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Have you been avoiding the back yard view because of the painly looking view of your metal shed? Is it dirty, grimy, or even rusty? Metal sheds are a great way to increase your storage and metal sheds are a great option. Many know that metal rusts so there are a few tips to get your rusty looking shed back to normal.

First step is cleaning the shed. Use a hose with an attachment because with the power in the spray you will be able to remove dirt, grime, rust, and even stuck on leaves. Also grab a sponge and some cleaning solution to assure the cleaning is done. By cleaning the shed you are getting an accurate assessment of damage done to the shed which will help you prepare for the project.

Does your shed have rust? Holes? Now is the time to patch the holes with putty. After the holes have been patched make sure you sand the area well. Now you will have to determine how much rust you need to remove and the best way to go about it. Some stores you can rent a sander and other stores sell attachments to help get the job done. Once you remove all the rust make sure you do another cleaning.

The next step is applying Rust- Inhibitor Primer. Be careful and read all the instructions when dealing with this primer. You might need more than one coat of the Rust-Inhibitor Primer before you can use acrylic paint for the shed.

Once you are ready to start painting make sure you use good paint brushes and good paint. Try to paint going in one direction to avoid streaks. If you have trim on the shed you might want to paint that before the main portion of the shed. In most cases you will need two coats of paint.

Next sit back and enjoy your work!