The directions for gel stain application can vary depending on the manufacturer so do not assume all gel stains are the same.
Gel stain for fiberglass exterior doors.
This type of stain is probably the best for fiberglass doors.
A standard wiping stain will not work.
The main trick to applying a gel stain is to follow the instructions precisely that are on the can.
Minwax gel stain is specifically designed to give you full control over the staining process and help you achieve beautiful results.
Before starting and occasionally throughout the project stir the stain until the texture is creamy.
Steel and fiberglass doors 2 of 5 c.
Apply stain with the foam brush and use the 2 bristle brush to soften and blend stain to match the door and trim.
Open a can of gel stain and mix it thoroughly with a stir stick.
Embossed fiberglass is a low maintenance substitute to the standard wood door.
Delivers uniform color evenly on wood and non wood surfaces such as metal veneer and fiberglass.
The main difference between wood and fiberglass is the type of stain and its application.
We recommend that before starting you try staining a small.
Starting with any raised areas apply the product evenly to the fiberglass door with a natural bristle paintbrush.
Staining the door use a high quality heavily pigmented oil based stain recommended.
Plus staining a fiberglass door can be easier than working with wood.
Its unique non drip formula makes application easy for vertical surfaces.
Staining the doorjamb door frame the gel stain can also be used to stain the doorjamb door frame and mullions.
In addition to the stain you will always want to seal it with a layer of polyethylene.
Embossed wood grained fiberglass can t absorb the stain like wood.