What Is The UK’s Best Garage Door Paint?
In this guide we’ll look at the best garage door paints for the UK market.
We’ve compared tin size, coverage per litre, touch dry time and cost
to give you our top recommendations.
Garage Door Paint Reviews
Hammerite are the original and best-known manufacturer of specialist “hammered” metal paint, and have been industry leaders since they started back in 1964. They are metal paint specialists, and have focused on creating the best formulations that protect metal surfaces in all situations.
We knew that any list of the best garage door paints would have to include Hammerite, so we were excited to try out their garage door paint and see if it lives up to their good name.
We chose the classic white colour option, but there’s a decent range available, including a rich Buckingham green, mellow chestnut brown and regal Oxford blue. On first impression, the paint seemed quite thin, but it’s especially formulated for applying on vertical surfaces so it sticks better than it seems.
The coverage is impressive for an oil-based paint, and doesn’t need much preparation other than cleaning with sugar soap and giving the surface a good key with sandpaper. It’s the best paint for garage doors we’ve tried out so far that is specifically designed for the job.
Hammerite are the original and best-known manufacturer of specialist “hammered” metal paint, and have been industry leaders since they started back in 1964. They are metal paint specialists, and have focused on creating the best formulations that protect metal surfaces in all situations.
We knew that any list of the best garage door paints would have to include Hammerite, so we were excited to try out their garage door paint and see if it lives up to their good name.
We chose the classic white colour option, but there’s a decent range available, including a rich Buckingham green, mellow chestnut brown and regal Oxford blue. On first impression, the paint seemed quite thin, but it’s especially formulated for applying on vertical surfaces so it sticks better than it seems.
The coverage is impressive for an oil-based paint, and doesn’t need much preparation other than cleaning with sugar soap and giving the surface a good key with sandpaper. It’s the best paint for garage doors we’ve tried out so far that is specifically designed for the job.
Dulux is a brand familiar to anyone who’s ever picked up a paintbrush in the UK, and their long history of producing quality paints and amazing range of colour options is hard to match. The Dulux range of Weather Shield paints boast handsome mid-sheen finishes and a flexible surface that resists cracking.
We tested out a tin of their quick dry satin paint in misty sky, which is a gentle grey colour we think is perfect for softening the hard shapes in a garage door. We like the fact that it’s guaranteed for ten years, it’s a relief to know that Dulux are putting their money where their mouth is when it comes to making the best paint for metal garage doors.
The coverage is unbeatable on this list, a little paint goes a long way. If you take the time to prepare the garage door surface and use a primer, you shouldn’t need more than two coats for a solid colour finish that will keep your garage door looking great for many years to come, whatever the weather.
Dulux is a brand familiar to anyone who’s ever picked up a paintbrush in the UK, and their long history of producing quality paints and amazing range of colour options is hard to match. The Dulux range of Weather Shield paints boast handsome mid-sheen finishes and a flexible surface that resists cracking.
We tested out a tin of their quick dry satin paint in misty sky, which is a gentle grey colour we think is perfect for softening the hard shapes in a garage door. We like the fact that it’s guaranteed for ten years, it’s a relief to know that Dulux are putting their money where their mouth is when it comes to making the best paint for metal garage doors.
The coverage is unbeatable on this list, a little paint goes a long way. If you take the time to prepare the garage door surface and use a primer, you shouldn’t need more than two coats for a solid colour finish that will keep your garage door looking great for many years to come, whatever the weather.
A company with a long and distinguished history in the paint industry, Johnstone’s were founded in 1890 and have continued to innovate and create superior paint products for all surfaces and in a mind-blowing range of thousands of colours and finishes.
We knew that their exterior hardwearing gloss would be a force to be reckoned with, and were happy to give put them up against some for the biggest names in the paint world. We took a closer look at their brilliant white exterior gloss paint, and put it through its paces.
First of all, the six-year guarantee is impressive. It’s a paint that’s at home on wood, metal or plastic surfaces, so it should make short work of your garage door. The consistency is nice and creamy, and doesn’t leave lasting brush marks.
Garage doors are liable to blistering, cracking and peeling, but Johnstone’s specially formulated Weathershield paint promises that that won’t be an issue.
A company with a long and distinguished history in the paint industry, Johnstone’s were founded in 1890 and have continued to innovate and create superior paint products for all surfaces and in a mind-blowing range of thousands of colours and finishes.
We knew that their exterior hardwearing gloss would be a force to be reckoned with, and were happy to give put them up against some for the biggest names in the paint world. We took a closer look at their brilliant white exterior gloss paint, and put it through its paces.
First of all, the six-year guarantee is impressive. It’s a paint that’s at home on wood, metal or plastic surfaces, so it should make short work of your garage door. The consistency is nice and creamy, and doesn’t leave lasting brush marks.
Garage doors are liable to blistering, cracking and peeling, but Johnstone’s specially formulated Weathershield paint promises that that won’t be an issue.
Developed by a ship’s captain who wanted to make paints that could withstand the toughest conditions that the sea can throw at them, Rust-Oleum are a specialist paints company that take weather protection seriously.
We grabbed a tin of their Universal All-Surface paint that’s just as suitable on wood, plastic and ceramic as it is on a garage door, and put it to the test. It’s a well-known and reviewed paint for adding a touch of colour to any tired looking surface, and for good reason.
The coverage is good for an oil-based paint. A little goes a long way, as long as you properly prepare you surfaces. The special formulation can even be painted over rust patches or other stains as long as you use their patented Universal Stain Block Primer. But, if you’re just painting over old paint or bare metal, it’s a primer and finish all in one.
We love the finish it gave our test piece, the gloss white was clear, shining and probably the best paint for metal garage doors they’ve made so far.
Developed by a ship’s captain who wanted to make paints that could withstand the toughest conditions that the sea can throw at them, Rust-Oleum are a specialist paints company that take weather protection seriously.
We grabbed a tin of their Universal All-Surface paint that’s just as suitable on wood, plastic and ceramic as it is on a garage door, and put it to the test. It’s a well-known and reviewed paint for adding a touch of colour to any tired looking surface, and for good reason.
The coverage is good for an oil-based paint. A little goes a long way, as long as you properly prepare you surfaces. The special formulation can even be painted over rust patches or other stains as long as you use their patented Universal Stain Block Primer. But, if you’re just painting over old paint or bare metal, it’s a primer and finish all in one.
We love the finish it gave our test piece, the gloss white was clear, shining and probably the best paint for metal garage doors they’ve made so far.
Conclusion
The outside of your home can take a beating from the elements, so you need to make sure that you pick the best garage door paint available right now. We tested out four of the leading brands to find the best paint for garage doors, and were simply knocked out by the Hammerite Garage Door Paint. It’s the only paint specifically designed for garage doors, we like the colour options and it will last for years.