The railing of the balcony or terrace of the house is subject to wear. How to proceed to paint it in the correct way according to the material. The techniques and materials necessary for the periodic maintenance of iron, zinc and wood railings.
The balcony railings I’m subject at worst conditions all the time passing from the cold and rainy seasons, which take root the material to the warmer one, where the power of the sun’s rays ends up discoloring and graying them, often making them very ugly as soon as they are glimpsed from the road.
Railings can be of different types, or rather as design and shape, but above all to condition the way in which to paint and restore to the original state is determined by the material with which it was built, which will determine how to intervene and which specific products to use.
Paint the iron railing
There most of the balcony railings it is made of iron, material subject to easy wear over time and therefore that it requires adequate and constant maintenance. Let’s see what is needed and how to proceed with the perfect painting.
Read also: Railings for balconies
Necessary material and tools
- nylon cloth
- iron brush
- fine-grained and medium-grained sandpaper
- large basin
- water and vinegar
- sponge
- rags to clean up
- brush
- anti-rust enamel
- outdoor nail polish in the chosen color
Method
- Spread the sheet on the floor for protective purposes, to prevent paint stains from remaining on the surface.
- Mix 2 parts of water and one part of vinegar in the bowl.
- Dip the sponge into the solution and wipe it over the railing.
- Pass the iron brush on the railing to remove dirt and rust.
- Mop to clean and allow to dry.
- Sand the surface with medium-grade sandpaper and remove any additional dirt with a clean cloth.
- Apply a first coat of rust inhibitor with the brush.
- After drying, apply a second coat.
- After further drying, proceed with the actual painting.
- Any lumps of paint can be removed with the finest sandpaper.
- Clean up where you have possibly sanded.
- Pass the second hand to finish the work.
Paint the zinc railing
When you are struggling with a railing made of this material, you start with a slightly advantage as it is zinc is always iron, but to which a anti corrosion treatment, that is a very high temperature zinc bath.
In this way the material is much more resistant to atmospheric agents.
Method
- Remove the entire layer of paint using the primer, a special base paint that allows you to create a layer on which synthetic paints adhere.
- After having applied a couple of primer bases, it is possible to carry out the actual painting with 2/3 coats, to have the best final result.
Paint the wooden railing
You may be interested in: External railings
A classic of the cabins and of chalet mountain, le balcony railings made of wood they are often the work of artisans who are able to make beautiful carvings, draw images and figures that become more than just an embellishment.
Therefore, giving a new look becomes a job to be done with great care and attention, as the natural material, although very resistant, is easily subject to damage. In this case, the work is even longer as it is necessary to do a total stripping work if you want to do something very well done.
To remove the paint entirely, you need to use a grinder and sandpaper.
Method
- Evaluate the condition of the wood: the presence of visible marks and imperfections, it is first necessary to putty to rebuild.
- Wait for the grout to dry completely. The appropriate timing is generally indicated on the packages.
- Sand the treated parts using the sander or, even by hand, with sandpaper.
- Using a synthetic impregnating product, give at least two coats of varnish
- Apply two full coats of transparent synthetic flatting paint, choosing between glossy or opaque depending on the desired effect.
- Or, if you choose a lacquered color, you need to prepare the parts with two coats of base varnish (usually white), then proceed with the painting by applying 3 full coats of synthetic enamel specific for wood.
Do you want design advice on how to furnish? Join the group
When is it better to paint the railing
A question that may arise is when is the best time to do the job. Although it is a grueling and tiring job in some cases, when the railing has pleasant decorations and friezes, the painting should be done with every two years and, above all, in the summer months or just the temperature begins to rise in early spring.
For the wooden railings, the advice is to proceed annually.
Who has to paint the railing in the condominium?
Living in a condominium can present a wide range of problems related to the management of situations that can be more or less complex and that can make us waste time and a lot of patience, especially when we do not try to mediate to get to the solution but we try ways that lead only to grueling quarrels .
There painting of the ringhiera is one of these: who’s next the task of to sustain the cost of this work?
The answer is very simple: painting the balcony railings in the condominium is the responsibility of the owner of the apartment. Any element that is not freely accessible from the common areas is not considered a common good and therefore it is the owner of the premises who has to bear the work and related costs.
