Metal

Choose brushes and roller covers for wall paint, enamels, primers, and stains using my field selections. Includes shared nap tables for drywall, cedar, stucco, and smooth finishes, plus frame choices, mini rollers, water-based cleanup, storage, and replacement checks.

Preparing and Repainting Rusted Steel and Iron

Rust treatment begins with the condition of the metal, not the choice of paint. Establish that the component can remain in service, remove failed material, and build a compatible coating system on a properly prepared surface. Inspection at each stage prevents roughness, missed areas, and poor coverage from carrying through to the finished work.

Preparing and Painting Exterior Aluminum

A smooth aluminum finish begins with removing corrosion products, preparing the remaining coating, and choosing a compatible primer and finish. This entry records my workflow for exterior aluminum and keeps it distinct from the rust-conversion methods used on steel and iron.