Painting - Painting metal overhang, metal screen frames, etc.
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08-08-01, 07:13 PM
Got lots of questions.
What type paint do I use for metal overhangs on exterior. I've tried washing but still looks dull, old, and stained. Also, do I use steel wool to "rough it up" first? Do I use anything after that before I paint?
Also I have Pella windows/screens. The screen frames are pretty bad too. Do I do the same? I was told to steel wool it (like above), and then simply buy spray paint and go at it. Any and all ideas/suggestions greatly appreciated.
I also have a metal light pole - that too needs painting.
Same thing?
I don't know what type metal any of these things are.
Thanks, Scarlet
What type paint do I use for metal overhangs on exterior. I've tried washing but still looks dull, old, and stained. Also, do I use steel wool to "rough it up" first? Do I use anything after that before I paint?
Also I have Pella windows/screens. The screen frames are pretty bad too. Do I do the same? I was told to steel wool it (like above), and then simply buy spray paint and go at it. Any and all ideas/suggestions greatly appreciated.
I also have a metal light pole - that too needs painting.
Same thing?
I don't know what type metal any of these things are.
Thanks, Scarlet
09-01-01, 12:20 PM
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