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Proper preparation is the key to keeping rust from bleeding back through when painting wrought iron railings. Here’s how to go about it. Remove Rust: Use sandpaper, a wire brush, or a wire brush drill attachment to remove all the rust and loose paint. Regardless of which method of rust prevention you choose, proper preparation is the key to success. Approximately 80% of all paint failures is due to improper surface preparation so this step should not be overlooked unless you want to keep doing this over and over. Rust Removal: The surface must be cleaned of all loose and flaking rust and paint.
Outdoor furniture is constantly exposed to the elements and can rust and corrode over time. However, rust is no reason to toss your favorite old pieces - with a little effort the furniture can be given a facelift. When painting metal, preparation is key. Paint does not stick to a rusty, dirty metal surface. Whether the piece has been around just a few seasons or is a decades-old vintage treasure, painting the rusted pieces yourself gives them a new lease on life and saves you a substantial amount of cash on new furniture.