Paint Outside Metal Awning

See how i totally transformed the metal awning over our back porch with a few cans of spray paint.

Paint outside metal awning.

The primer should be a metal priming paint that is thinned down and oil based. Place a primer on the aluminum awning. Place the tray on the shelf paints a solid ladder climb the ladder and paint roller dipped in paint aluminum porch awnings. The awning is a high gloss white awning painted with an airless paint sprayer.

Spend a thin even coat of paint on the vinyl canopy. Spray an even coat of the primer onto the awnings. We used a bonding primer and dtm to spray the awning to make it look just like new. If you re going with this approach it may take a couple layers of paint and we recommend a clear code above the fabric to seal the surface.

Slide a paint scraper across the surface of the awning until it is free of all loose paint and stubborn debris. Preparation pressure wash to remove dirt grime chalk and other contaminants. You will need to wait until it dries completely before applying your paint. Let vinyl awning to air dry before painting.

If you want to paint your awning darker this is the easiest option. Obtain an oil based metal primer for application to the awnings. Scuff sand if coating is high gloss and wipe off sanding residue. Remove any remaining small paint chips from the awning with a wire brush.

Clean with mildew retardant solution if necessary. This usually takes at least 24 hours. Hold your spray can paint about 10 to 14 inches from the awning. Fill the tank with a tray of paint exterior latex paint.

Colors like black crimson or steel blue are fantastic for refreshing the look of a dated awning fabric. How to paint metal. Step 7 paint the awning with acrylic latex exterior house paint within 48 hours of applying the primer. It helps to ensure proper attachment of paint when you apply it later.

Step 6 spray paint. Apply it to the awning with a paint roller. To prep metal for paint adhesion you must first clean it with soap and water remove light rust with a wire brush sand it with fine grain sandpaper and then in most cases prime. Sand to remove and loose paint and feather edges.

It can be a bit tricky to paint your awning a lighter color. You can normally go with a darker color to cover up faded fabric. I m beyond excited to share this post with you today. Remove stubborn stains with a damp brush and a splash of detergent.

To avoid this spray the sheet vinyl with a garden hose.