Giani Wood Look Paint Garage Door Kit Instructions
- June 17, 2024
- Giani
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Giani Wood Look Paint Garage Door Kit
INSTRUCTIONS – Wood Look Paint Garage Door Kit – Covers 180 Sq. Ft. (2 car garage)
BEFORE USING WOOD LOOK
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CAN BE USED ON
- Painted Steel
- Painted Wood
- Painted Aluminum
- Shiny/Glossy Finishes
- Any Color Exterior or Interior Paneled Door with Smooth or Embossed Texture -Vinyl*
- Vinyl surfaces must first be primed with a water-based primer that will adhere to vinyl. Please note, trim around garage door windows is typically made of vinyl and would need to be primed first.
DO NOT USE ON :
Unpainted steel, unpainted aluminum, galvanized steel, and fiberglass doors.
Caution: You may apply to completely flat/unpaneled doors, however, it
would be more challenging. We recommend using up/down, vertical strokes for
this application.
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IMPORTANT! PLAN OUT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply Wood Look paint between 50° – 85° F and start your project at least three hours before any direct sun will contact your door because direct sunlight will cause the Wood Look paint to dry too quickly during application. Or, you can apply Wood Look one hour after any direct sunlight has gone past your door to allow time for your door to cool down. Make sure rain is not in the for cast for a minimum of 4 hours. Your project time should take approximately 3 hours from start to finish.
PREP WORK
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CLEAN
Scrub your door with a stiff bristle brush and a mixture of dish soap and warm water. Remove all dirt and mildew. Rinse well with water from a garden hose or bucket. Dry your door with a lint free cloth and make sure you wipe between the door panels and edges where water pools. -
SAND
Sand ONLY for the following surfaces: Shiny/glossy surfaces: use a #300 grit sandpaper to lightly de-gloss the surface. Rust spots: sand the area with a300 grit sandpaper until the area is smooth. Apply a rust blocking primer
over the rust spots. Allow to dry fully before continuing.
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REMOVE
If it is easy and possible, remove your garage door’s handle. If you can’t easily remove the hardware, then cover up with painter’s tape. -
TAPE
Apply two to three rows of painter’s tape to protect the outside sides of your garage door frame, windows or window inserts, the trim/seal which is located at the bottom of your door, and any other areas you don’t want painted.
POSITIONING GARAGE DOOR
- If you have a sectional, roll-up garage door (most common) open your door until the door’s bottom section is about level with your chest. This will make for easier application. To accomplish, pull the release cord and manually control the door’s height. Caution: Be sure the garage door is fully closed and in the down position before you pull the cord.
- Releasing the cord from the open position may result in your door closing quickly with a dangerous force!!
- TIP: You may want to use a prop such as a broom, step stool, or bucket to keep your garage open at the various heights during application.
STEP 1: WOOD TONE BASE COAT
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Use tin foil to line your roller tray for easier clean up because you will need a clean roller tray for Step 2. After shaking and stiring the Base Coat can well, pour half of the can’s contents into your roller tray.
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Raise your garage door so the bottom section is at your desired height to paint and within the area of the trim/ seal where you taped off. Start by using the 2″ angle brush to apply the Base Coat in any beveled or recessed areas the first section of your garage door. Work on 2-3 raised panels at a time. Next, use the kit’s 6″ roller and apply the Base Coat to the raised panel surfaces in the same 2-3 panel wide section.
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TIP: If the roller doesn’t spin easily, ensure that the roller cover isn’t pushed all the way down against the roller arm.
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Note: It is not necessary to apply the Wood Tone Base Coat to the far edges of the door when it is angled open. The very ends of the door are not visible when the door is closed as they will be covered by the seal or gasket. However, if you can easily reach the edge of your doors with your paint brush then apply the paint all the way up to their ends. If you can not reach the edge, just paint up to the door’s seal. IMPORTANT: Do not paint in between each section of your garage door because the underside and top areas are not visible when your garage door is closed. Painting in between your garage door’s sections could cause them to stick together and prevent door from opening.
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Repeat the above brushing and rolling technique across the entire first section of your garage door. Next, lower your garage door to allow the next section to be at your desired height for painting. Repeat the brushing and rolling technique until your entire garage door is evenly coated with the Base Coat. Once you are ready to start painting the top/final section of your garage door, and the door is down all the way, go inside and push the door down to ensure it is completely down. If it is not, you will have an unfinished area at the top of your door.
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When you are finished with the Base Coat, take a step back and look for any unpainted areas that need to be retouched, such as in the beveled areas. IMPORTANT: There isn’t sufficient volume provided to apply 2 coats. When the Base Coat is dry, you may see areas that appear to be a lighter shade. That’s okay because the differences in shade will only add to the wood look once your makeover is complete.
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Clean out your roller tray and paint brush because you will need a clean roller tray and brush for Step 2. Wait one hour before painting with Step 2.
