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Get the perfect finish on metalwork like garages and gates with these tips and products from Harris Brushes
If you need to update or maintain metalwork then a lick of paint can be just the thing to give it a new lease of life. But painting metal can be fiddly and laborious. Exterior jobs like painting metal gates tends to involve intricate finials while painting a garage door involves coating a large expanse of metal. With either job you need to have the tools that will give you the perfect kerb-appeal finish. Thanks to Harris brushes, by taking care to prepare surfaces properly, and then using the right task-specific decorating tools, you can be assured of a great finish.
PREPARE FIRST, PAINT LATER
As with any decorating task, it is vital to prepare the metal surface by lightly sanding down before you paint — good preparation is an essential part of getting the perfect result. Most metal surfaces also benefit from an undercoat (primer), especially if applying a bright colour.
It’s also worth preparing the areas close to where you are going to be painting, too, just as you would inside. Shield the area around where you’re working, to protect plants, patios, decking or brick. Firstly, lay tarpaulin on the ground where you’re going to paint. Next, check for loose parts or flaking paint and make good before you pick up a paintbrush.
BUY EXCELLENT-QUALITY PAINTING TOOLS
Spending on the paint, but not the tools, is a simple mistake to make but one that many homeowners get caught out by. Cheap rollers frequently leave streaks while loose brush bristles are infamously irritating when painting. Choose Harris brushes with Harris NO-LOSSTM technology to avoid shedding bristles and ensure quick painting and excellent coverage.
THE RIGHT BRUSH FOR THE JOB
Whether you’re intending to paint ornate metal gates or a large double garage door, you’ll want to ensure you have the right brush for the job. The Harris Seriously Good range of brushes for metalwork includes task-specific brushes for big expanses or for trickier areas. Created for use with all metalwork paints, the Harris Seriously Good Metalwork brushes are available in different sizes to suit different tasks. A 15mm round brush is suitable for small detailed areas where precision is key for a perfect finish, while either a 50mm/2” or 75mm/3” flat brush is ideal for painting large metal areas like garage doors. These brushes can also be used to paint interior metalwork, too, including radiators.