Best paints for metal surfaces

What is the best type of paint to use on metal surfaces?

Asked by Carol on 7th Nov 2022
Expert Trade Answers
"Oil based paint, if its outside then use a exterior gloss, but if it's inside then use an interior gloss."
Answered on 7th Nov 2022 - Member since Mar 2021 - report
"Metal hammerite paint depends how rough the surface is just google how to prepare how to paint metal surfaces the internet is a wealth of knowledge"
Answered on 7th Nov 2022 - Member since Apr 2020 - report
"Best paint I've use out side I'd hammerite
Or for in side Dulux oil based paint that sayscits for wood or metal"
Answered on 7th Nov 2022 - Member since May 2017 - report
"Most paint manufacturers now do same paint for wood and metal surfaces .
You can get oil or waterbased paint.any DIY or decorating shop should be able to stear you in the right direction"
Answered on 7th Nov 2022 - Member since Dec 2018 - report
"If you don't want to use undercoat. Hammerite paint will be the best. Depending on the tipe of metal"
Answered on 7th Nov 2022 - Member since Jun 2019 - report
"You can get a metal primer from dulux that works well enough, but personally I use zinnser(red can) as it does not scratch off the metal and makes the surface ready for a top coat of gloss or satinwood etc. Satinwood is used for radiators alot so it's a good finish for metal surfaces.

Thanks"
Answered on 8th Nov 2022 - Member since Apr 2022 - report
"Hi.
You need oil based paints, multi surface paint or metal anti-rust paint."
Answered on 7th Nov 2022 - Member since Nov 2022 - report
"Zinsser All coat exterior is a good paint for metal surfaces. If the metal is ferrous and has started to rust then Hammerite is a good product as is Granville direct to rust paint."
Answered on 7th Nov 2022 - Member since Oct 2022 - report
"Opt for oil-based paint if painting outdoor metal surfaces such as fences, patio furniture, or backyard grills, as well as heavily used indoor items like kitchen cabinets and window frames"
Answered on 7th Nov 2022 - Member since Oct 2022 - report
"Best paint for metal surfaces would be hammer rite paint"
Answered on 8th Nov 2022 - Member since Sep 2018 - report
"If the metal is already been painted and no rust you can apply most paints ,
Metal railings you best using a well branded metal
Paint ,"
Answered on 7th Nov 2022 - Member since Oct 2022 - report
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