STEP 2: WOOD GRAIN FINISH COAT
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After shaking and stirring the Finish Coat can well, pour half of the can’s contents into your roller tray. Next, soak you kit’s included Wood Graining Paint Mitt in water then wring out the Mitt until it is just a little damp. The small amount of moisture will minimize the wood look paint from drying prematurely on the mitt.
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TIP: The Wood Grain Mitt is specified as a “one size fits all’ so if you’re experiencing excess material around your wrist, use the kit’s included adjustable velcro wrist strap to create a tighter fit.
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Raise your garage door until the bottom section is positioned at a height which is easiest for you to paint and within the taped off area. Dab the kit’s Wood Grain Mitt into the paint getting the palm and fingertips of the Mitt wet with the Finish Coat. Dab off some of the excess paint onto a clean area of your paint tray. Now begin applying the first coat of the Wood Grain Finish on one end of the door’s first section.
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Apply the paint in one raised panel section at a time, which is about 24″ wide. This is important because you are wiping on a thin layer of paint and it will dry fairly quickly. In order to create long flowing wood grains, the paint needs to be wet during application.
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Apply the paint evenly using horizontal hand strokes as much as possible because a horizontal wood grain is the direction for garage doors. When you are coating the beveled recessed areas, try to remove as much excess paint to prevent from pooling. Immediately after coating the one panel wide section, use the mitt to lightly make horizontal strokes in order to achieve a uniform grain look.
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Step 2 Continued: There is no need to add additional paint to the mitt when blending. (This is how the wood grain look is achieved – How heavy or light you apply the Wood Grain Finish Coat will dictate the overall deepness of your wood’s tone).
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Do not go back and repeatedly make the horizontal wood grain strokes because the paint will start to dry and smudge. If you noticed you missed a spot, don’t worry because it will be filled in with the next application. Take a step back and look at the first panel you just painted. Only if you see any areas where the Wood Grain Finish Coat has pooled, take the 2″ angle brush and lightly dry brush out any heavy areas using horizontal strokes
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As you move to the next panel, minimize applying paint to the section you just painted because the second coat will darken the previously painted areas. The goal is to apply an even, horizontal coat across the entire length of the garage door section. *Repeat the above steps on the remaining sections of your door.
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Be sure to apply the Wood Grain Finish Coat to all areas which you covered with the Wood Tone Base Coat. So if you applied the Base Coat to the very ends of your door, do the same with the Finish Coat.
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Once you have coated the entire door with the Wood Grain Finish Coat, take a step back and look for any areas that did not get coated (especially the top surface edge of the seams between the door sections). Very lightly apply the Wood Grain finish Coat with the 2″ brush included with the kit.
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Wait 30 minutes before applying a second coat. Be sure to store the Wood Grain Applicator Mitt in a sealed plastic bag or rinse and wring it out with tap water while you wait for the first coat to dry. Follow the same application steps as your first coat. Carefully remove the painter’s tape and tarps after your final coat is completed.
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If you purchased our Giani Decorative Magnetic Garage Door Window Panes or Magnetic Hardware, wait 30 minutes for your garage door to dry before applying the accents.
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When your project is finished, send us your “Before & After” pictures because they will inspire others! Let us know if you have any questions and enjoy your Wood Look Garage Door makeover!
WHEN CAN I USE MY DOOR AGAIN?
You may use your door immediately after completing your final Finish Coat.
Avoid scrubbing and washing your door for at least 14 days to give the paint
time to fully cure. Note: It’s ok for rain to get on the door 48 hours after
completion.
WHAT CAN I USE TO CLEAN MY DOOR?
Only clean your door with a soft bristle brush using a mixture of dish soap
and water. Do NOT clean with any harsh chemical or natural cleaners.
KEEP FROM FREEZING
If frozen, let thaw. During the winter months, paint is at risk for freezing due to the cold temperatures it may be exposed to during warehouse storage and delivery. Frozen paint can sometimes be tricky to determine initially because your cans won’t feel cold to the touch – however, the paint will exhibit a grainy/slushy texture. But not to worry, the paint will completely recover! We recommend allowing your paint to recover at room temperature for one week before applying. DO NOT apply the paint if it appears clumpy or frozen. Apply at 50° – 85°F.
- DISPOSAL: Clean equipment and paint spatters with warm, soapy water. Dispose of contaminated absorbent container and unused product in accordance with all current federal, state, and local regulations. Use only with adequate ventilation. Use only outdoors. CAUTION: Do not take internally. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Use with adequate ventilation. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
- WARNING! Irritant! Harmful, if swallowed. Contains Propylene Glycol. Avoid contact with eyes. May cause eye, nose, and throat irritation. Avoid breathing of dust and vapors or spray mist. Open windows and doors or use other means to ensure fresh air entry during application and drying. If you experience eye watering, headache, or dizziness, leave the area to obtain fresh air. If continued difficulty is experienced, seek medical attention immediately. Close container after each use. Wash thoroughly after handling and before smoking and eating.
- FIRST AID: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. If you experience difficulty in breathing, leave the area to obtain fresh air. If continued difficulty is experienced, seek medical attention immediately. In case of eye contact, flush eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
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