I’ve seen it done on TV, but don’t remember the instructions.
I want to paint a light fixture, presently brushed silver toned metal, to match the antique bronze that is in the rest of the kitchen.
Any ideas?
Preparation is key to painting metal. Assuming there’s no rust and depending on how rough the brushed finish is already, you’ll need to texture the surface with a fine sandpaper. Then clean thoroughly with soap and water and leave it to dry. Next, it’s best to apply a base-coat of metal primer, nothing special and any hardware store should have something appropriate. Again lightly sand this when dry, and then finish by applying several coats of a bronze effect metallic paint. Multiple light coats are better than trying to apply one thick one. There are a range of bronze shades available online and elsewhere (try hobby/modelling shop), so you should be able to get an approximate match. The choice of brush finish or spray can is up to you, though if it’s a complicated light fitting spraying is probably easier and would give you a more even finish. Obviously follow any additional instructions on the side of the tin/can.
Perfect! Just the info I needed.
Thanks Capt!
There are mix-ins you can buy and mix in yourself with the paint, that can help the paint hold and last longer on metal surfaces. I have a residential lease unit with a tin roof that we painted red a few years back, and it worked out pretty well, although I have to admit I didn’t do the work myself, a contractor did it.
Unfortunately I can’t remember a specific brand that makes them, but it’s worth asking the people at paint dept. at home depot or wherever about.
Best of luck,
Brian