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Paint aluminum sheet metal.
The sheet features a union jack style perforated design.
Sheet aluminum must be pre treated through abrasion to help encourage it to accept paint.
The finish coat should be compatible with the primer that was used in step 4.
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Apply spray paint to the sheet metal.
While painting aluminum increases its aesthetic it also prolongs its life with a hard wearing top coat of paint and sealant that can stand up to harsh weather and soaring temperatures.
Finish off with a coat of a quality exterior paint.
To prep metal for paint adhesion you must first clean it with soap and water remove light rust with a wire brush sand it with fine grain sandpaper and then in most cases prime.
You can create farmhouse style signs or modern designs with paint on ruffled or flat aluminum siding which is much more attractive than plain aluminum.
Unfortunately you can t abrade aluminum by sanding it because the surface is too hard.
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Aluminum paints that are made for metal are outstanding when used as primers.
This makes it highly resistant to paint adhesion.
Painting aluminium step 1 ensure that the surface you intend to paint is clean and free from dirt grease oil or anything else that could potentially interfere with the paint s application and adherence.
Thoroughly clean the aluminum and let dry.
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Next brush or spray on at least 2 coats of acrylic or latex paint and let the metal dry after each coat.
Apply paint multiple coats and.
For best results keep the can parallel to the sheet metal surface and spray in a back and forth motion over the surface.
Sand the metal surface with coarse then fine grit sandpaper.
Apply self etching primer let dry then sand again.
Spray in a quick smooth and even pattern until the surface is covered.
Like most types of metal surfaces sheet aluminum is hard slick and nonporous.
Then wipe the aluminum down with a tack cloth to get rid of any dust or debris.