METALCEILING Tin Ceiling Tiles User Guide

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METALCEILING Tin Ceiling Tiles User Guide

CLEANING:

Make sure tile is dry and clean from dirt and
Lightly sand the surface of the tile with fine-grit sandpaper to help the primer and paint adhere
Wipe the tiles with a tack cloth to remove any sanding

PRIMING:

Always be sure to do a test swatch on the back of the tile before starting your
Apply a primer using a small foam roller, brush, or paint
Make sure to apply an even layer and let primer dry completely, according to manufacturer’s
a. We recommend using:
i. Rust-Oleum Clean Metal Primer
ii. Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Primer

PAINTING THE BASE COAT:

Choose your desired base coat color and apply with a foam roller, brush or paint
a. We recommend using:
i. Rust-Oleum Protective Enamel Paint
ii. Behr Premium Plus Ultra
Make sure to apply an even layer and let primer dry completely, according to manufacturer’s
Apply a second coat if needed for fuller

SEALING THE TILES (OPTIONAL):

For added durability, you can apply a clear coat
a. We recommend:
i. Minwax Polycrylic Protective Finish
ii. Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Crystal Clear Enamel
Choose a finish (matte, satin, gloss) that suits your desired
Make sure to apply an even layer and let primer dry completely, according to manufacturer’s

CLEANING:

Make sure tile is dry and clean from dirt and
Lightly sand the surface of the tile with fine-grit sandpaper to help the primer and paint adhere
Wipe the tiles with a tack cloth to remove any sanding

PRIMING:

Always be sure to do a test swatch on the back of the tile before starting your
Apply a primer using a small foam roller, brush, or paint
Make sure to apply an even layer and let primer dry completely, according to manufacturer’s
b. We recommend using:
i. Rust-Oleum Clean Metal Primer
ii. Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Primer

PAINTING THE BASE COAT:

Choose a dark base coat color and apply with a foam roller, brush or paint
a. We recommend using:
i. Rust-Oleum Protective Enamel Paint
ii. Behr Premium Plus Ultra
Make sure to apply an even layer and let primer dry completely, according to manufacturer’s
Apply a second coat if needed for fuller

PAINTING THE TOP COAT:

Choose a metallic top coat color (silver, gold, copper).
a. We recommend using:
i. Modern Masters Metallic Paint Collection
ii. Rust-Oleum Specialty Metallic
Lightly brush the paint over the raised area of the tiles, allowing some of the dark base to show through to create depth and an aged appearance.
Using paint or mineral oil, dip your brush or rag, wipe off excess, and gently brush over surface.
Allow topcoat to dry fully.

APPLY ANTIQUING GLAZE (OPTIONAL):

Apply an antiquing glaze to the
a. We recommend:
i. Rust-Oleum Transformations Decorative Glaze
ii. Valspar Antiquing Glaze
Brush into crevices and detailed areas of the
Immediately wipes off excess with a soft cloth, leaving it in the recessed
Work in small sections so the glaze doesn’t dry too

SEALING THE TILES (OPTIONAL):

For added durability, you can apply a clear coat
a. We recommend:
i. Minwax Polycrylic Protective Finish
ii. Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Crystal Clear Enamel
Choose a finish (matte, gloss) that suits your desired
Make sure to apply an even layer and let primer dry completely, according to manufacturer’s

For more information, please visit:
www.metalceilingexpress.com
If you have any questions, or require further assistance on your project, you can call us at 412-419-2600 , or send us an e-mail at sales@metalceilingexpress.com. Thank you for choosing Metal Ceiling Express.
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