I have a new sheet of ruffle sheet metal used as roofing material
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Ed taylor
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How can I age this metal to give it a more rustic and old looking.
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I've used vinegar and steel wool to age galvanized metal. You spray the vinegar on and then rub it down with the wool. May take some elbow grease and many applications with such a large piece. Mine was a small bucket so I was able to let it soak in vinegar between treatments. There are tutorials out there that utilize toilet bowl cleaner as well. I didn't want to mess with that stuff.
Colleen
on Nov 26, 2015
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If that doesn't work you might try getting some Rust Colored flat spray from Lowe's and spray it lightly. Let it get almost dry and wipe a little of it off.
Linda Cabler
on Nov 26, 2015
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Depends if is it galvanized or steel. A photo would help. If it is galvanized Colleen's process will work but spraying using muriatic acid is very fast but you MUST wear protective gear and do it outside. After the vinegar/acid treatment you can use metal darkening solution that can be purchased at a gun shop. If it is steel- heat it very hot with a torch or in a campfire and then pour drain oil over it to add color and then wash with mineral spirits. This must all be done outside. It won't rust significantly if used inside but must be clear coated if used outside, or it will rust.
John Biermacher
on Nov 27, 2015
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http://www.finishing.com/4400-4599/4535.shtml
Joanie
on Nov 27, 2015
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light sanding or a wire brush attachment on a drill may help. if you have a second smaller piece, try a little salt water solution.
Jim
on Nov 28, 2015
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My husband used 7% white vinegar sprayed on the tin before he painted our barn roof. The vinegar takes the "finish" off and it will definitely rust this way.
Alice
on Nov 28, 2015
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do some googling on 'faux aged galvanized metal' - there's a few methods out there (not just vinegar/ascetic acid) that may interest you.
Duv310660
on Dec 03, 2015
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