I agree. I used it for my white wrought iron bed which is not black. Takes several coats and spray lightly with several coats to prevent running off the slick metal surface.
Take some scratch pad for dishes, and scrub the metal fairly well. Then get some black Rust-oleum in a spray can and spray it on. It dries fairly quickly, so you can re-coat it in a short time.
I agree with Destpete4. I've got a wrought iron and copper bed which I've painted a couple of times, depending on the decor. I had to sand it down and give a coat of rust converter first, primer and the my final outer coat. Rustoleum is a good product and has such lovely colors available now. I would even try Chalk paint which is also a good product especially if you are trying for an antique look. With the Chalk paint I'd suggest a good sealer as the final layer. This isn't a quick solution but the end product is so worth it. Have fun and post the finished product. Would love to see it
I've painted several metal beds - here is what I do: lightly sand first with steel wool or fine grade sand paper (sand out any rust areas); use a spray paint primer (I like Rust-Oleum); let dry 24 hours then use your spray paint for metal (again I use Rust-Oleum) and do a light coat; let dry thoroughly; lightly sand with steel wool; add another light coat; do the same; until it is exactly what you want. Post photos for us to see!
Check on their cans and it tells you you do not need a primer coat, as it has the etching primer in the paint.
//Rust-Oleum® Universal® is a paint and primer in one that provides superior coverage and durability over any surface – it also features a patented comfort trigger that eliminates finger fatigue and sprays from any angle.
Yes, yes and yes....you are getting all kinds of good advice! And you live in a place where you can work on this in the winter, too. I have to echo what Russell said and make sure you get the comfort trigger-it makes a BIG difference!
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If needed to get out bubbles or drips. Light spray paint coats are best.