The railing of the balcony or terrace of the house is subject to wear. How to proceed to paint it in the correct way according to the material. The techniques and materials necessary for the periodic maintenance of iron, zinc and wood railings.
The balcony railings I’m subject at worst conditions all the time passing from the cold and rainy seasons, which take root the material to the warmer one, where the power of the sun’s rays ends up discoloring and graying them, often making them very ugly as soon as they are glimpsed from the road.
Railings can be of different types, or rather as design and shape, but above all to condition the way in which to paint and restore to the original state is determined by the material with which it was built, which will determine how to intervene and which specific products to use.
Paint the iron railing
There most of the balcony railings it is made of iron, material subject to easy wear over time and therefore that it requires adequate and constant maintenance. Let’s see what is needed and how to proceed with the perfect painting.
Read also: Railings for balconies
Necessary material and tools
- nylon cloth
- iron brush
- fine-grained and medium-grained sandpaper
- large basin
- water and vinegar
- sponge
- rags to clean up
- brush
- anti-rust enamel
- outdoor nail polish in the chosen color
Method
- Spread the sheet on the floor for protective purposes, to prevent paint stains from remaining on the surface.
- Mix 2 parts of water and one part of vinegar in the bowl.
- Dip the sponge into the solution and wipe it over the railing.
- Pass the iron brush on the railing to remove dirt and rust.
- Mop to clean and allow to dry.
- Sand the surface with medium-grade sandpaper and remove any additional dirt with a clean cloth.
- Apply a first coat of rust inhibitor with the brush.
- After drying, apply a second coat.
- After further drying, proceed with the actual painting.
- Any lumps of paint can be removed with the finest sandpaper.
- Clean up where you have possibly sanded.
- Pass the second hand to finish the work.
Paint the zinc railing
When you are struggling with a railing made of this material, you start with a slightly advantage as it is zinc is always iron, but to which a anti corrosion treatment, that is a very high temperature zinc bath.
In this way the material is much more resistant to atmospheric agents.
Method
- Remove the entire layer of paint using the primer, a special base paint that allows you to create a layer on which synthetic paints adhere.
- After having applied a couple of primer bases, it is possible to carry out the actual painting with 2/3 coats, to have the best final result.
Paint the wooden railing
You may be interested in: External railings
A classic of the cabins and of chalet mountain, le balcony railings made of wood they are often the work of artisans who are able to make beautiful carvings, draw images and figures that become more than just an embellishment.
Therefore, giving a new look becomes a job to be done with great care and attention, as the natural material, although very resistant, is easily subject to damage. In this case, the work is even longer as it is necessary to do a total stripping work if you want to do something very well done.
To remove the paint entirely, you need to use a grinder and sandpaper.
Method
- Evaluate the condition of the wood: the presence of visible marks and imperfections, it is first necessary to putty to rebuild.
- Wait for the grout to dry completely. The appropriate timing is generally indicated on the packages.
- Sand the treated parts using the sander or, even by hand, with sandpaper.
- Using a synthetic impregnating product, give at least two coats of varnish
- Apply two full coats of transparent synthetic flatting paint, choosing between glossy or opaque depending on the desired effect.
- Or, if you choose a lacquered color, you need to prepare the parts with two coats of base varnish (usually white), then proceed with the painting by applying 3 full coats of synthetic enamel specific for wood.
Do you want design advice on how to furnish? Join the group
When is it better to paint the railing
A question that may arise is when is the best time to do the job. Although it is a grueling and tiring job in some cases, when the railing has pleasant decorations and friezes, the painting should be done with every two years and, above all, in the summer months or just the temperature begins to rise in early spring.
For the wooden railings, the advice is to proceed annually.
Who has to paint the railing in the condominium?
Living in a condominium can present a wide range of problems related to the management of situations that can be more or less complex and that can make us waste time and a lot of patience, especially when we do not try to mediate to get to the solution but we try ways that lead only to grueling quarrels .
There painting of the ringhiera is one of these: who’s next the task of to sustain the cost of this work?
The answer is very simple: painting the balcony railings in the condominium is the responsibility of the owner of the apartment. Any element that is not freely accessible from the common areas is not considered a common good and therefore it is the owner of the premises who has to bear the work and related costs.
