How to paint aluminum?
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I have a vintage aluminum kids ride ... I primed it with etching paint for aluminum. What is a good paint to use now (nothing in a spray can please)! that I can use that will w/stand being outdoors?
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You can use a brush-on oil based paint.
Hello, Choose acrylic or latex paint formulated for use on metal pick a paint labeled “exterior grade”
Valspar make a good paint for this project, fade and weather resistant, non-toxic when dry. Look for Valspar Heavy duty exterior aluminum paint.
Rustoleum makes a paint for this. Check in your local hardware or home improvement store.
Rustoleum
Home Depot
https://www.homedepot.com/s/rustoleum%2520paint?NCNI-5
Menard's
https://www.menards.com/main/search.html?search=rustoleum+paint&sortby=bestMatch&sf_categoryHierarchy=&queryType=allItems&Spec_ProductType_facet=Direct-to-Metal+Paint
Hello,
Rust -oleum or Hammerite
This is a nice article to help you. I am guessing the oil-based would be better. https://www.hunker.com/13412962/how-to-paint-over-anodized-aluminum
I would go with RustOleum.
Hello. I use rustoleum UltraCover on so many of my projects.
I use it indoors and out —-and it comes in quart and pint sizes.
The Painter's Touch general purpose brush on paint offers great coverage. A rich, long-lasting color to help enhance your indoor or outdoor living space. Resists chipping and fading for durability.
Rustoleum sells paint for metal