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DIY Painting Metal
A Successful Metal Painting Job Depends on:

Rusting

Rusting is a tendency of a metal to return to its natural state as an ore.  It is largely due to electrolytic reaction takes place in the presence of moisture and air.  Before painting rust must be removed from the metal surface or made chemically or physical inert.  Rust that is not removed or made inert before 
before painting remains active, expands, and ruptures the paint film from beneath.

Types of Paint

Latex should be used on the interior and acrylic paint should be used on the exterior.

Steps in Painting

It is highly recommended for both new and old metals to prime the surface.  Some primers require a certain top of topcoat.  For maximum protection two finish coats should be used.  Be sure to stir the paint even if it just came from the store.  Read the label to make sure that the paint meets your temperature and humidity conditions.  Maintain a "wet" edge to eliminate lap marks.  Always bruc into the wed edge.

Aluminum and Vinyl Siding

It is our suggestion to use latex paint so the paint can expand and contract with the weather.