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In this video, paint expert Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner repaint her railings. With the original paint job affected by poor preparation, the two carefully prepare the railings for primer and paint.
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Galvanized steel can be a tricky substance to paint. Without proper prep work, the paint will inevitably flake and peel. When a homeowner’s galvanized metal railings were flaking heavily, paint expert Mauro Henrique knew it was caused by a lack of prep. Together, Mauro and the homeowner chip off the existing paint, clean the railings, and prime them before painting for a perfect finish.
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Prep
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Pre-taped painter’s plastic sheeting [https://homedepot.sjv.io/N94znP]
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Remove Old Paint
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If the paint hadn’t come up easily, Mauro would have used a power sander with a high grit (220 to 320). But that increases the chance of taking off the zinc coating from the galvanized steel, so sanding should be avoided if possible.
Remove Residue
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Prime and Paint
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