{"id":13270,"date":"2021-10-28T15:50:57","date_gmt":"2021-10-28T15:50:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resin-expert.com\/?p=13270"},"modified":"2023-09-18T18:29:58","modified_gmt":"2023-09-18T18:29:58","slug":"spray-paint-door-knobs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resin-expert.com\/en\/guide\/spray-paint-door-knobs","title":{"rendered":"Spray Paint Door Knobs – Spray Painting Door Knobs Easily"},"content":{"rendered":"

They say that doorways are thresholds to new spaces. We spend a lot of time interacting with doors in our daily lives, the function as means to compartmentalize our living spaces, workspaces and provide you with privacy. Do they though? Sure, doors are great dividers of space but the actual privacy and security they provide are determined by the handle and lock. These are things that they take for granted, and they\u2019re often not thought about when we consider refurbishing our home’s aesthetic. You could probably count the number of times you think about your doorknobs on one hand, and let\u2019s face it, they could probably use a bit more love than you\u2019re giving them. Let\u2019s have a look at some of the best ways you can go about beautifying your neglected doorknobs.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Why Should You Respray Your Doorknobs?<\/h2>\n

Doorknobs are seldom thought about, which is not surprising considering that they are purely functional in their purpose. However, these can be a bit of an eyesore when you consider that doorknobs are usually modeled in stark contrast to the aesthetic of doors themselves. This being said, having a doorknob that appears discolored, faded, damaged, or chipped can leave a lasting impact on the overall aesthetic of a space.<\/p>\n

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A good example of just how much of a letdown this can be is to imagine winning a complete home makeover, but the only thing that remains the same are the doorknobs you had installed previously. It sort of defeats the point of the whole \u201cnew look\u201d exercise, right? A uniform aesthetic isn\u2019t the only reason to refurbish your doorknobs though, have you ever gone out and priced new doorknobs for your entire home? Even if your home or workspace doesn’t have that many doors it can cost a relatively small fortune to have these replaced by simply going down to your local hardware store and buying them.<\/p>\n

If you have the money, this is all well and good, but there\u2019s no guarantee that the doorknobs that are on sale will be anything remotely close to the aesthetic you had previously. Considering the aforementioned, it should come as no surprise that more and more people are opting to perform DIY restorations on their doorknobs and related fixtures. How does one go about this though? Well, doorknobs are made of various materials on which only certain types of paints and treatments can be used.<\/p>\n

Knowing this, let’s have a look at what types of paint<\/a> and treatments work on various types of doorknobs. <\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Which Types of Coatings Work on Doorknobs?<\/h2>\n

Having the motivation and the drive for home improvement is a wonderful feeling, especially when you have all the possibilities running through your mind of what the finished product might look like. Although, you should know that you have the right tools for the job, or your weekend project might turn into an all-week nightmare. Here are a few coatings that work well on doorknobs depending on the material they\u2019re made of.<\/p>\n

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Brass Doorknobs<\/h3>\n

Brass is a martial that isn\u2019t spray painted often outside of the commercial industry, although lots of old homes have brass door handles installed. What type of spray paint works best for brass door handles? Surprisingly, you can use virtually any type of spray paint on brass door handles including acrylic, latex, oil, and enamel paints. The trick is to clean your door handle thoroughly and apply a primer for the specific paint<\/a> <\/strong>you\u2019re using.<\/p>\n

You should have a great, long-lasting finish once you have completed your coating.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Plastic Door Knobs<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re wondering how to spray paint door knobs made of plastic, you\u2019re in luck. Plastic door knobs are a pleasure to work with because just like brass you can get just about any spray paint to stick to it if you have the correct primer for the job, and if you have prepared the surface adequately.<\/p>\n

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Plastic door knobs are receptive to virtually any paint on the market as we mentioned previously, although they don\u2019t respond as well to sheen finishes compared to matt ones, therefore we recommend choosing a high-quality primer if you\u2019re setting out to make a shiny door handle for your door. Also, keep in mind to sand plastic door knobs thoroughly before applying your primer.<\/p>\n

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Steel Door Knobs<\/h3>\n

The likelihood of you having steel door knobs in your home is pretty likely if your home is relatively new. Steel is durable, easy to maintain, and most importantly for the context of this post, easy to paint! Steel door knobs are also one of the cheapest you would have been able to buy in the day so most homes are fitted with them.<\/p>\n

Although other types of paint can be used on steel, it responds best when enamel or oil-based paints are used on them as steel (unless forged) can have microscopic pores that paint uses to latch on to.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The other advantage you will have when working with these types of paint is the sheen finish that they produce, which to the untrained eye can look as good (if not better) than brass doorknobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Type of paint<\/strong><\/td>\nOil Paint<\/strong><\/td>\nAcrylic Paint<\/strong><\/td>\nLatex Paint<\/strong><\/td>\nEnamel Paint<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Brass Doorknob<\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Plastic Doorknob<\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Steel Doorknob<\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n\u2718<\/span><\/td>\n\u2718<\/span><\/td>\n\u2714<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Is Spray Paint Durable Enough for Door Knobs?<\/h2>\n

Choosing to spray paint doorknobs might seem a bit strange, considering that most of them come ready painted it’s not really something most people think about. The question that\u2019s asked next is usually \u201cis spray paint on doorknobs durable?\u201d which is a fair question considering that we spend all our lives opening and closing door knobs. The answer isn\u2019t a simple yes or no, it has a lot to do with the quality of workmanship and quality of product involved in the painting process.<\/p>\n

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Doorknobs see a lot of hand traffic and as a result, an inferior or poorly applied finish will degrade quickly, and you\u2019ll be forced to repeat the process over again. This being said, spray paint can last on a doorknob if the sanding and priming process is followed correctly, and most importantly, the right paint is used on the doorknobs in question. It can seem like a lot of work but in reality, doorknobs are small workpieces that are really easy to work with, so ensure you work patiently and methodically when you are preparing and painting them.<\/p>\n

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What Are the Best Spray Paints for Door Knobs?<\/h2>\n

Spray painting door knobs relies on good preparation and good spray paint. Choosing a spray paint that\u2019s conducive to the material your doorknob is made of is important, thankfully you don\u2019t have to look too hard these days because most manufacturers make multi-purpose paints. Let\u2019s have a look at some of the best spray paints for door knobs on the market today!<\/p>\n

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Best Overall: RUST-OLEUM Universal All Surface Spray<\/h3>\n

As we mentioned previously the primary concern people have when spray painting doorknobs is that the finish will fade eventually. While this is true, there are many paint brands out there that design their formulas for just such applications. The Rust-Oleum team has designed just such a formula with their universal all surface aerosol spray paint, ensuring that regardless of which surface you\u2019re working with, it will stick and continue to stick for the lifetime of your workpiece. How does this miracle technology work?<\/p>\n

Well, considering that the Rust-Oleum brand has been around for over 100 years, you can rest assured that they\u2019ve learned a thing or two about high-quality paint production.<\/p>\n