How to Paint a Rusty Metal Shed
Spray your shed with a hose., Wash the surface with a mixture of water and strong detergent., Apply paint thinner on a rag to flash rust., Sand the area around any holes with 80 to 120 grit sandpaper., Fill holes with auto body filler., Remove the...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Spray your shed with a hose.
Use a strong spray attachment to remove leaves, dirt and other debris.
It is important to clean it to see which areas of the shed have rust. -
Step 2: Wash the surface with a mixture of water and strong detergent.
Dirt will hold in moisture and increase rust, so take time when washing your shed.
Use a sponge with a soft and abrasive side and then rinse well. , This type of rust appears quickly after the metal surface is wet.
It will damage the metal if not treated immediately. , Wash it and apply some paint thinner with a rag to remove any flash rust spots. , Use a putty knife to apply the auto body filler and swipe it until it is almost even with the shed's metal surface.
Allow it to dry completely. , There are a number of methods that can be used.
Choose depending upon available materials and the quantity of rust.
Buy a wire brush attachment for your power drill, if you have rust patches, instead of rust all over the shed.
Employ a belt sander and orbital sander to remove rust on many surfaces and corners.
Use fine grit sandpaper so that you do not damage the integrity of weakened surfaces.
Most people who are repainting metal sheds will need to do some sanding.
Although you can sand by hand, it will save time by using power tools.
Rent a hand held sandblaster for big jobs.
This device uses compressed air to blow fine sand over the surface of the shed.
It has the same effect of sanding, but is very efficient.
Make sure to lay drop cloths over plants and objects.
Sandblasting is extremely effective for metal scroll work and smaller, hard to reach surfaces, as well as long flat surfaces.
Use a combination of any of the above methods according to what is the most effective.
Remember that areas with auto body filler will also need to be sanded to ensure the paint will stick to the surface. , This will remove sand and dirt particles that have accumulated.
Allow it to dry completely before starting to paint.
If it is a manageable size, dry it with some rags to decrease the likelihood of flash rust. -
Step 3: Apply paint thinner on a rag to flash rust.
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Step 4: Sand the area around any holes with 80 to 120 grit sandpaper.
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Step 5: Fill holes with auto body filler.
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Step 6: Remove the rust on the shed.
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Step 7: Wash the surface of your shed with detergent and water again.
Detailed Guide
Use a strong spray attachment to remove leaves, dirt and other debris.
It is important to clean it to see which areas of the shed have rust.
Dirt will hold in moisture and increase rust, so take time when washing your shed.
Use a sponge with a soft and abrasive side and then rinse well. , This type of rust appears quickly after the metal surface is wet.
It will damage the metal if not treated immediately. , Wash it and apply some paint thinner with a rag to remove any flash rust spots. , Use a putty knife to apply the auto body filler and swipe it until it is almost even with the shed's metal surface.
Allow it to dry completely. , There are a number of methods that can be used.
Choose depending upon available materials and the quantity of rust.
Buy a wire brush attachment for your power drill, if you have rust patches, instead of rust all over the shed.
Employ a belt sander and orbital sander to remove rust on many surfaces and corners.
Use fine grit sandpaper so that you do not damage the integrity of weakened surfaces.
Most people who are repainting metal sheds will need to do some sanding.
Although you can sand by hand, it will save time by using power tools.
Rent a hand held sandblaster for big jobs.
This device uses compressed air to blow fine sand over the surface of the shed.
It has the same effect of sanding, but is very efficient.
Make sure to lay drop cloths over plants and objects.
Sandblasting is extremely effective for metal scroll work and smaller, hard to reach surfaces, as well as long flat surfaces.
Use a combination of any of the above methods according to what is the most effective.
Remember that areas with auto body filler will also need to be sanded to ensure the paint will stick to the surface. , This will remove sand and dirt particles that have accumulated.
Allow it to dry completely before starting to paint.
If it is a manageable size, dry it with some rags to decrease the likelihood of flash rust.
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