Painting Air Vents
#1
12-29-09, 09:30 AM
Painting Air Vents
I'm going to paint all of my metal air vents at my house. Any recommendations? I don't want them to end up looking streaky, but I would rather them look like they were naturally white.
#2
12-29-09, 09:39 AM
Super Moderator
Clean them well to get rid of any dirt or grease...then use a spray paint in whatever color you like. I like Krylon.....Rustoleum seems to take forever to dry and harden. You'll need to try to remove any rust that may be on them..then use a rust prevention primer before painting.
#7
12-31-09, 07:56 AM
I cleaned, sanded, primed and painted mine. I used rustoleum primer in a can and rustoleum almond color paint to match the outlet and switch covers. Then I used a coat of satin clear to protect it (also rustoleum). The color and sheen was a near perfect match to the outlet/switch covers and it has held up very well so far...
#8
12-31-09, 01:17 PM
Group Moderator
Regency, IMO, the best paint to use is appliance epoxy. It's sold with the rest of the spray paint. Costs twice as much as spray paint but it's the best stuff EVER. But be sure you follow the directions about recoat times.
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