{"id":99155,"date":"2023-09-23T11:00:14","date_gmt":"2023-09-23T11:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebritycovernews.com\/?p=99155"},"modified":"2023-09-23T11:00:14","modified_gmt":"2023-09-23T11:00:14","slug":"im-a-diy-expert-autumns-the-perfect-time-to-paint-your-front-door-and-pick-the-colour-blue-if-your-house-is-for-sale-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebritycovernews.com\/fashion\/im-a-diy-expert-autumns-the-perfect-time-to-paint-your-front-door-and-pick-the-colour-blue-if-your-house-is-for-sale-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"I\u2019m a DIY expert\u2026 autumn&#x27;s the perfect time to paint your front door, and pick the colour blue if your house is for sale | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>PAINTING your front door can be a great way to instantly update the curb appeal of your home, and most people are unaware that early autumn\u2019s cosy and chilly weather is the perfect time to do so.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sam Williams, DIY expert at SGS Engineering, exclusively told Fabulous why autumn offers the best weather for a front door transformation, the go-to colour if you\u2019re trying to sell you house and a step-by-step guide to achieving a professional finish.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GettyImages-1432154259jpg-JS847176755.jpg\"><\/p>\n<h2>Why is Autumn the best time to paint your front door?\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Sam said: \u201cAutumn offers the best conditions to paint your front door, as you\u2019ll typically need around 48 hours of dry <span>weather<\/span> and temperatures of between 8\u00b0C and 25\u00b0C to get the best result.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAutumn typically offers mild temperatures which allow paint to dry evenly and perfectly.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cExtreme heat can cause the paint to dry too quickly and sometimes dry some areas faster than others, leaving uneven patches of paint. <\/p>\n<p>&quot;On the other hand, winter\u2019s cold weather can slow down the drying process.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p>He added: \u201cDuring this season there are lower humidity levels, which is great as humidity can trap moisture and lead to long drying time and even cracking or peeling.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAnd although long summer days will be missed, when it comes to painting exposure to the sun make your paint dry too quickly and leave brush and roller marks on it.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>Picking the perfect front door colour\u202f\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Sam said: \u201cIt\u2019s really down to personal preference, but colours that are popular include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Grey<\/li>\n<li>Black\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Blue\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Green\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Red\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Beige \/ brown\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GettyImages-510331868jpg-JS847176762.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>\u201cReports have shown that the right front door can add up to \u00a34,000 to the value of your home, so it\u2019s definitely worth putting time and a little bit of <span>money<\/span> into getting this looking really smart.\u202f<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSome experts suggest that for a quick sale, a blue front door is the best option to go. A paler duck-egg blue is recommended for light stone exteriors, while a royal blue can look better with a red brick.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHowever, a more neutral colour may be best, as people can either love or loathe bright shades and you don\u2019t want to put potential buyers off.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cUltimately, you should think about the surrounding area (any plants for example) and the colour of your exterior walls.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cChances are you\u2019ll also paint your garage door the same colour, so keep this in mind too.\u201d\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><span>READ MORE PROPERTY<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/KS-cozy-home-comp.jpg\"><\/p>\n<h3>I\u2019m an interior designer &#8211; my 3 tips for making your home cozier for fall<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/pinkstuff-1.jpg\"><\/p>\n<h3>10 areas of the home you can clean with The Pink Stuff &#038; where to never use it<\/h3>\n<h2>How to paint your front door<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Gather up the tools you\u2019ll need, these are likely to include\u2026\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A scraper or sander\/sandpaper (if you need to get rid of old flaky paint)\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A scrubbing brush (or a jet wash if you have one)\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Cleaning detergent (washing up liquid is fine)\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A dust sheet\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Goggles\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A dust mask\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A paint brush\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A step ladder\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Masking or painter\u2019s tape\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Primer\/undercoat\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Exterior paint in a matt or gloss finish\u202f\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Put down a dust sheet\u202f\u00a0to protect the area around your door from paint, and make cleaning up afterwards a lot easier. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Remove old paint (optional)\u202f. If your current front door has been previously painted, then you\u2019ll need to remove this old paint layer first \u2013 especially if it is flaking off.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>To do this, pop your goggles and mask on and use a scraper to remove any of the flaky sections.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>Most read in FABULOUS<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/crop-24099254.jpg\"><\/picture><span>MEG A CHANGE <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Meghan Markle officially ditches podcast after \u00a318m Spotify deal fell through<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ac-horoscope-daily-06-saturday.jpg\"><\/picture><span>MYSTIC MEG <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>A moon of deep communication means you can talk about what really matters<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/TM-comp-Charles-Harry-1.jpg\"><\/picture><span>ROYAL SNUB <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Harry rejects offer to spend anniversary of Queen&#8217;s death with dad Charles<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/LD_FRIEND-OF-BRIDE-TACKY_COMP.jpg\"><\/picture><span>FROCK NO <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>I was stunned by the bride&#8217;s friend&#8217;s &#8216;tacky&#8217; dress, people &#8216;would kick her out&#8217;<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Apply filler (optional). If there are any deep scratches or chips in your door, then you may want to apply filler to these.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Sand it down (optional).\u202f\u00a0<span>Next<\/span>, use sandpaper or an electric sander to go over the whole of the door to get a <span>nice<\/span> smooth finish.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Clean it thoroughly by removing any dust, cobwebs or general dirt that remains on the surface of your door (including around the edges).\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>A scrubbing brush and some soapy water (hot water with a tiny bit of washing up liquid) usually works well. You may need a step ladder to reach the top.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Make sure the surface of the door is really clean and completely dry before moving onto the <span>next<\/span> step.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Apply tape around the edges to avoid painting your door frame or exterior walls unintentionally. You may also want to tape off the handle, letterbox, and knocker too.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 8: <\/strong>Prime it (optional). If you have a wooden door, then you\u2019ll need to put a primer or undercoat layer on before you apply your colour. This protects the wood and helps you to achieve a better and longer-lasting finish.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll typically need to apply two coats of primer or undercoat and leave them to dry for at least 24 hours before moving onto the next step.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 9: <\/strong>Apply your paint. Open your door and start by painting the edges first, then move on to the main door area working from the top down. It\u2019s likely you\u2019ll need two coats to get a consistent colour. 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