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Tips for Painting Interior Doors and Trim

April 21, 2017

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Today’s post about tips for painting interior doors and trim is sponsored by Lowe’s.

Want to freshen up a room in an affordable and easy way? Paint the doors and trim. It’s that simple! Such a small change makes such a big impact in a room for very little money. Look at the before and after photos below of the doors in my master bedroom.

Isn’t the difference amazing? The whole room looks so much cleaner and brighter. Ahhh, the magic of paint! And since Lowe’s has paint and primer at new low prices (starting at $17.98) everyone can give their homes a little Spring refresh! And since Lowe’s says: “Love your paint, it’s guaranteed”, you’ve got nothing to lose!*

*Paint Guarantee: If you are not completely satisfied with your interior or exterior liquid paint purchase, simply return the unused portion in the original container within 30 days of purchase. We will replace it with a comparable can of paint or refund your money based on our return policy (Lowes.com/return). We reserve the right to limit guarantee in our discretion in the event of suspected fraud or abuse. US only.

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Take another look at the door to the hallway from my bedroom before I painted it. I bet that paint is the original paint on this 20-something year old house.

tips for painting doors and trim

And the trim! Oh my! It’s looking pretty rugged. But nothing a coat or two of paint can’t fix. I chose Valspar High Gloss Enamel Interior/Exterior Paint + Primer in Ultra White. I wanted a durable, glossy finish in a white color that would contrast nicely with the recently painted walls. (The walls in the bedroom have recently been painted with Valspar Reserve Paint in Ivory Dust.)

Once you go to Lowe’s and get your paint, let’s get to work. Here are my tips to painting interior doors and trim.

Tip #1 – Clean the doors and trim first

tips for painting doors and trim

It’s tempting to skip this step but don’t. It’s important to apply paint to a clean and dry surface. I scrubbed my doors and trim with a multi-purpose cleaner and scrub brush – they were pretty dirty. I also wiped them down with a damp rag to remove any soap residue. Be sure the surface is dry before painting.

Tip #2 – Remove doors and place them on a flat surface (like saw horses) for painting.

tips for painting interior doors and trim

Since there are three doors in my bedroom I did not heed my own advice here. I live in a condo and don’t have the space to lay out three doors for painting.

tips for painting interior doors and trim

So instead, I opted to paint them in place.  I was careful to paint on several very thin coats to avoid drips and runs.

tips for painting interior doors and trim

Tip #3 – Use a small door/cabinet roller and a tapered brush to apply the paint

Having the right painting tools makes the job go so much smoother. For six-panel doors I like to use a tapered paint brush to paint in the grooves first. Then I come back with a 4″ foam roller to paint the stiles and rails of the door.

Again, several light coats is best.

Once I was finished painting and was admiring my freshly painted doors I knew I didn’t want to put on the same dingy old door knobs. So back to Lowe’s I went to pick up some pretty new door handles. Much better!

tips for painting interior doors and trim

No matter how many I paint, I still can’t get over the huge difference that such a small amount of paint can make! Make the most of what you already have by painting it! You’ll be amazed at the difference it makes.

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Lowe’s, however the words here are my own. As always, I only recommend products that I use and love.

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  1. gail says

    April 23, 2017 at 9:45 pm

    Oh my gosh Jeanie, I love the new look of your doors! Fresh paint makes such a difference, and the new handles are perfect.

    gail

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  2. Jessica Lee says

    May 8, 2017 at 1:26 am

    really like the white doors and how much cleaner the room looks

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  3. Kathleen Calado says

    July 5, 2017 at 5:30 am

    Really creative ideas and would try them out as soon as I’m free! Great article. Keep up the good work!

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  4. Jemma says

    January 11, 2018 at 3:37 pm

    It’s so amazing how much better your door looks with just a little paint. Adding new door knobs makes it even better. I don’t know if you know this, but the next time you are painting and want to get rid of the odor, put out a large bowl of salt and that should absorb a lot of it by the next day.

