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Entry Step Refinish - Tfrazier - 07-11-2021

Hi all, looking for some entry step paint advice.
My entry step works great, but aesthetically , it is in pretty bad shape. I'm thinking about  refinishing it and am looking for some advice on paint. Due to the amount of foot traffic on the step, I'm not sure a standard spray paint will hold up. Should I take it to an automotive paint shop or find a place to get it powder coated?

Has anyone done this and what paint did you use? How's the durability?
Looking forward to your replies.

Thanks, Tony

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RE: Entry Step Refinish - folivier - 07-11-2021

Are you talking about the retracting metal step? If so what about using a bedliner product? That should be as durable as anything and give you a nice grip surface.

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RE: Entry Step Refinish - Tfrazier - 07-11-2021

Hi Forest, yes I am referring to my retractable step. 

Bed liner paint is an interesting idea. Kind of kills two birds with one stone. Plus I don't have be too concerned with the surface prep. Just have to strip all the old paint off.

Thanks

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RE: Entry Step Refinish - HoosierDaddy - 07-11-2021

I used a 2 part paint that Eastwood sells. There is a button on the bottom of the can that releases the activator into the paint.

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https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-s-2k-aerospraytm-ceramic-chassis-black.html

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RE: Entry Step Refinish - Richard - 07-12-2021

If you use bedliner, shoot it with a primer gun. Use about 20% reducer. The gun that comes with the kit gives a very coarse and rough surface. The primer gun gives a matte finish. That how i applied bedliner to the bumpers and rockers on my tow car.

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