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    Oct 19, 2009, 03:03 PM
    Re-painting an aluminum gate
    What is the best procedure to re-paint an aluminum gate?
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    Oct 19, 2009, 03:44 PM

    If it's a chain link fence then Rustolium Aluminum Paint and a high knapp roller.

    If there are a lot of flat places then spray Aluminum paint.
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    Oct 19, 2009, 04:03 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by KeepItSimpleStupid View Post
    If it's a chain link fence then Rustolium Aluminum Paint and a high knapp roller.

    If there are a lot of flat places then spray Aluminum paint.
    This is a 14' rolling aluminum gate that has been painted before. I have pressure washed it and planned on sanding the chipped spots. I was wondering about what to use as a primer, and top coat. What is the procedure for prep and top coat. Can you recommend products?
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    Oct 19, 2009, 05:10 PM

    Here is the expert stuff related to Aluminum.

    Expert Witness In Painting Aluminum - Paint Failures and Defects; Product Liability Lawsuits

    Your going to have to find a conversion coating to remove the oxide. For minor dings, etc, you can use Bondo sratch and dent filler. It comes in a tube.

    I've done the conversion coating thing for steel. Those chemicals were available at an autobody supply shop.
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