Mitre 10 is all about empowering people to take on their home improvement projects, one power tool at a time!
If you’ve ever looked at your front entrance and thought, “I’d love to fix that up, but where do I even begin?” — this one’s for you. Whether you’re just starting out or already handy with a hammer, the Mitre 10 team is always on hand to offer advice, tips and the confidence boost you need to get started. There’s no such thing as a silly question for this mighty helpful team. With a little help and wisdom from Mitre 10, Lauren recently tackled her front door makeover — the results speak for themselves. And now we’re giving you the step-by-step to do it for yourself!
What you’ll need to repaint your front door:
Surface prep
• 2 canvas drop sheets
• Sugar soap wipes
• Painter’s rags (1kg)
• Jumbo angled sand block (medium/fine)
Tools
• Accent All-Purpose Roller Kit
• Accent Gloss Roller Cover
• Plastic paint stirrer
• Paint can opener
• Accent Painter’s Tape (24mm)
• Accent Project Paintbrushes (63mm and 38mm)
Paint and prep
• Dulux 1 Step Prep (water-based, White, 2L)
• Dulux Aquanamel Semi-Gloss (Colour: Colorbond Night Sky
Step-by-step: your mini makeover
1. Lay drop sheets to protect surfaces from spills.
2. Clean the door using sugar soap wipes and painter’s rags.
3. Sand back any flaky or uneven paint.
4. Wipe down the door again to remove dust and moisture.
5. Tape the edges to prevent any paint bleed.
6. Stir your paint thoroughly before use.
7. Apply a coat of Dulux 1 Step Prep (primer) and let it dry.
8. Follow with two coats of colour, drying between coats.
9. Once dry, remove tape and pack up — you’re done!
Finishing touches
No makeover is complete without those sweet finishing touches. To create a welcoming entryway like Lauren’s, bring nature right up to your front door with these tips from Mitre 10’s garden experts.
• Choose plants suited to sun or shade, depending on your door’s position.
• Layer plants by height — taller ones at the back, shorter at the front.
• Mix leaf textures and colours for a lush, vibrant look.
• Repurpose items like bar stools to add height without bulky pots.
And if you need any help choosing the right plants, just ask in-store — the garden team has you covered. With Mitre 10’s support, even the most daunting tasks feel doable. So grab a brush, pick your paint, and start ticking off that DIY to-do list — you’ve got this.
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