Before, I was able to get all the wax off.
HELP! Need cleaning and repainting advice
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Lana DiJosie
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As you can see the before pictures there was a lot of wax. I was able to remove it all, but as you can see the candelabra's were painted and the paint is peeling off. What is the best way to clean & prep them to make sure no more peels off so I can repaint them? They're for my daughter's wedding and need to be perfect :)
After wax removal
After wax removal
This is what it originally looked liked when the previous owner painted it before using NON DRIPLESS candles. I plan on using dripless candles
sand really well, then use a metal color Rustoleum spray paint. Good luck with the wedding :)
Lightly sand using steel wool, then spray paint with a metal spray paint (rustoleum makes a good one)
Hi Lana. You can use a wire brush to go over them. This will remove any loose paint. Then I would use a primer made for metal and prime. Then use a spray paint for metal. Good Luck!
Sand WELL! Wouldn't these be beautiful painted WHITE? (Rustoleum flat white)
Do it as a project and then post your pics. I'll bet they will be beautiful!
In the picture. The two items looked like they were tarnished. Not looking like the candle holders that you are going to paint. You could try a cleaner and polish for silver on those.
I love that kind of Rustoleum. I like anything that works well and takes less time. Lol.