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That New-Paint Look: Keys to Formulating a Plan for Restoring Metal Exteriors

A D+D Online Feature published April 25 2012

by Kenneth A. Trimber
	Factory-applied finishes on roof panels, canopies, awnings, and curtain walls offer a superior combination of appearance and performance qualities, and typically consist of powder or liquid coatings that are thermally cured, or baked, after application.... (Login to read the full article)

Comment from Susan Morris, (5/2/2012, 10:22 AM)

Joe, I need your help in determining the right paint to use to repaint our Theme Trash Receptacles that are built of galvanized steel. They were painted with a metal spray paint when they were new which has now virtually all disappeared and before we get them repainted by an artist I want to be sure we use the best metal paint for Galvanized Steel. See the Trash Receptacles on the website please: www.historicmuralsofsanangelo.org. Thanks in advances for your assistance. Susan Morris, Executive Director, Historic Murals of San Angelo, Inc. email: ssmorris@zipnet.us, Ph: 325-944-1443

Comment from Kenneth Trimber, (5/3/2012, 11:37 AM)

Susan, although you indicate that the old paint has weathered away for the most part, if some of it remains after you prepare the surface, a test patch should be applied to confirm that the new paint doesn’t soften or lift it. Regarding products - since it appears that the receptacles are being used outdoors, an epoxy primer will work well, which can be finished with a polyurethane for color and UV resistance. You may also want to consider a polyurethane clear coat to better preserve the color. Another coating that adheres well to prepared galvanize is acrylic. The manufacturer of the finish coats that will be applied by your artist will be able to identify a suitable primer in their line. Ken

Comment from Susan Morris, (5/8/2012, 10:26 AM)

Thanks Ken, When we get these three receptaclse repainted I'll send you pictures. Meanwhile please look at them on our website so you can see how they looked when brand new and first painted. WWW.historicmuralsofsanangelo.org Many thanks for your help. Susan Morris Executive Director, Historic Murals of San Angelo, Inc. P.O. Box 61402 San Angelo, TX 76906 Ph: 325-944-1443, email: ssmorris@zipnet.us www.historicmuralsofsanangelo.org

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