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    Jul 26, 2009, 08:55 AM
    Painting steel door frames
    What is the best method to paint steel door frames when it's already installed in a occupied home ? I have alumn. Frames:confused:
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    Jul 26, 2009, 10:24 AM

    Spray gives a smoother finish but overspray mau be an issue since the house is occupied. You may need to stick with a trim brush. I add Floetrol to the paint to get it extra smooth. Latex Paint Additives | Latex Paint Flow | Flood
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    Jul 26, 2009, 10:25 AM
    How about using a foam brush
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    Jul 26, 2009, 10:26 AM

    You can use one but it is less effective than a trim brush or spray. Why would you want to. Convenience?
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    Jul 26, 2009, 10:31 AM
    I think using a foam brush you will not have any brush streaks
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    Jul 26, 2009, 10:34 AM

    Brush strokes are caused when too much paint is applied and the paint is viscous, thick. Add Floetrol and use a brush. Its your call but I am just telling you how we do things. There is no hard and fast law/rule about paint, just best practices.
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