Painting metal: the importance of preparation

Painting metal is not something to be taken lightly. If you apply a finishing paint directly onto a rusty or dirty surface, it's almost certain that your work will need to be redone in a few months.

⚠️ The golden rule: 80 % of preparation

The longevity of a metallic surface treatment depends on 80 % of the preparation.

It is essential to remove all impurities: rust (obviously!), scale (that hard layer that forms on steel), grease, dust… as well as old, poorly adhering paints.

🛡️ A healthy foundation for lasting protection

Only on clean and sound metal can the protective coating (paint or other) fully play its role as an anti-corrosion barrier.

Take the time to properly prepare your surfaces… or call on ZH Paint to benefit from expert advice and professional, sustainable and uncompromising work.