Posted 2015-01-11 10:58 AM (#162263) Subject: best paint for horse trailer?
Veteran
Posts: 113 Location: Lyons Oregon
I can save quite a bit of money if I supply the materials. Tractor paint is well priced but I want a long-lasting durable and rust resistant finish. Is there any particular brand or formulation I should look for?
Posted 2015-01-11 1:01 PM (#162264 - in reply to #162263) Subject: RE: best paint for horse trailer?
Extreme Veteran
Posts: 350 Location: Penrose, Colorado
if it is a nice trailer and you are keeping it ? I would not put anything but good automotive or air plane paint on it, you will get what you pay for in paint.
Posted 2015-01-11 8:57 PM (#162271 - in reply to #162263) Subject: RE: best paint for horse trailer?
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Posts: 5870 Location: western PA
If it's an aluminum trailer, an etching primer should be used. If it's steel, a conversion primer can be used. High build epoxy primers can then be added, if it's keen to obtain the smoothest finish. Both metal constructions can then use automotive urethane paints for the final finish. Aircraft and marine paints typically have higher solid contents, that allow complete coverage with fewer coats, but cost more. They are generally better in UV protection.
best paint for horse trailer?
