How to repair scratches on the surface of aluminum railings
Aluminum railings are a common outdoor and backyard construction material, and prolonged exposure to extreme weather or overuse can scratch the metal. How do you repair aluminum railing? You just need a few simple steps:
We need these tools below:
- A bucket filled with water
- Soft cloth: for wiping away dust, dirt and grease.
- Fine sandpaper: for sanding the scratched area to level the surface.
- Metal polish or metal paint
- Brush: Used to apply the restorer or metallic paint.
- Gloves and sanders
1. Clean the railings and then remove scratches
Use a soft cloth to gently wipe the scratched area to remove impurities such as dust, dirt and grease from the surface. Clean the surface of the aluminum railing with a soft cloth filled with detergent and water whenever possible.
Examine the aluminum railing surface for the location, number and depth of scratches. We can sand the scratches with fine sandpaper, at this point we need to apply force to remove the scratches. Until the scratches disappear, we can wipe the surface of the aluminum railing with a soft cloth and water. If there are deeper scratches, we need to rub it with a sander and sandpaper to smooth out the scratches as much as possible to make the surface smooth.
2. Apply metal polish and metal paint
When we are done eliminating scratches from the aluminum railing, it is time to refurbish the surface. First of all, we have to apply the metal polish on a new soft cloth and then apply the metal polish on the aluminum railing. We can finish it with the help of a spray gun, but a spray gun can’t be controlled precisely so you must be careful with it.
After finishing applying the polish wait for it to dry, if your aluminum railing is dark in color. Then applying it with metallic paint will be better than polish, be careful to wear a mask while applying metallic paint. As its odor will be pungent, wearing a mask is necessary for your health.
Points to keep in mind when repairing railings:
When we repairing aluminum railing scratches need to be aware of the weather. We need dry and clean weather because rain or humidity can make the polish ineffective.
In addition, take care to control the strength when removing scratches. Too much force can damage the perfect surface of aluminum railings, and you should consult a professional before using polish. Some polishes are made for stainless steel or copper, so it would be a shame if you bought the wrong polish.
Finally keeping the railing looking good
While it is impossible to prevent any scratches from forming in the future, keeping your railings clean on a regular basis will help minimize the damage that occurs. Clean the railing with water and dry the surface when you are finished.
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