Metal Hanging Pendant Lights

GOAL OF PROJECT:

A two-tone combination of Krylon® Rust Tough® with Anti-Rust Technology™ Cherry Red and Fusion All-In-One® Metallic Finish Vintage Brass refurbishes old metal overhead lights and brightens your garage workspace.

SKILL LEVEL:

Beginner

PROJECT TIME:

1 Hour

SUPPLIES

STEPS

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Krylon Supplies You'll Need

Krylon® Rust Tough® with Anti-Rust Technology™

Cherry Red

Krylon® Fusion All-In-One® Metallic Finish

Metallic Vintage Brass

All paint should be used according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Other Supplies You'll Need

All-purpose cleaner/degreaser
Rag
Tack cloth
Drop cloth
Medium grit sandpaper or wire brush (optional)

Step 1

Set up a spray area by covering work area with a drop cloth. Make sure it is a well-ventilated area.

Step 2

Disassemble metal overhead light fixtures, bulb cover from base.

Step 3

Using an all-purpose cleaner, thoroughly clean the light fixtures to remove dirt, oils and dust. Rinse thoroughly with water and allow to dry.

Step 4

If paint or rust is flaking off the surface, use a wire brush or sandpaper to remove it. Wipe clean.

Step 5

Using Krylon® Fusion All-In-One® Metallic Finish - Metallic Vintage Brass, paint the base of the light fixture, holding the can 6-8 inches from the surface and using a sweeping side-to-side motion with slight overlap.

Step 6

Allow paint to dry for 30-60 seconds.

Step 7

Continue to apply light, multiple coats, waiting 30-60 seconds between each, until you are satisfied with the appearance.

Step 8

Allow to dry for at least an hour. (We suggest painting all of the bases, then returning to the bulb covers.)

Step 9

Using Krylon® Rust Tough® with Anti-Rust Technology™ - Cherry Red, hold the can 6-8 inches from the surface and paint using a sweeping side-to-side motion with slight overlap.

Step 10

Allow paint to dry for 30-60 seconds.

Step 11

Continue to apply light, multiple coats, waiting 30-60 seconds between each, until you are satisfied with the appearance.

Step 12

Krylon® Fusion All-in-One® dries in 20 minutes or less, and can be handled in less than one hour, although you may wish to wait a few hours before reassembling the light fixtures.

Step 13

NOTE: LED bulb is recommended for lower temperature.

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