Reluctant to use latex paints on metal surfaces such as aluminum storm doors and windows, wrought iron railings or furniture, gutters and downspouts and swing sets?

Set your mind at ease. There are a host of high quality all acrylic latex products that do an excellent job of protecting and decorating metal. The choice of paint products depends on the type and condition of your metal surface - and there are specially formulated latex products that can handle them all.

For aluminum, galvanized or factory primed metals with no rust, top quality, 100% acrylic exterior house paints can be used for extended protection or just to change color. As with any painting project, proper surface preparation is key, so be sure to check with Choosing the Right Paint section before starting.

For steel, wrought iron or other metals in rusted condition, surface preparation and priming with Anti-Corrosive primers are most important. These anti-corrosive primers contain special pigments and binders that protect the metal from the elements that cause rusting. Remember to follow label instructions for proper film thickness as well. Topcoat with 100% acrylic latex paints in your desired sheen Again, visit Choosing the Right Paint section to get the detailed recommendations.

The additional advantages of water clean up and fast dry of latex maintenance paints should make the project more enjoyable and environmentally safe. So go ahead and tackle those metal painting projects with confidence and top quality acrylic maintenance paints.

Ask your local Paint Professional for help in choosing top quality primers and topcoats for metal.

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