How do I fix discoloration on a metal plaque?

Dora
by Dora

I bought this Amazing Grace metal wall plaque at Bed Bath and Beyond and not sure how these discolorations happened. I tried a Sharpie but that didn't work. Would scraping the paint off the whole plaque work? I know the result would be a different color plaque but maybe without the discolorations?

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  • Cynthia H Cynthia H on Nov 20, 2019
    I could be wrong, since it is often hard to tell from a photo, but, it looks like a painted finish that peeled or scratched on your plaque. I wouldn't scrape off the paint, but repaint it with a spray paint that can be used on metal after a good cleaning. If the finish came off due to moisture or scratching, or even cleaning, I would seal it with a clear spray sealer, front and back. I lean towards Rustoleum sprays, just because I like them and the results I get. If there is any part of it you don't want to get the paint on, you could protect that part with painter's tape. The trick with spray paint is using a light hand, using a slow sweeping motion and not expecting the first coat to cover the metal. If you have any rough spots or uneven areas, before painting, lightly sand those areas. Good luck!
  • Cynthia H Cynthia H on Nov 20, 2019
    Hi Dora! I just answered your question in a previous post. If you didn't see it, go to your icon/picture on the upper right corner of this page, or click on your name here on the question, and it will take you to everything you've asked.
  • Robyn Garner Robyn Garner on Nov 21, 2019

    I would use some nail polish to fix the marks.

  • Dee Dee on Nov 21, 2019

    You can put petroleum jelly on the raised part of the sign. Then use Rustoleum spray paint. It will not stick to the petroleum jelly/aka vaseline. When the paint dries, rub off the vaseline.

  • Vimarhonor Vimarhonor on Dec 02, 2019

    Hello. I would suggest some of the magic marker wood stain pens to camouflage the defect. It looks like the finish was removed. Some hardware stores and places like Walmart have a three color wood stainpan repair sets—you might be able to blend to disguise the defect