Paint For Plastic Gutters And Downpipes

No drip gloss will flow out beautifully on plastic gutters and downpipes giving a far superior finish than msp the difference being an oil base gives more working time hence leaves totally no brushmarks and only one coat of paint required.

Paint for plastic gutters and downpipes.

Rated 5 out of 5 by john96 from impressed used this on previously painted brown plastic guttering. You cannot beat the appearance of new plastic drainage systems but it will lose it shine in about 4 to 5 years plus you wont have the problems of preparing dust being blown onto wet paint etc also joint failures will not be an issue as the seals perish go for new if the. The gutters look like new. Apply the paint with a brush and a small 4 to 5 inch roller.

You will need to do a health check of the plastic that you re painting. To make matters worse if you don t do the job right you will probably find that you need to re paint your gutters and downpipes long before you have to paint your house again. Paint the edges with a brush and the majority of the gutter and downspout with the roller. The condition of the plastic.

I have never yet experienced a one coat paint where only one coat necessary and this paint is no exception. Things to consider before painting plastic. Oil based paint works very well on plastic and does not require a primer. Older plastics can be brittle so make sure they are sound before.

Replace any leaky gaskets and joiners on guttering and fix or replace any faulty furniture on plastic doors and windows. The roller makes the job go much faster and produces a smooth finish. Would the life of all this plastic be prolonged if painted and is there a special paint for the job. Am very impressed with the result.

Dont use abrasives to clean it will show through something wicked. Clean allow to dry and a couple of coats of gloss.