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    January 27, 2018 at 9:17 am

    Wow! I want to do that for so long but the thing is I don’t know where to start.

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  6. Richa Verma says

    August 24, 2018 at 2:20 am

    Your freshly paint door proves the saying “Such a small change makes such a big impact”. It totally made a huge impact. Thanks for sharing. The handle is looking perfect on the white painted door.
    Cheers!

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    September 22, 2018 at 3:44 am

    Blue ocean painting helps you fill your home with vibrant colors of your choice according to your taste. You and your family deserve the best in terms of interiors of your home. The inside of your home decides the personality and mood of people living in it.

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  8. larra says

    September 28, 2018 at 1:43 am

    Wow, what a difference a new door and trim paint job can make. What’s great about this is that it can be a DIY project or a quick and simple job for professional painters. Adding the new doorknob was a nice touch, it made the area look brand new.

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    September 29, 2018 at 1:16 am

    Blue ocean painting helps you fill your home with vibrant colors of your choice according to your taste. You and your family deserve the best in terms of interiors of your home. The inside of your home decides the personality and mood of people living in it.

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  10. Manco Painting says

    March 15, 2019 at 6:11 pm

    I’m gonna brush my doors up a little. So it’s a very helpful article. Glad I stopped by. These are great tips. Thanks!

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  11. Paige says

    January 9, 2020 at 5:19 pm

    There’s no better way to refresh your home than to paint your trim! Thanks so much for these awesome tips, Jeanie.

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    April 6, 2020 at 3:41 am

    Its an interesting activity that everyone should try on. You will be saving a lot and at the same time you’ll learn something on how to repair your door trim and utilize them without spending much.

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    April 23, 2020 at 7:42 am

    This is amazing and very helpful advice. This advice makes the house more elegant and beautiful. Thank you for sharing this one!

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    May 3, 2020 at 1:06 am

    Don’t forget to check the base of the previous coat of paint if you are living in an older home. Latex paint does not agree with oil based paints so if you paint latex over oil paint, you are asking for peeling down the road. If in doubt, perform this test. Apply denatured alcohol to a rag, wipe the door in a small area continuously and if the paint comes off, it’s latex. If it remains in tact, it’s oil. Make sure to follow the proper prep and you’ll be all set.

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    June 12, 2020 at 6:55 am

    Painting a door typically takes three to five hours, depending on the condition of the door and how fussy you are. But add in the drying time and it’s a full-day project. So if you’re painting a door you can’t live without, like a bathroom or exterior door, start first thing in the morning so it can be back in service by day’s end.

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  16. Balazs says

    June 18, 2020 at 9:38 am

    Your DIY ideas are always great, the result is beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

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  17. Robert M. Adams says

    September 4, 2020 at 1:08 am

    Your freshly paint door proves the saying “Such a small change makes such a big impact”. It totally made a huge impact. Thanks for sharing. The handle is looking perfect on the white painted door.
    Cheers!

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    October 28, 2020 at 1:35 pm

    I truly appreciate you talking about the importance of taking into account your furniture’s color and style when choosing a paint color for your home. As far as I know, it is important to make sure you consult with a professional if you are not sure how this process work and how to get it done properly. It makes sense that asking someone you trust can help you avoid spending money on too much paint and make sure the right tools are used for the job.

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    February 24, 2021 at 9:38 pm

    I am amazed at all of your tips. We also manage our house painting contractors and they can really benefit from your post. Please continue posting helpful painting techniques.

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    May 13, 2021 at 12:34 pm

    Wow! This is a big change! from a boring outlooked to a lively one, as a new one, I like the following tips that you said on your post like the following CLEAN THE DOORS AND TRIM FIRST, REMOVE DOORS AND PLACE THEM ON A FLAT SURFACE (LIKE SAW HORSES) FOR PAINTING, USE A SMALL DOOR/CABINET ROLLER AND A TAPERED BRUSH TO APPLY THE PAINT, This tips can bring to the good result when it comes to painting interior doors and the trim.

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