Update Your Door by Painting Your Door Knob!

Are you sick of your old brass doorknobs from 1975? Don’t spend money on buying new ones. The affordable way to get new ones is to consider painting your doorknobs.

This quickly enhances your doors and delivers distinct unique color hues without the cost of replacing the hardware. Follow these suggestions on how to paint doorknobs for a fast update that will last for a very long time.

Painting Doorknobs Tools
Be sure you’re not missing anything vital before you start your project. Here’s what must be on your list:
Rag
Screwdriver
Degreaser
Steel wool
Metallic spray paint
Sandpaper
Painter’s tape
Styrofoam
Drop cloth
Metallic primer
Polyurethane clear coat

How to Paint Doorknobs
Follow these steps for a long-lasting and beautiful finished product:

Take the doorknobs off the door: You will probably need a screwdriver to take off the doorknobs and locks. You might want to take pics as you go along to help in the reassembling work. 

Clean and sand the doorknobs: Completely clean the knobs well with degreaser and a rag to get rid of grime and oil. Gently scuff them with steel wool and sandpaper to incite better paint adhesion. Afterward, put some painter’s tape in the keyhole so no spray paint gets in.

Prime the doorknob: Read the instructions on the can of metallic primer. Use the primer based on the manufacturer’s instructions. Let the primer dry completely.

Spray paint the doorknob: Put on a coat of metallic spray paint. Let it dry and then put on a second coat. Let the doorknob dry for at least one day.

Apply a polyurethane clear coat: Similar to applying a top coat to a polished nail, a clear coat on your newly spray-painted doorknobs aids it in lasting longer. After a day of drying, apply a clear coat of your choice. Let it dry and put on a second coat for good measure.

Reinstall the hardware: Now that your doorknobs are freshly painted, it’s time to put them back on. Use the pics you took while taking them off to lead the task.

If you’re thinking about replacing your doorknobs, you can get a stylish look with glass doorknobs. This could be a fantastic vintage look for your closet, bathroom door, or pantry.
For ideas on what colors to paint your doorknobs and other home painting tips, turn to a painting services business. ​

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