Bruce recommends starting on a flat surface towards the outside of the door.
Minwax gel stain steel door.
Remember to always brush in the direction of the grain.
As much as possible try to imitate the natural texture and grain direction of real wood.
Work in the direction of the steel s grain.
Gel stain can be applied with either a natural bristle brush or a lint free cloth.
My door color seems to match with minwax cherry wood color which general finishes doesn t seem to carry.
There must not be any extra stain parts on your door as this will make your work look uneven.
Minwax gel stain is a non drip stain that adds natural colors and accentuates the beauty of a wide range of wood and non wood surfaces including wood plywood veneer fiberglass metal and molded fiberboard.
Stir minwax gel stain until creamy before use and occasionally during use.
Start by using a brush on all the recessed areas and then use a roller on the flat surfaces.
Paint a layer of stain onto the steel door with the roller.
I can certainly go darker with one of colors general finishes carry but besides colors do you think general finishes gel stain is far superior than other brands.
You can then create a woodgrain finish with your brush using a striƩ technique.
Are you against using minwa gel stain.
Don t brush over set stain or it will lift from the steel and fail to penetrate.
Allow 24 to 48 hours for the stain to dry completely.
Use the angled brush to get into any nooks crannies or edges.
Make sure that you smooth out the gel coat evenly on the metal door making sure that it is spread out.
Allow three minutes for the wood to absorb the stain and then wipe off any excess stain with a rag.
Make the grain color with a darker paint and clear glaze.
Using a high quality natural bristle brush spread a thin even coat over the entire surface starting with the raised panel sections.
Make sure the door surface is free of all dirt and foreign matter.
Dip the rag in gel coat and apply the gel coat onto your metal door.
Most gel stains begin to set in a matter of one to two minutes.
How to gel stain over a painted exterior door.
With a damp rag clean front doors and allow to dry.
Prime the steel door with a rust proof primer.
Using a high quality natural bristle brush spread a thin even coat over the entire surface starting with the raised panel sections.
Then apply a base coat of the lightest wood shade.
When you are finished allow the stain to set for around 30 minutes.