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Painting metal
I'm building a MH hanging arm out of 1/2 aluminum rods and want to paint them, but not sure as to how to make it look more pro. Do I paint a base coat, then a sealer or something?
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For a top notch job, surface prep is key. Smooth out all surfaces with fine grit emery cloth / steel wool. Get a can of aircraft grade aluminum chromate primer as your sealer. Top that with a few thin layers of your chosen topcoat. A sealer after that would just be extra, IMO, not a necessity.
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where would I get aircraft grade aluminum chromate primer?
So basically I first use aircraft grade aluminum chromate primer, then a black paint as a topcoat? Still a little confused
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Can try this too. For a home project of a small size it does work.
http://www.rustoleum.com/product.asp...ct_id=29&SBL=1 |
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Go to an autobody paint/supply store and ask for self-etching primer in spray can. Use that as your primer and top coat with whatever you want.
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Available on-line for about 5-6 bucks a can.
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How about get it powder coated? Or even anodized! that would look way cool...
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If you have an Autozone near you, they carry the self-etching primer.
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Isn't Google great....
Found these guys near you... Fusion Powder Coating Chesapeake, VA 23320 Phone: (757) 319-3760 |
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