Metal Coatings and Rust Remediation in Santa Barbara, CA

Wrought Iron and Metal Railing Coatings

If you are in need of metal railing coating services in Santa Barbara, CA, look no further than Purple Painting. Our team of experts specializes in preparing and applying high-quality coatings to metal railings, providing the best finishes possible.

One of the main advantages of spraying metal coatings is the glossy finish it provides, especially on smooth metal surfaces. However, it's crucial to properly prepare the substrate before applying the topcoat to achieve a smooth, glassy finish. Our team dedicates most of their time to sanding and masking to ensure the best possible outcome for your project.

It's important to note that finishing metal and wood requires more resources and is typically more expensive than finishing drywall. That's why our team only uses the highest-quality products, such as Tnemec, to ensure that your investment lasts. Tnemec is a metal epoxy coating that is known for its durability and can last up to 10 years if applied correctly. It consists of a 3-coat system, including a zinc metal primer that is mostly solids, a 2-part intermediary gray primer, and the topcoat enamel, usually in Black. Our team has extensive experience working with this product, setting us apart from other applicators in the area.

Trust the experts at Purple Painting for all your metal railing coating needs in Santa Barbara, CA. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and see how we can transform your space.

Marine Epoxy Coatings for Salt Air

Living in Santa Barbara can bring about many challenges, including high salt levels that can be damaging to metal surfaces. For this reason, marine coatings are highly recommended for any painted wrought iron, painted steel, or painted metal that is located within five miles of the ocean. At Purple Painting, we use marine epoxy coatings to protect painted metal from the rust and corrosion that salt air causes.

Marine epoxy coatings generally consist of a basecoat primer and a topcoat finish paint, both of which are two-part epoxies that cure with the help of a catalyst. They are a protective paint system for metal against salt and corrosion. They are not a waterproofing system, and they don’t seal a building against water getting in.

It is important to properly maintain these coatings in order to ensure their longevity and prevent costly re-painting projects in the future. At Purple Painting, we offer annual inspections of rust-prone substrates around your home or building, and we can recommend which coatings need maintenance to prevent deterioration and maintain a newer, nicer looking finish for the indefinite future.

In addition, we understand that recoating entire surfaces can be expensive, so we recommend treating exposed areas immediately to prevent rust from spreading throughout the entire surface. Our team of experienced painters can provide expert guidance on the maintenance of marine coatings and ensure that your metal surfaces remain protected and beautiful for years to come.

Rust Remediation and Conversion

Living in a coastal city like Santa Barbara, metal substrates are more prone to rust due to the high levels of moisture and salt in the air. To avoid having to deal with rusted metal, it's important to maintain your metal substrates so that they are not exposed to the elements. This can be done by inspecting any areas that are faded or scratched, and touching them up. Additionally, a re-coating every 3-5 years can help prevent rust from forming.

Rust remediation can be an expensive process, so it's best to maintain your metal coatings to avoid it. However, if you do experience rusted metal, there are multiple steps that can be taken to remediate it and prevent it from happening in the future.

At Purple Painting, we follow a process to remediate rust that includes scraping off loose paint and heavy rust, grinding and sanding down to bare metal, and cleaning all surfaces with solvents. We then apply a rust converting basecoat to turn any remaining rust black, followed by a red oxide rust inhibiting metal primer. After sanding all surfaces to create a smoother finish, we finish with two coats of a premium exterior enamel, with an oil-based option recommended. This process ensures that you get the longest life possible out of your metal coatings and puts you in a position to maintain your metal substrates going forward.

We've performed maintenance and rust remediation countless times, so you can trust us to get the results you want for your metal substrates. Contact Purple Painting today for more information.

Steel and Sheet Metal

Steel and aluminum on commercial buildings take the same care as railings: metal siding and wall panels, storefront frames, hollow metal doors and frames, and gutters.

We clean and scuff-sand the metal, spot prime any bare steel with a rust-inhibiting primer, and finish with an industrial enamel or epoxy topcoat. On a working building we schedule the noisy and smelly steps around the people inside.