I have metal awnings covering my all my windows, front and back doors, I would like to paint them a brighter color. I'm kinda skeptical because my neighbor did his and it looks too tacky, almost like he used interior paint or something. Mine are in good shape they just have a funky old color. I need some curb appeal.
2006-09-27 04:37:16 · 9 answers · asked by Sweetbabygurl318 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
yes, Home Depot and Lowes both offer paint products for metal appliance and surface, it comes in both paint cans ans spray applications and work very well, last summer i repainted a grotto that we have in our backyard, and when your in the store they will tell you the best one to use depending on the grain of your awning.
2006-09-27 04:48:46 · answer #1 · answered by bluejay2312 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would help if you can take them down, a two person job. But, you can do it with them in place. I would use a Wire Brush and clean them well removing loose paint. IF, they down you can use some Wet-Dry Sand paper to sand them good and smooth. I then use Spray paint and not a brush for a nice smooth look. First Spray with Rust-Oleum (not sure of spelling, say as it looks and the Store should know) or something similar. Spray lightly so it not run wait till dry and spray again. Then use what color(s) you want spraying lightly so it not run and do this about 3-4 times until the rust-oleum not show through. This how I do it and there are other ways. Wal-Wort and stores like this sell the Spray Paints Fairly cheap, but, it may be more expensive than a Brush on Paint. If, you had an Air Sprayer or know someone who does then buy the Paint in a Can and be prepared to clean all this when you finish.
2006-09-27 04:54:49 · answer #2 · answered by Snaglefritz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How To Paint Aluminum Awnings
2017-01-11 15:47:02 · answer #3 · answered by elks 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sucks because you need to strip them first, there is two ways to do this. one is the old fashion way, sand paper or a palm sander and alot of elbow grease. the next is a exterior killz you can spray on it to act as a adhesive for the other paint your going to apply. when you do apply your brighter color make sure you use a exterior paint and you have to use a spray gun. if you use a brush it will streak and come out looking tacky and un-even.
2006-09-27 04:50:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely !! Like the others have said..head down to the store and pick up "metal" paint.
Pressure washing the awnings first to ensure all debris being removed will help you end product !
Good luck ! : )
2006-09-27 07:36:33 · answer #5 · answered by Kitty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I actually did this to my aluminum awnings a couple of weeks ago. I needed to spruce them up (they haven't been painted since they were installed in the 60's). I used exterior oil base paint. They look BRAND NEW! ... it works well.
2006-09-27 05:03:48 · answer #6 · answered by JrHedaz 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can. Just make sure you use an EXTERIOR OIL BASE paint and you will get a wonderful job. It will take a little longer to dry being an Oil Base, but it will be worth it. You are not going to be touching them anyhow, right?
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2016-02-09 09:48:26 · answer #8 · answered by Kayleen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I work on 18 wheel trucks and we use the "Simple Green" to remove road grime, mold, and mildew, from the trucks. Both cheaper and way safer than bleach. You might also use a long handle soft brush to save all that climbing up and down. Good luck!
2016-04-06 07:35:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