Design & Installation
 

Finishing Guide

 

Painting Information

Please note:   Always test on back side of a panel first

  • Install tin (use gloves to avoid possible fingerprints)
  • Caulk any necessary seams with paintable caulking
  • Prime and paint   (*tin is shipped clean and ready for priming and painting*)
  • Primer and paint can be applied by brush, roller or spray

Please note: Tin can be primed and painted before being installed if you prefer (We recommend doing at least one coat after installation). Fastener heads will require touch-up painting (use a small craft brush)

Examples:
Bonding Primer:

  • “Fresh Start” by Benjamin Moore
  • “Bulls Eye 1-2-3” by Zinsser
Paint:
  • Oil
  • Latex

CLEAR COAT/SEALING INFORMATION

Please note:   Always test on back of a panel first

  • Install tin (use gloves to avoid possible fingerprints)
  • Caulk any necessary seams with paintable, or paintable clear caulking which can be covered after with a metallic paint if required (*tin is shipped clean and ready for clear coat*)
  • Clear lacquer can be applied by brush, roller or spray

To give the bright tin an antiqued finish:

  • 1st Coat – Mix 1 oz. of black pigment per 1 litre of clear lacquer (done at paint store)
  • 2nd Coat – Apply Clear Coat of plain lacquer afterwards to fully protect

Clear Coat Examples

  • “Stays Clear” by Benjamin Moore


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