Excessive amounts can cause discoloration and can make the problem worse.
Stripping gel stain off of fiber glass door.
As well as work in a well ventilated area.
Open the can of stain and very gently stir the contents with the paint stick.
When cleaning gently scrub the door using a sponge dipped in water and soap then rinse off with water.
Is it possible to remove that botched up job and if so.
Remember not to scrub harshly or violently.
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If any stain remains after the door is dry use lacquer thinner a scouring pad and rags to remove it.
Remove the hinges by unscrewing them from the fiberglass doors.
Make sure door is completely clean and dry before refinishing.
Then clean the door and ready for stain.
Place the door on a worktable above a drop.
Cover the door hinges.
Both types will dissolve the clear coat and gel stain.
Using a stripper on a fiberglass door is easy.
Apply the stripper and wait according directions use a scouring pad to help loosen the finish then rinse well with water.
In about 15 20 mins it should come right off.
Wash off remaining stripper.
Painter did a very poor job using a gel stain on a very expensive fiberglass and leaded glass door.
Be careful not to create.
Just brush it on thick spritz it with water to keep it open.
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.
Rinse well and wipe dry.
How to strip a therma tru door to refinish.
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.
I always strip fiberglass doors with ready strip the blue label one with good success.
Remove the door from its hinges by unscrewing the vertical screw that holds the door on the doorjamb.
Therma tru provides a comprehensive tutorial on how to properly remove a stain and prepare it for refinishing.
Remove the door handle or wrap it with plastic bags and masking tape.
After the stain or paint has been removed scrub the door with an all purpose cleaner to completely remove any stripper residue.
How to re stain a fiberglass door remove the previous stain.
Apply the clear.
Wipe the entire door with a rag moistened with denatured alcohol after you ve finished stripping both sides.