There is metal garage door paint there is wood garage door paint and there are even a few paint products that can be applied to multiple surfaces.
													
																	What kind of paint to use on aluminum garage door. 
									
	
		
	
																	Paint the garage door. 
																	Painting aluminum is a slightly different process than painting an interior or exterior wall so use paint designed to adhere to aluminum. 
																	Oil based exterior paint is a good choice for going over an oil based primer but a 100 percent acrylic exterior paint can also be suitable. 
																	Use a large brush to cut down on your overall painting time. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	If the aluminum door is a garage door don t take it down. 
																	Apply a quality exterior paint to the door using the same method as described for priming. 
																	Painting a metal garage door involves some time and effort but in the end it s a great way to give your home a fresh new look. 
																	Choosing a color choosing a paint color may be the most difficult aspect of the entire process and there are a few things to keep in mind. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Step 1 apply a mild soap or detergent with a scrub brush and sponge thoroughly washing the entire surface of the garage door. 
																	Make sure you re selecting the right one and if you have a door that has a range of materials such as wood frame or trim over a metal door panel a paint that s suitable for use on.