What is the easiest way to decorate doors using 'gloss' paint?

I have sanded down the doors already but please answer:


Do I need a special gloss brush?


How do I stop the gloss from running?





ThanksWhat is the easiest way to decorate doors using 'gloss' paint?
Use a primer or undercoat.





Don't buy cheap brushes - you will spend half the time picking hairs off the paint.





Spend the extra 拢2 on non-drip gloss - it is worth it.





I normally go for a satinwood finish myself, I think it is easier to get a decent result with it.What is the easiest way to decorate doors using 'gloss' paint?
buy gloss paint and paint away
Get a good quality brush - natural not synthetic. That way, the paint will go on smoother and the bristles won't come out which often happens with cheap brushes.





Use smooth actions in the same direction. The paint only runs if you put too much on so, better keep the coat lighter but do two coats.
The easiest way is to use a gloss roller and a small brush.Just doit nice and easy and dont put on too much at a time..
You need a good brush (2in) make sure surface is clean, don't overload your brush and take your time dont rush it. Or you can get gloss rollers they are easy to use but again you must take your time.
you dont need a special brush just one with good bristles that wont come out ie good quality brush also if i may add if its panneled paint the pannels first then the top middle and bottom horizontals then finish off doing the two verticles on each side this would make it blend better not too much paint on the brush or it will run cheers mal come on the toon
i always put a little washing up liquid and white spirit in a paint kettle add some gloss and stir well..i find you can work with the paint better and its not thick to work with any runs are easier to get rid of.i also use a roller not a brush because of leaving streak marks..hope this helps
have you tried using a roller for gloss paint? I always use one the finish is very good plus you dont use as much paint.
1 coat of Undercoat. Slightly rub down with fine sandpaper. One coat of gloss. No special gloss brush, a one inch is good.
Having been a house painter for a number of years I would say that most are steering you in the right direction. First, start with a quality brush. Some good ones would be a Purdy or Wooster brush. They are available at home improvement stores or paint stores. If you are using a latex paint I would suggest a synthtic or poly blend brush. If your paint is oil based then a natural brisle brush would be the one to use. Since you have already sanded the doors the next step would be to prime the doors. With a gloss paint it is a very important step. If you don't prime correctly then when you apply the paint it will absorb into the door and you will have spots that are not glossy. Use any quality primer for this. It would be a good idea to match the type of paint and primer. Latex or oil based. That way you have the same clean up and you can use the same brush for both the primer and paint. Next is the paint. Use a quality gloss paint. Typically it will cost $25 + per gallon. However, if you are only painting one or two doors a quart would be all you would need. You can do the math. One quart will do about 100 sq. feet. A quality gloss paint will be self-leveling. Meaning, wether you use a brush or roller it will smooth out as it dries which will remove all brush strokes or roller stippling. Small foam rollers would be quick to coat most of the door but you will need a brush to get into the corners of the panels it it has any. You can catch any runs and spread it out before it dries. Just don't apply the paint too liberally. On the flip side, don't be too stingy in application or you will not get proper coverage and you may end up doing multible coats.
Buy a good quality paint pad, then it goes on smooth with no brush marks
firstly buy a good quality gloss paint and a long hired 3'; Hamilton paint brush. To prepare for the gloss you must use a undercoat to go with the gloss two coats and sand between coats as its the preparation that makes the gloss finish look good if its a paneled door coat mouldings first then the panels taking care to softly lay off the paint in the same direction do this with all coats for a perfect finish
buy yourself a small mini roller and gloss sleeve and a decent 2'; brush, lay the doors on two benches, use the brush to cut in any panels and then use the roller to gloss the door, finally use the brush to lightly brush out the ';orange peel '; look, let dry turn over and repeat.
You must undercoat before you gloss, if you don't it will be a crap job.


you will not get a uniformed finish, and it probably will run


cos you have to put it on thickly to cover,





Moral, never gloss on gloss.
My preference is a small roller and decent 2'; brush.Firstly apply paint with the roller and then feather with the brush to remove any bubbles etc,Then stand back and admire your work.
get a gloss rad roller from diy store!





roll the door with it!





then Lay it off with the brush to smooth off the roller effect





It is much quicker this way and it spreads the gloss out to stop run's