How Do I Paint Interior Aluminium?Updated 2 years ago

Aluminium is tricky to paint due to adhesion, but if correct preparation is undertaken, a solid and durable paint film can be achieved.

Wash down with Tikkurila roof cleaning agent, ensure all areas of white rust (oxidation) are removed, along with grease and contamination. To remove white oxidation, a fine grade non-metallic sandpaper can be used.

All surfaces must be dry. The temperature of the ambient air, surface, or paint should not fall below +5ºC during application or drying.

If previously painted, remove any loose and flaking coatings and feather off any edges.

To prime, use 1 coat of either Rostex Super Akva Metal Primer, Otex Akva or Temaprime EE.

For the topcoat, use 2 coats of Everal Aqua, Helmi, Akvitop DS25 or Luja.

If you require more advice on painting aluminium, give our technical team a call on 0131 334 4999 or send them a message here.