Wrought iron railings fences and patio furniture have been a classically elegant staple of homes for decades.
Painting wrought iron furniture.
Then avoid touching the furniture again with your bare hands until you re done painting.
Once that is dry paint.
How to paint wrought iron patio furniture.
It s best to strip an old finish that has begun to flake off but stripping can be difficult with wrought iron.
The wrought iron patio table was lovely but needed a paint job.
Then prime with several light coats.
Learn how to paint wrought iron furniture without picking up a single paint brush.
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Over time exposed to the elements wrought iron can become pitted and rusty and in need of refinishing.
Dtm paint is formulated for use on metal that s not primed so it s okay to use it on unprimed wrought iron.
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It s usually molded into complex hard to reach curves.
Use spray paint to give new life to your old wrought iron patio furniture.
Wrought iron rusts quickly and is seldom left unfinished so you re usually painting over an existing finish when you paint it.
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However it s typically best to use a primer even if you ve prepared the wrought iron well.
Slip on disposable gloves or.
Working on one part of a piece.
People painted wrought iron furniture by brush long before aerosol spray paint became popular.
I know a lot of people love the shabby look but this set was looking shabby in a bad way.
Rinse thoroughly to remove all chemicals.
Primer helps the paint stick to the wrought iron creates an even surface and extends the life of your paint job.
Then remove mildew with a bleach and water solution.
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Learn how to clean and paint outdoor metal furniture and restore metal outdoor furniture by removing rust and chipped paint with a wire wheel.
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Even if your wrought iron pieces look good you can paint them a different color to add a personal touch and contemporary style to what is usually a traditional element of your home.
Give new life to dirty rusty outdoor metal or wrought iron patio furniture with spray paint.