If your garage door is beginning to look dull, has chipping paint, or is simply no longer pleasing to look at, refinishing it to freshen it up can be fun and easy. Since garage doors are exposed to the elements constantly, there is probably going to come a time when yours will need refinishing, even if that time is not right now. But, this is a project that you can do yourself, though having an assistant would probably be of great help. Follow these general steps to learn how to refinish garage doors. First you’ll need to clean the door off. You can do this with soapy water in a bucket and a hard bristled brush, or possibly even just a sponge, depending on how dirty the door may be. Don’t use a presser washer as it is unlikely to remove everything. Scrubbing by hand is preferable if at all possible. Rinse it off with your hose and let it dry. Once it has dried, you will need a paint scraper. Use this tool to remove the old paint from the door. Remember to push the scraper away from you and do not pull it toward you, as this can be dangerous. Using a small hand sander, take a strong grit sandpaper and sand the door as evenly as possible. Be gentle so as not to create uneven areas. After this, you’ll need to apply a primer to the door. Use a roller, and remember that you’ll need to use a metal primer on metal garage doors. Be sure to cover the door evenly with the primer and then allow it to dry. Priming ensures that your paint job holds up well. Next it’s time to actually paint the door. Choose a color you...