamel off with a brush, playing with it rolling over and over, wrecks the finish loses the shine and creates a nasty hammer finish. BTW always do door edges first, and make sure door is well dusted down first. DONT USE THIS AS ADVICE

[@howtopaintinfo]

This video is showing how to roll a door, not on how to roll a door and lay it off with a brush (that's another video). Also at the end of the video you can see the final result and there is nothing wrong with it and it's obvious that you didn't watch or listen to the video, at start I do say to cut in edges first.

[@Makinx]

As a novice painter, I prefer it if the painter in the how-to video takes his time a little. If you would make a video doing 3 doors in 4 minutes like you boast you can, then it's worthless to me because I wouldn't be able to copy that and get a good result.