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Stripping and restaining a fiberglass entry door.

Tom

I ordered and received a new fiberglass entry door but unfortunately the stain was not done to my satisfaction. How can I strip and restain the door to a lighter shade? Should I also consider having it done professionally? Any idea how costly that would be? Thanks

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crowderpainting says:

March 30, 2012 at 4:03 am

To strip off the existing finish and stain will require using a fiberglass safe paint/varnish stripper. Check out your local auto paint store for a suitable stripper. This is similar to stripping wood except no sanding can take place, sanding will destroy the fiberglass. After the stain/finish is removed the door can be refinished.

I do recommend having this done professionally, if possible. The cost will be around $400-600 depending on the design of the door and if there are also sidelights.

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