Hi there! We at Hometown Painting LLC recently finished a project that we’re really excited to share. It’s about painting metal siding on a metal shop building in the Oklahoma City Metro. Whether you have metal siding on your commercial building, shop, shed, or storage unit, there are options to update the look of our building’s exterior.
With that said, painting metal siding may not be as straightforward as you think.
The Challenge of Painting Metal Siding
Painting metal siding often comes with its own set of unique challenges. One of the main issues is that most traditional paints don’t adhere well to the original finish on metal siding. This could result in a paint job that peels, flakes, or simply doesn’t last very long.
An even trickier issue is the chalky residue that tends to build up on the surface of the siding over time. This is usually due to prolonged sun exposure. The residue, apart from being unsightly, also makes it difficult for paint to adhere properly to the siding. Just like you wouldn’t want to paint over a dusty or dirty wall in your home, you wouldn’t want to paint over a layer of chalky residue on your metal siding either.
So, how do we combat these challenges? The first step is to thoroughly clean the siding. This is not just your standard hose-down; it needs a good scrub to remove any chalky residue and other stubborn particles that might be clinging on. The goal is to get down to the original finish of the metal siding, so the new paint has a clean and stable surface to stick to.
The second step is to choose the right product – one that’s specifically designed to work well with metal siding. That’s where BondPlex comes in. But more on that later. The key takeaway here is that painting metal siding is a task that needs careful planning and execution, and we at Hometown Painting LLC are all about attention to detail.
Bondplex: A Game Changer for Painting Metal Siding
Enter BondPlex. This product from Sherwin Williams is a revelation for painting metal siding. It’s designed to stick well to the original finish, ensuring that the paint job lasts and keeps its vibrant look for a long time. It comes in two finishes, low gloss, and high gloss.
One of its best properties is that it acts as a paint and primer in one. It is designed both to stick to the original metal finish and to act as it’s own topcoat. This eliminated the need to use another product after the primer.
The Painting Process
When it came to applying BondPlex on the shop building, we started with a clean slate. That meant making sure the metal siding was free of dirt, grease, and loose paint. We used a commercial cleaning agent, a scrub brush and a power washer. This process was sufficient to remove the chalky residue that can interfere with the paint.
Once the building was clean and dry, we were able to mask off the doors, windows and all the surrounding areas to protect them from paint. We then applied two thick coats of paint to the building. Our customer chose to use a two-tone color scheme that matched the house we just finished painting.
Our client couldn’t have been happier. The once plain metal building was now looking great and perfectly matched her home.
Conclusion
Painting metal siding doesn’t have to be a headache. With the right products and the team at Hometown Painting, it is possible to have a great-looking shop, shed, or other metal structure. We’re not just about changing colors, we’re about transforming spaces, and we look forward to doing that for your property.
If you would like help with painting your metal building feel free to request a free estimate.
Good afternoon,
I am seeking to paint a Corrugated Metal Warehouse and stain a wood privacy fence on the same property.
Location is 8516 W Reno OKC.
Scope:
– Remove tarry substance over personnel door.
– Sand where appropriate.
– Power wash.
– Paint front face of building to match the rest of exterior. 2 coats.
Wood fence on NorthWest side of building:
– Power wash
– Stain to match the Yard Gate.
ph: 405-879-1171
Rachel, yes—this is a project a painting contractor can handle, and your scope is a good start. For the corrugated metal warehouse, the key is proper cleaning and prep before paint. We’d first remove the tar-like material over the personnel door using a safe solvent and scraping, then rinse well. After power washing and drying, we’d sand any loose paint or rusted spots and spot-prime as needed so the two finish coats bond and match better.
For the wood privacy fence, washing is step one, then letting the wood dry before staining. Matching the Yard Gate usually works best by testing a small area first, since old and new wood can take stain differently.
Next step: please use Hometown Painting’s contact/estimate request on hometownpaintingokc.com so we can set a site visit at 8516 W Reno and confirm surface condition, exact colors, and product choices. You can also share photos there to speed things up.