The Paint

There are many different combinations of Porter

Surface Preparation
Any surface, new or old metal, must be thoroughly dry Or you can simply remove loose
Painting
products to meet any metal painting need. Your choices Finish Coat and free of rust, dirt and grease before applying primer rust and other foreign matter and
will depend on whether the metal is indoors or out,
whether it is a wear surface, how glossy a finish you
want, and how much effort and money you want to
invest in the job.
You can choose the type paint you want:
acrylic, alkyd or oil (as long as it is suitable for the
primer used).
and finish coat. If it is not free of rust, the rust must be
made inert.
then treat the surface with Porter
METALPREP, which converts
active rust to inert iron phosphate,
removes oil and grease and
Metal
For metals with a non-wearing surface: Previously
The following products have been selected to help slightly etches the surface, for
(Such as siding and gutters)
you narrow your choices. Consider them your “best Painted Metal better adhesion. Use an old brush
bets.” Porter Acrylic Gloss Exterior Paint or sponge to apply METALPREP
If the old paint is smooth and
Preps and primers are the same for steel, iron, galva- Porter Super AcrylicTM House Paint even, has not failed (peeled or
and always wear gloves.
nized metals and aluminum, exterior and interior, wear cracked) and is adhering tightly to
and non-wear surfaces. The finish coats are different. Porter Super Exterior Paint
Oil. Full gloss. Exterior use only. the metal surface, you can simply Bare Metal:
wash off the dirt and repaint. To
Preps Porter GLYPTEX Enamel insure adhesion and to eliminate Galvanized Metals
Porter METALPREP or Porter GALVAPREP The finest alkyd gloss enamel on the market. (But crawling of the finish coat, the The oil film on new, galvanized
it is not recommended for very large areas, like surface should be lightly sanded metal must be removed before it
walls, because the film is brittle and large metal before painting. (A primer is not is painted. Best results are
Primers surfaces tend to flex.) necessary.) achieved by leaving the metal
Porter Fast Drying Metal Primer For metals with a wear surface: Aluminum siding should be exposed to the weather for six
White. Fast drying. Any latex, alkyd or oil finish (Such as furniture, toys and railings) thoroughly washed down. The months to one year and then, if
coat. best, quickest and easiest way to there is no rust, applying Porter
Porter GLYPTEX Enamel prepare aluminum siding for GALVAPREP with an old brush
Porter Galvanized Metal Primer The finest alkyd gloss enamel on the market. painting is to use a pressure or sponge. Be sure to wear gloves. GALVAPREP forms
White. Actually changes the polarity of galvanized washer to remove all chalk, dirt, a zinc phosphate coating, which provides an ideal
metal, for better adhesion. Must use water-based Porter Alkyd Enamel
pollutants and mildew. You can etched surface for paint adhesion.
finish coat. Porter GLYPTEX Eggshell rent a pressure washer and easily However, if the galvanized metal has more than
Porter GLYPTEXTM Zinc Chromate Primer Alkyd with satin finish. Interior only. clean an average size house in isolated pinpoints of rust, use Porter METALPREP.
Red. Any latex, alkyd or oil finish coat. (When the 3-4 hours. If you do not wish to wait for the new galvanized
For other interior metals: All loose paint should be surface to “age,” you can clean the oil film off with
color and low sheen is suitable, this primer makes Porter Acrylic Eggshell
an excellent finish coat.) removed by scraping or wire Porter thinner or turpentine, or even a vinegar-water
brushing and those affected areas solution, then wipe with GALVAPREP.
Porter RUST-SCREEN® treated like bare metal.
White. Fast Drying. For bare or galvanized metal.
For interior or exterior use. Top coat with latex
alkyd or oil based products. Easy clean-up with
✔ Check List
■
Old, crusty paint coatings,
heavily scaling paint or deep rust
should be cleaned by sandblasting,
Bare Metal:
Aluminum
water. flame-cleaning or power wire- After a few years exposure to the
■ Porter pre-paint product ■ Painting shield
brushing. The surface is then weather, aluminum will pit and
Porter Acrylic Bonding Primer For ■ Porter primer ■ Sandpaper
treated like bare metal. oxidize. The surface will collect
Aluminum Siding ■ Porter finish paint ■ Wire brush
■ Porter thinner ■ Paint scraper
dirt and become unsightly. For
Finish coat should be gloss of low-sheen acrylic.
or turpentine ■ Steel wool Bare Metal: the best appearance for a longer
■ Sponge Steel and Iron period of time, aluminum should
■ 3” brush, roller, or spray be painted. New aluminum
■ Paint pot and hook ■ Water bucket Remove all rust by sanding,
■ Soilax
should first be treated with Porter
■ Ladder scraping, or wire brushing. Then METALPREP, to etch the surface slightly, for better
■ Drop cloths ■ Pressure washer remove oil, grease and wax with paint adhesion. Weathered aluminum should be
■ Masking tape Soilax solution and rinse sanded with sandpaper or steel wool.
■ Clean-up cloths thoroughly.

