How To Paint Metal Pipes

Exposed metal pipes are almost always a design problem, and many designers minimize their negative impact by painting them. If you do it the wrong way, though, peeling paint and bleed-through can make the problem worse. Whether the pipes are made from copper, galvanized metal, black iron or cast iron, the keys to proper sealing and adhesion are preparation of the material and priming. Once the primer has dried, you can apply the paint of your choice in the way that is most convenient. Spraying generally gives the most appealing results.