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Best method. Paint from bare steel.

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28 Jan 2014 20:16 #102428 by Keefe
Ok, I've got my own thoughts on this but just want to put it out there to see what any experts might say.... :)

So, I have some mild steel to paint from scratch.
What would you recommend to start with, primer, red oxide, etc, etc etc.

I was going to clean the steel, red oxide it, then a few brush coats of Rustolium satin black followed by a few coats of spray on satin black to cover the brush marks, if any.

Any (within reason) suggestions appreciated.

K

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28 Jan 2014 20:19 #102429 by GuardianAngel
Replied by GuardianAngel on topic Best method. Paint from bare steel.
POR-15?

Depends I guess on how important it is not to rust and how much you want to spend.

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28 Jan 2014 20:38 #102432 by Decalwizard
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I agree Por-15 is awsome I used it myself but its about £27 a can and you dont get a lot. I painted my Side awning mounting brackets with before the final black top coat

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28 Jan 2014 20:42 #102434 by GuardianAngel
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Decalwizard wrote: I agree Por-15 is awsome I used it myself but its about £27 a can and you dont get a lot. I painted my Side awning mounting brackets with before the final black top coat


That's true it's not UV resistant so it will need a top coat. Hammerite would probably be good. It also needs lots of prep as well to get a clean surface and etched.

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28 Jan 2014 20:50 #102436 by robs5230
rustoleum is good stuff . using the right primer should be hard as nails

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28 Jan 2014 21:02 - 28 Jan 2014 21:05 #102437 by JerseyJimny
Replied by JerseyJimny on topic Best method. Paint from bare steel.
All my stuff is either Hammerite or Stonechip... Both have been applied straight to metal after its been roughed up a little and degreased
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