Remove the door handle or wrap it with plastic bags and masking tape.
Stripping gel stain off of fiber glass door.
When removing stains from fiberglass doors using chemicals less is usually better.
As well as work in a well ventilated area.
Just brush it on thick spritz it with water to keep it open.
If you find yourself wiping off ash gray residue or rose colored material if your door has a mahogany stain that s a sign that you are into the primer layer in which case you can completely.
Open the can of stain and very gently stir the contents with the paint stick.
Make sure door is completely clean and dry before refinishing.
Remove the hinges by unscrewing them from the fiberglass doors.
Is it possible to remove that botched up job and if so.
Place the door on a worktable above a drop.
It looks pretty bad and i would like to remove the stain and have it redone by someone that knows what they are doing.
Remember not to scrub harshly or violently.
Apply the clear.
How to re stain a fiberglass door remove the previous stain.
If any stain remains after the door is dry use lacquer thinner a scouring pad and rags to remove it.
After the stain or paint has been removed scrub the door with an all purpose cleaner to completely remove any stripper residue.
Both types will dissolve the clear coat and gel stain.
How to remove gel stains on fiberglass doors.
Using a stripper on a fiberglass door is easy.
Feel free to contact therma tru with questions or concerns about maintaining a door unit.
Cover the door hinges.
Apply the stripper and wait according directions use a scouring pad to help loosen the finish then rinse well with water.
Excessive amounts can cause discoloration and can make the problem worse.
I always strip fiberglass doors with ready strip the blue label one with good success.
How to strip a therma tru door to refinish.
Painter did a very poor job using a gel stain on a very expensive fiberglass and leaded glass door.
In about 15 20 mins it should come right off.
Therma tru provides a comprehensive tutorial on how to properly remove a stain and prepare it for refinishing.
When cleaning gently scrub the door using a sponge dipped in water and soap then rinse off with water.
Wipe again with a dry rag and if the rag picks up any residue clean the door again.
Use the correct protective gear when working with chemicals.
Wipe the entire door with a rag moistened with denatured alcohol after you ve finished stripping both sides.
Remove the door from its hinges by unscrewing the vertical screw that holds the door on the doorjamb.
Wash off remaining stripper.