SouthernSure^SM Wrought Iron Fence Painting

Painting a wrought iron fence rejuvenates the color and protects the metal. The process for painting a wrought iron fence is as follows:

1. COLOR/SHEEN & PRODUCT SELECTION

The traditional wrought iron fence color is black, but other colors are available.
Wrought iron is typically painted in either semi-gloss or gloss sheen.
Southern Painting prefers acrylic enamels for use on wrought iron, as Alkyd (oil-based) enamels do not hold up as long under exposure to the sun. Newer generations of "combination" oil-based enamels (e.g. Urethane Alkyd) have come on the market and are promising significant improvements over Acrylic or "old style" Alkyds. For customers who prefer a gloss sheen, we have begun using Urethane Alkyds.
The paints used are "direct to metal" products that do not require primer unless needed for rust mitigation (see below).

2. SURFACE PREPARATION

Powerwashing is usually not needed unless there is a heavy accumulation of mud or other debris adhering to the fence.
Surfaces to be painted are wire-brushed to remove loose material, then lightly sanded to remove surface oxidation and to "create a profile" for improved adhesion of the top-coat.

3. RUST MITIGATION

Minor rust is spot-primed using a rust-inhibiting primer.
More severe rust may require pre-treatment with phosphoric acid based "rust converters" and/or a full coat of rust inhibiting primer.

4. PRODUCT APPLICATION

Paint is applied to wrought iron fences via brush, mini-roller, or "paint glove" techniques.

SouthernSureSM Wrought Iron Fence Painting