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Interior front door paint finish.
For a door made of pine white fir or another wood species that doesn t bleed i e gives off tinted compounds in wood called tannins go with a water based exterior paint such as behr.
Add a glossy finish to this and it ll be a hot mess.
The best paint finish for your front door.
This finish is excellent for.
If you do not have a glass or storm door that stands between your door and the elements you ll want to make certain you use exterior paint.
Front main entry doors.
Direct natural light can expose flaws such as dents scuffs brush and roller marks.
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Interior doors are made of a harder material than walls themselves therefore protecting these surfaces better is a semi gloss gloss or high gloss paint finish where it receives the most traffic.
The most common kinds of exterior door paint are acrylic resin or latex based and with a semi gloss finish.
When it comes to the front door satin is usually a safe bet.
Since your door will be exposed to rain sun wind and other elements you ll need flexible and mold resistant exterior paint.
Dark colours in a glossy finish can be a bit garish if not suited to the home.
Gloss finishes however may accentuate surface imperfections.
Be certain the label states the pail contains exterior paint not interior paint.
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