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A Successful
Metal Painting Job
Latex
paint is water-thinned. Latex is the name of the resin used in
the paint.
Application
Following are some general guidelines for painting metals. With latex paints, clean your
Your Record
To determine how much paint
you will need, measure the total
area and divide by 400. (One
Depends On Acrylic
paint is a superior form of latex paint. It generally lasts
Before starting an actual job, of course, READ THE
DIRECTIONS on the can label.
Primers should be applied immediately after the metal sur-
equipment with soap and water and
let dry. With alkyds and oils, clean
with thinner, then soap and water.
gallon of paint will cover
approximately 400 square feet
longer on a non-wear surface than alkyd or oil, retains color face has been properly prepared to prevent oxidation. Allow Wrap brushes in paper to maintain of smooth siding. Rough cut
and gloss better and is easiest to work with. It goes on easily, plenty of time for primers and finish coats to dry before their shape. siding requires about twice as
cleans up with water, dries fast (which means less time for applying the next one. See the directions on the paint cans Seal the remaining paint carefully; much paint.)

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bugs, dust and dirt to settle in) and has little odor. for specific times. a sheet of plastic wrap laid across
the top of the can before replacing
Alkyd and Oil Hot or Cold Weather? the lid helps seal the can. Area
below the
perimeter x height
(A+B+A+B) x C
paints are solvent-thinned. Both turpentine and paint thinner Alkyd and oil paints should not be applied when the temper- roofline
ature is below 40˚F; acrylic below 50˚F. Do not paint with
are used as solvents. Alkyd and oil provide a harder wearing
either type of paint when the temperature is over 95˚F or the Keep the Painting
How you The product How you surface and can be applied when the temperature is too low
relative humidity is over 85%. Shield Clean height of peak x 1/2 length of base
prepare the you use apply it or too high for acrylic. Gables D x 1/2 A
Avoid painting in the hot summer sun. Paint on the shady A metal, plastic, or even cardboard
metal for side. shield is very helpful in keeping a
painting The Extra Step in Painting Metal Stir! clean, neat edge, but you must wipe
All three of these steps are important in any painting job, but Where wood and other surfaces generally require only Stir the paint thoroughly even though it was mixed in the
it clean each time you move it or you
will “track” paint with it.
RECORD
when you are painting metal, proper surface preparation is primers and finish coats, metal surfaces usually require an “shaker” at the store.
critically important. additional, preliminary step. This is the application of a Porter Paints Color Amount
The metals covered in this brochure are steel, iron, pre-paint product that removes and/or deactivates rust and Brush, Roller, or Spray? Aluminum Siding Paint No.
aluminum, and galvanized metals. This includes porch and also creates an etched surface for good paint adhesion. Begin at the top and work down.
This pre-paint product is mild acid and should be used Choose the method you find most efficient. For railings, Paint the underside of the siding first,
stair railings, ornamental iron, gutters, furniture, toys, furniture, and gutters, a brush is recommended. Siding
aluminum siding storm windows, and doors. For special according to the label directions only. then the surface.
You may use either natural bristle or synthetic bristle Your strokes should parallel the
painting situations, such as metal ceilings and roofs, consult brushes with alkyd and oil paints, but only synthetic bristle Gutters
your Porter Paint store or dealer. siding. (Horizontal siding, work with
Is a Pre-paint Product Always brushes with acrylic. (The water in acrylic takes the oils out
of natural bristles and they become unmanageable.)
horizontal strokes, vertical siding
Following is some basic information for Necessary? with vertical strokes.) Furniture
Finish a complete side, or at least
those unfamiliar with the special problems of
painting metal. It is highly recommended, for both new and old metals, if you Using a Brush to a door or window, before stopping
want to achieve the best results. Dip the brush about halfway into the paint. Withdraw it and for the day.
tap it lightly against the inside of the pot to remove the sur-
Rusting plus paint from both sides of the brush. Keep the brush well
Gutters
is the tendency of a metal to return to its natural state as an Is a Primer Always Necessary? filled, but not overloaded. Always use the flat side, never the
Ideally, when you see a spot on a
ore. It is largely due to electrolytic reactions that take place in Absolutely! A primer is essential in painting bare metal. edge of the brush. This will give a better appearance to the
paint job and the brush will last longer. metal surface where the paint film
the presence of moisture and air. Before painting, rust must There are different types of primers, each designed toprevent has been broken, you should prime
be removed from the metal surface or made chemically or rust and provide a proper surface for the finish coat. In some
physical inert. Rust that is not removed or made inert before cases, a certain type of primer requires a certain type of top- Use a Paint Pot and paint that spot. This is especially
true of gutters. They may look
painting remains active, expands and ruptures the paint film coat. Unlike primers for wood surfaces, metal primers are It’s easier to paint out of a pot than a paint can. The can
stays clean for resealing. And if you’re on a ladder, you have “spotty” until the time comes to do a
from beneath. And, of course, eats away at the metal itself. not tinted. complete job on them, but they will
a free hand for holding on.
last a lot longer.
Galvanized Metal How Many Finish Coats? Maintain a “wet” The top lip of the gutter should be
is steel that has had a coating of metallic zinc applied by an painted so it will not rust and cause
electrostatic process. Galvanized metal is coated with a thin For maximum protection of a wear surface, two finish coats Edge rust streaks. Painting the inside of the
film of oil, which must be removed before painting. should be used. If there is little wear, one finish coat may be as you paint, to eliminate lap marks. gutter will add years to its life.
sufficient. Always brush INTO the wet edge, not
Types of Paint away from it. When you stop painting, Wrought Iron
always stop at a corner or edge. Use a long nap roller cover and roll
There are basically two types of paint today: 1) latex (acrylic) slowly and carefully.
and 2) alkyd and oil. There are advantages to each, but your Clean-up!
choice of acrylic, alkyd or oil will depend largely on whether Clean your brushes and equipment
the metal is interior or exterior and whether the surface is immediately and store properly. It PORTER PAINTS
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