Something about this dark navy blue garage door paint color against the light blue exterior siding has us swooning. These colors naturally contrast beautifully and make the garage doors pop.

Despite the unexpected results we experienced with the Hammerite Garage Door Paint, we considered giving the brand a second chance and tested its Direct to Galvanised Metal paint. Ideal for garage doors made of non-ferrous metals, this product had a much better performance with fewer flaws.Before you paint your garage doors, ensure that the ground and surrounding area are protected with a dust sheet or newspaper to catch any spills or drips. Cover the whole surface and wait for the paint to dry completely before applying a second coat. Most products will require at least 16 hours between coats.

Like all exteriors of your home, the garage door is exposed to adverse weather and elements all year round. Dust and debris can easily accumulate on the surface and that’s why thorough surface preparation is key to the success of the project. What we liked best was the formula. This product is formulated as a paint and primer in one and it can be applied straight onto bare or previously painted galvanised steel, copper, aluminium and brass. Rust: Designers and architects love adding the rust color into many homes, despite the fact that it is a pretty bold color that isn’t the first choice for many homes. The color rust is a popular option for desert homes, as well as residences that showcase the popular midcentury modern style. Earthy colours generally work best with browns and creams. Certainly, interiors that are still surrounded by decor from the Tuscan brown trend. If you are also considering painting your garage door, I promise you can do it! And you should do it because it’s definitely a project that can instantly upgrade your curb appeal. I mean, can you even believe what two coats of fresh paint (and a new color) did to ours?! Such a difference! How To Paint A Garage DoorThis cool grey will look stunning on your garage door as well as blend everything together seamlessly. If you are looking to step away from white but nothing too out of the ordinary I would highly suggest a grey tone. Try the color Repose Grey at Sherwin Williams. 2. A Cool Beige Garage Door Paint Color When looking for the best garage door paint in the UK, you want something that’s going to stand up to the British weather. The Dulux Weathershield Multi Surface certainly does this and is the best option if longevity is your number one priority. Hammerite have been producing metal specific paints since the 60s so it’s no surprise that this particular paint’s formula works well on metal garage doors. Application is smooth with the paint being sag resistant as well as having reduced runs on vertical surfaces compared to other paints.

If your home’s exterior is more of warm color shades of browns or taupes, I would highly suggest you look into a light rust garage door paint color. It pops so well with your home’s exterior while still brightening everything and making it look more interesting overall. The victory red colour is a particular favourite of ours but don’t feel like that’s the only option – there are 8 others to choose from to get the look that’s right for your home. According to the manufacturer, the product is designed to reduce running when applied to vertical surfaces, and this was one of the factors we felt we might like. However, the claim turned out to be false.Here’s another shot of me on the ladder looking at the painted garage. I simply wiped off the dust (gross!) and then took my roller and painted that strip of white. Again, not necessarily a mandatory step, but one you may want to consider. But a door? That seems easy enough right? I mean of course you can mess up anything, but certainly painting a door would seem like less of a commitment. After preparing the door, washing it with soapy water is a must, this will eradicate any dust or additional features on the surface. No matter the surface, ensure it is completely clean before progressing, as dirt and paint do not go well together!

Most paints for garage doors are solvent-based and can be thinned with white spirit if needed. Apply the paint with a brush or roller working on small sections at a time, from top to bottom. Correct any drips and make sure the surface is smooth before passing on to the next section. Sadolin Superdec is the best option for painting a wooden garage door, if you are looking for a solid colour finish. Available in any colour due its ability to be tinted, this is self-priming and highly durable. The paint erodes naturally by weathering, catering to the wooden surface as it helps it resists peeling and flaking of the paint.Or if you have french doors along with your dark floors and lots of white around them both (below). The look is immediately lighter and just fabulous again. The best exterior metal paint in the opinion of our experts is Combicolor Metal Paint, which is a specialist, solvent-based high-quality metal paint that offer long-lasting protection to exterior metal, without the need for a primer. This being said, Rust-Oleum offer a number of primers that provide added durability and protection from rust, such as their 3369/3380 Combicolor Anti Corrosion Primer. But if you accidentally do (like I did), go ahead and take a scraper to these sections and scrape off the excess paint. Once you have a smooth surface, you can leave it alone and move on to the next step! Paint