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how to paint lead flashing?

can i use tile/ floor paint to paint lead flashing
rob, April 2009
anyone know a source of patination oil in the u.s.?

ed, April 2010
patinating oil is the way to go

greenskye, May 2009
patinating oil will clean it. Goto a roofing suppliers

leigh, May 2009
Lead of any type must always be primed before you can paint it without the paint peeling off after a rain. once you have p[rimed the lead flashing you should let it weather a bit before you apply the top coat.

Mickey-G, May 2009
Because there is so much movement on lead expanding and contracting the paint will eventually crack and start peeling. So I agree with John.


Why add another regular maintenance job to what you've already got?.

bob, April 2009
You can use floor paint if you like - so long as you apply a suitable primer first. Lead isn't meant to be painted, though.....!

John, April 2009