How to Paint a Metal Bed Frame

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find a good spot for painting.

   This needs to be a well-ventilated place, dry, with temperatures between 45°F and 85°F (7°C and 29°C).
   
   It should be fairly dust and insect free and where children and pets won’t disturb the bed frame as the paint dries.
   
   There should be something in the area where parts can be propped against as you paint them and as they to dry.
   
   You could use a sawhorse, ladder or an old chair for this.
   
   You could also tape a drop cloth to a wall and lean the bed frame against that.
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   Step 2: Take the metal bed frame apart as much as you can.

   As you work, pay attention to how the frame was assembled so you can re-assemble it correctly.
   
   Store the nuts and bolts and other small hardware in a secure container. , Pay attention to corners, and crevices in designs.
   
   Make sure all the dirt is scrubbed off. , Any old paint needs to be roughed up and all rust needs to be removed.
   
   You may need coarser sandpaper or a wire brush for heavily rusted areas to start but finish with the medium fine sandpaper.
   
   All loose peeling paint needs to be removed but it’s not necessary to remove all of the paint. , Cover the painting area with drop cloths or old newspapers. ,,,, When one surface is dry, flip the pieces and spray the other side.
   
   Use slow, sweeping motions with the spray can and avoid heavy coats that make drips.
   
   Allow the primer to dry completely before moving on to the next step. , This paint should be rust resistant, and made for use on metal.
   
   Use those smooth, steady sweeping motions to get even coverage.
   
   Let the first surface dry completely, and then turn the pieces and spray the other side. , Pay attention to corners and design areas to make sure they don’t collect excess paint or remain unpainted. ,, Let dry.,,
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   Step 3: Wash the bed frame pieces with hot water and dish detergent and wipe them dry.

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   Step 4: Sand the entire metal frame with medium-fine sandpaper.

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   Step 5: Clean any dust and rust or paint chips thoroughly from the area before you start painting.

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   Step 6: Go over the frame with a tack cloth (found in hardware stores) to remove any particles left from sanding.

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   Step 7: Go over the bed frame again with a damp

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   Step 8: soft cloth.

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   Step 9: Arrange the bed frame pieces against your prop (sawhorse

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    Step 10: wall).

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    Step 11: Spray the frame with a metal paint primer.

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    Step 12: Spray the metal bed frame with paint.

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    Step 13: Apply a second coat of paint just like the first.

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    Step 14: Let the frame dry and apply a third coat if you want a smoother finish.

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    Step 15: Push the screws or bolts from the frame into a cardboard box

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    Step 16: heads on the surface

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    Step 17: and spray them with paint so the heads will match the frame color.

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    Step 18: Apply a coat of clear sealer to the bed frame to ensure the longest wear and allow it to dry.

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    Step 19: Re-assemble the metal bed frame.

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