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painting an aluminum roof

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need to know the correct process for painting an aluminum roof. the surface has considerable wear and rust(aluminum oxide?)but is still structurally sound. will pressure washing with tsp at 3500psi do any damage to the zinc? coating. also, can u sand without damaging to get a smoother surface if pressure washing doesnt do the trick. what products do u recommend?
james dady

9/18/2009
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I am a bit confused. You say the roof is aluminum but then you mention a zinc coating. An aluminum roof would not have a zinc coating. The pressure washing is fine. But do not sand a roof with a zinc coating and I'd ty avoid sanding with aluminum as well. Go to a quality paint store and they will have a primer and topcoat system to recommend for you. Todd Miller
Todd Miller
Isaiah Industries, Inc.

9/19/2009
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I am a bit confused. You say the roof is aluminum but then you mention a zinc coating. An aluminum roof would not have a zinc coating. The pressure washing is fine. But do not sand a roof with a zinc coating and I'd try to avoid sanding with aluminum as well. Go to a quality paint store and they will have a primer and topcoat system to recommend for you. Todd Miller
Todd Miller
Isaiah Industries, Inc.

9/19/2009
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Also, an aluminum roof will not rust.
Aaron Scurlock
The Best in Polymer Roofing Soutions

9/24/2009
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