Oil Painting On Metal Sheet

Texturize the surface of the sheet metal.

Oil painting on metal sheet.

It can be decorative painting on household objects or artistic endeavors on found objects from a junkyard or garage. For best practice to prepare an aluminum sheet for painting three steps are required that will provide the most assurance that both the paint will remain attached and the metal will be less prone to continue to form disturbing oxidative products on the painting. Using high grit sandpaper or steel wool rub the surface of the sheet metal. Apply a wire brush and scraper combo to the metal first to remove all loose paint and rust or to scuff up the surface of aluminum or galvanized metal.

Painting on metal can take many paths. This will allow the paint to adhere to the metal. After removing loose paint first apply an orbital sander using 60 grit sandpaper working up to 100 grit sandpaper for a smooth finish. Oil based paints are the most durable.

Analyze the surface of the sheet metal. If the sheet metal is smooth to the touch you will need to texturize it before painting. The acid in the vinegar will act to etch the metal and help the paint adhere. Opt for oil based paint if painting outdoor metal surfaces such as fences patio furniture or backyard grills as well as heavily used indoor items like.

Clean new galvanized metal surfaces with a water based cleaner degreaser to remove any oil or and contaminants. An artist is always in search of new and inspiring methods and mediums and painting on metal may be the start of a new journey.