High heat paints that are rated for less than 250 degrees f have primers available based on the temperature rating of the metal that you are painting.
Estimate to paint a chimney sheet metal.
This paint is self priming so there is no need for you to prime first.
Wire brush to remove dirt and other contaminants.
I am no longer soliciting ideas for this project and greatly appreciate the advice i ve been given.
Clean with mildew retardant solution if necessary.
I ve read that galvanized steel is zinc treated to resist rusting.
If your home has narrow lap siding add another 10 percent to your estimate.
How to paint galvanized chimneys.
Thanks for the suggestions.
He s also asked about wrapping the chimney in sheet metal with a metal cap and has indicated a preference for it.
Apply the paint with a thick paint roller.
Which metal to paint.
It is best to use a paint rated for a minimum of 250 degrees f for a metal chimney.
If you don t have a roller you may use a paint brush though it will take longer to cover the chimney.
The first is galvanization on regular steel is a coating.
Paints that are made for galvanized surfaces will require less prep work and will adhere better than other kinds of paint.
They get very hot to the touch.
Many homeowners only consider painting a chimney cap if it is made out of galvanized steel as a way to protect it against rust.
I will use some of them in my estimate to my client.
Galvanized chimneys have two special properties that must be taken into consideration before painting.
Use a small touch up brush to get any hard to reach areas or crevices.
Paint a metal chimney flue.
Do not use alkyd based paints or oil based primer.
Stainless steel will not but copper can tarnish.
Waterproofing a block chimney.
Some people use acrylic latex paint which is not designed specifically for galvanized metal so you will want to prime the surface before painting.
How should she tackle this painting project.
Polly a condo manager wants to paint all the metal chimey flues at her complex.
Some metal such as galvanized steel can rust over time.
Masonry and stucco both porous surfaces that soak up lots of paint can take up to 50 percent more.
This makes it difficult for paint to adhere and a person must treat the metal before painting to remove some of the zinc properties.
If you buy premixed paint you can always get more and most stores will let you return unopened cans.
For textured materials such as shingles or shakes add 20 percent.