The method used for painting outdoor window frames and doors is nearly the same as for indoor window frames and doors.
Exterior paint white fake framing edge around doors windows.
Work outward from the edge.
Paint a section at a time.
Brush the wood you exposed with linseed oil to help the new putty stick.
This will prevent the entry of moisture.
Continue until all side edges of the trim are complete.
Roll new putty into a thin tube shape and press it into the bare spots.
Don t get paint edgers and cutting in or masking techniques confused when you re ready to get started.
If your door is paneled start with the panels.
The only difference is that when you re painting outdoor windows and doors you should overlap the glass by a few millimeters.
How to paint exterior window frames.
Using semigloss exterior paint and a 2 inch angled sash brush with synthetic bristles paint around the edges of the.
An acrylic latex paint is recommended.
Scrape off loose paint and window putty from around the edge of the window and brush clean.
Starting at a top corner of the door trim begin painting along the side edge of the trim where it meets the wall.
Your paint should be a high quality exterior paint that will endure the elements.
Pull a putty knife along it to create a flat sloping surface.
Starting at the top of the door frame begin painting the inside of the frame.
If you re using putty this can lead to cracks.