Hello,
I want to repaint a few aluminum panels from the 60s. The panels still
have their original paint on them, but they are all scratched. They
are about 2 x 1 foot each. I have a can of new lacquer of the color I
want.
How do I prepare the surface properly, considering that the old paint
was probably applied professionaly with all sorts of wacky chemicals
that are no longer available?
I want to keep whatever base is under there so I don't expose the
aluminum, and just get that surface ready for the new paint.
Also, the look is important, they are very smooth and the the paint
looks very flat, no lumps or bumps.
The new paint is Sherwin-Williams Omni Pak lacquer. I've checked the
site for info. Can't find much, they seem to concentrate on house
paint...
I just don't know where to start. Sandpaper clogs, machine tools are
too aggressive, steel wool, rotary brushes, materials, etc .... it's
tough.