Paint Outside Aluminum Awning

Spend a thin even coat of paint on the vinyl canopy.

Paint outside aluminum awning.

It can be a bit tricky to paint your awning a lighter color. Place the tray on the shelf paints a solid ladder climb the ladder and paint roller dipped in paint aluminum porch awnings. If you re going with this approach it may take a couple layers of paint and we recommend a clear code above the fabric to seal the surface. Rinse off the awning with a hose.

Wipe off any dirt or debris with a wet sponge or cloth. Prepare a solution of 1 part bleach to 3. Clean awning we have a detailed guide above that lists the entire process step by step. Hold your spray can paint about 10 to 14 inches from the awning.

How to paint metal. Let the paint dry for the stipulated time before you apply another coat. To prep metal for paint adhesion you must first clean it with soap and water remove light rust with a wire brush sand it with fine grain sandpaper and then in most cases prime. Prepare a solution of water and powered detergent.

Apply an oil based primer many people get a latex primer because it dries faster. Colors like black crimson or steel blue are fantastic for refreshing the look of a dated awning fabric. Fill the tank with a tray of paint exterior latex paint. The acrylic paint helps to preserve the shiny look of your aluminum awnings.

Scrub the awning with a scrub brush. Apply topcoat of 100 acrylic paint a nice topcoat of. The awning is a high gloss white awning painted with an airless paint sprayer. Pint undulations or free hand movement with a broad brush.

How to paint an aluminum awning step 1. Spray the awning with a thin coat of paint in long even strokes.