Paint a metal chimney flue.
Estimate to paint a chimney sheet metal.
Do not use alkyd based paints or oil based primer.
Stainless steel will not but copper can tarnish.
This paint is self priming so there is no need for you to prime first.
He s also asked about wrapping the chimney in sheet metal with a metal cap and has indicated a preference for it.
The first is galvanization on regular steel is a coating.
Waterproofing a block chimney.
How to paint galvanized chimneys.
Wire brush to remove dirt and other contaminants.
Clean with mildew retardant solution if necessary.
Some metal such as galvanized steel can rust over time.
This makes it difficult for paint to adhere and a person must treat the metal before painting to remove some of the zinc properties.
Thanks for the suggestions.
High heat paints that are rated for less than 250 degrees f have primers available based on the temperature rating of the metal that you are painting.
It is best to use a paint rated for a minimum of 250 degrees f for a metal chimney.
How should she tackle this painting project.
You should always consider the kind of metal that the chimney cap is made out of.
If your home has narrow lap siding add another 10 percent to your estimate.
If you don t have a roller you may use a paint brush though it will take longer to cover the chimney.
Paint the exterior surface of the chimney with a quality latex exterior paint.
They get very hot to the touch.
Polly a condo manager wants to paint all the metal chimey flues at her complex.
Paints that are made for galvanized surfaces will require less prep work and will adhere better than other kinds of paint.
For textured materials such as shingles or shakes add 20 percent.
Apply the paint with a thick paint roller.
Many homeowners only consider painting a chimney cap if it is made out of galvanized steel as a way to protect it against rust.
Some people use acrylic latex paint which is not designed specifically for galvanized metal so you will want to prime the surface before painting.
I ve read that galvanized steel is zinc treated to resist rusting.
Galvanized chimneys have two special properties that must be taken into consideration before painting.
I will use some of them in my estimate to my client.
Masonry and stucco both porous surfaces that soak up lots of paint can take up to 50 percent more.
It will be 24 gauge steel with cross breaks to the chimney opening to shed water.
If you buy premixed paint you can always get more and most stores will let you return unopened cans.
