Most neutral colors would work great for this but if you ve got a bright or bold garage door color you may consider painting it neutral before adding the gel stain.
Wood garage door stain colors.
Craftsman natural mossy colors such as greens grays and browns.
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As with any project it is best to follow a few simple steps.
Add a small amount of stain to the garage door as a color test.
Let dry completely so you can determine whether you re satisfied with the color.
A penetrating oil based wood stain is usually the best.
Since our garage door was already a creamy yellow color it worked well for a base coat.
Stain works by being absorbed by the wood which causes it to take on the color of the stain stain will only give the wood a certain color to make it look more attractive after staining you will then need to use a varnish or lacquer to protect the wood from damage.
Natural natural oak cedar teak mahogany butternut dark oak ebony wash and dark oak ebony.
Mix the stain thoroughly before starting this makes the streaks to be uniform while applying.
You always want to start with cleaning the wood garage door.
Staining and sealing protects your wood garage doors from the elements and brings out their beauty.
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Once satisfied add the gel stain to the paint tray and begin staining.
Our range of wood stains provide up to 10 year protection and are quick drying.
Choosing a wood stain.
Lay down the drop cloth tarp or sheet to protect the driveway.
As always make sure to choose a high quality stain so you re newly stained wood garage door will last longer and look professional.
Colonial yellow brown or white house with white trim and neutral garage door.
Clopay s standard stain colors for natural wood doors include.
Paint sits on the surface of the wood and dries to form a strong layer over the door.
Let door dry completely before starting.
Protect your wooden doors and windows from rain frost snow and sunshine.
Greek revival all white except charcoal gray shutters and a vibrant maroon front door.
From cold plain white or simple solid colors to the elegance and beauty of natural hardwoods giani wood look will help you paint your garage door to look like wood and upgrade your home s curb appeal in a single morning or afternoon.
Part of the process of staining a garage door to look like wood is using brush strokes.
You can use a brush roller or air sprayer.