New Hinges - How to Paint?

[EngineerDoug]

Hello folks,

I have a set of new door hinges that bear a rough but shiny finish - I suspect they are plated (zinc?). I think they are from AMD. My question is, will this finish take primer and paint OK? Or do these need to be treated in some way before the primer/paint will have enough "tooth" to properly bond?

Thanks.

 

[Mike in Boston]

Scuff with red scuff pad, Degrease, Spray with etching primer, then straight to color

 

[PurpleBeeper]

Scuff with red scuff pad, Degrease, Spray with etching primer, then straight to color

I agree. Zinc can sometimes cause adhesion problems, so make SURE to scuff it well & you should be fine. Door hinges don't take too much abuse. And don't forget the etching primer, just like Mike says.

 

[Pistol Pete]

Media blast
Clean with wax and grease remover
Epoxy prime
Paint

 

[EngineerDoug]

Thanks guys; that's what I had thought.

 

[Wagonboy]

Media blast
Clean with wax and grease remover
Epoxy prime
Paint

I agree. Epoxy prime is king! Reduced down, you can wet on wet seal/ paint