Quick Tip #12 - How to repaint rusty metal objects

In this quick tip, I show the basic steps for repainting most rusty metal objects. From old mailboxes to metal cans to outdoor furniture. The process is the same. Here are the best tips for a successful repainting project.

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[butterpecan]

This is the way every YouTube instructional video should be. Great job. Thanks

[michellelucas]

That's a lot of love for an old tampax disposal can !!!

[nkay]

Perfect. Right into the point. Enough talking and very clear. Thank you 🙏🏻

[MK-ihwp]

I learned more in these 4 minutes than I have during the last 4 months. Thank you!

[kimshatteen]

Thank you for this wonderful tutorial on how to prep and paint metal. I used this video to restore my late father's 1977 metal backyard shed.

1. I used Rustoleum Rust Di-solver on the metal and let it sit for 30 minutes.
2. I used 000 steel wool on the metal.
3. I used my husband's power sander to make light work. I first used 120 grade sandpaper and then finished with 220 grade sandpaper.
4. I treated the metal all over with Klean Strip that I picked up from Home Depot for $17.97 per gallon. I used it full strength on the roof, I dissolved one part Klean Strip to 3 parts water on the rest of the shed. Both were put in spray bottles. I then rinsed off the shed with water.
5. There were some holes in the shed, so I used Flex Seal products (tape, paste and spray) to cover up the holes rust and weather did over the years.
6. I then put on two coats of Kilz 3 primer.
7. Finally, I used Sherwin-Williams Weathershield Satin Tintable Latex Exterior Paint + Primer from Lowes. It was $58 per gallon.

I am so glad I found this video. I am nowhere near a painter and this helped me bring life to an old shed on my mom's property. She is so thankful. Only thing left is to find some screws that are missing, but that is no biggy. Good luck.

[JanetJohnson-vu]

I'm 71 and a widow. I have a butane tank that needs cleaning and painting. I need to remove small areas of rust first. I could pay someone with all the equipment but thought about trying myself. I may have to watch your tutorial a few more times.

[IVIuggle]

I'm painting some metal hardware on old table legs, this was very concise and helpful!

[kdtxo]

The US Navy likes a Zinc Chromate primer coat and an oil based topcoat. That combo seems to hold off the rust pretty well in a saltwater environment. I personally have had good luck with the Phosphoric Acid primer paints.

[Scottyhutch]

Haha love how you sound like you're just having a chat with us. Love it

[chefclementine]

This was one of the best videos I've seen for rust too. Thank you!

[sharonbrennan]

I agree clear instructions and straight to the point, I have a bench to restore I am going to use this video 👍

[judymontanez]

you are really a great instructor, clear, concise, details and you show all of the products. The best how to video, thanks

[gigibluestockings]

This is right on time! I found a rushed rolling library step stool at an estate store. I'm restoring it myself.👍🏼

[darlar.]

Love this step by step instructional video. I have an old porch glider that belonged to my grandfather I would like to refinish.

[PercussusResurgo]

Awesome advice. I learned my mistake with not doing the right prep on my bathroom the walls. Tripled my work but learned from it. Will not make the same mistake restoring the metal medicine cabinet thanks to your sensible tips.

[nywvblue]

Sanding and rust neutralizer to the rescue! Thank you, friend — I know what to do now!

[tonymanero]

Ospho and other rust converters (not inhibiter) are fairly expensive. I use it on any metal that has rust, like steel based fencing, etc. I believe the general recommendation is to apply the rust converter for like 24 hours or at least overnight so the chemical can soak in. For this, apply paper towels (or cut strips for small or angular places) soaked with the rust converter.

For de-mineralizing my shower faucet controls, I also use paper towel strips, soaked in vinegar, and wrap them around areas with mineral deposits. Overnight or for a few hours. Or use CLR. The minerals deposit will dissolve.

With metal rust, Ospho will convert the rust to a paintable oxide of some sort.

[norain]

good job i use a air orbital sander which feathers out paint chips .i also use rust converters but I checked out oshpo 605 which im going to give a try.thanks for not wasting our time learning families names and a 5 min flute recital from 1 of your kids. I love doing small jobs around the house and paint the odd car plus vehicle maintenance . always looking for the perfect rust converter and rust protection for vehicle rockers and trouble rust spots on different models.

[FknNefFy]

Your are correct about the timing for spray paint. Right after “Flashtime” aka once it’s not wet looking is the best time to apply additional coats as it’s sticking to its self in the same form.... then after two hours the bond isn’t very good.... so you gotta wait til it’s fully dry (in essence starting at step one)

Thanks for the advice on rust!

[brucecggallagher]

Agreed...well done...succinct. Cheers from British Columbia.