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Hi all, looking for some entry step paint advice.
My entry step works great, but aesthetically , it is in pretty bad shape. I'm thinking about refinishing it and am looking for some advice on paint. Due to the amount of foot traffic on the step, I'm not sure a standard spray paint will hold up. Should I take it to an automotive paint shop or find a place to get it powder coated?
Has anyone done this and what paint did you use? How's the durability?
Looking forward to your replies.
Thanks, Tony
Tony and Cindy Frazier
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Are you talking about the retracting metal step? If so what about using a bedliner product? That should be as durable as anything and give you a nice grip surface.
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Hi Forest, yes I am referring to my retractable step.
Bed liner paint is an interesting idea. Kind of kills two birds with one stone. Plus I don't have be too concerned with the surface prep. Just have to strip all the old paint off.
Thanks
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I used a 2 part paint that Eastwood sells. There is a button on the bottom of the can that releases the activator into the paint.
https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-s-2k-a...black.html
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If you use bedliner, shoot it with a primer gun. Use about 20% reducer. The gun that comes with the kit gives a very coarse and rough surface. The primer gun gives a matte finish. That how i applied bedliner to the bumpers and rockers on my tow car.
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