How to paint trim?

[jakemccarthy]

Hey, I have a white explorer with gray trim. I am considering painting all of the trim and bumpers white. I think it will look cleaner. Any recommendations? Brand of paint? Procedure?

Thanks

 

[BigRondo]

Welcome aboard!!

Here are some threads to check out:

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums//showthread.php?t=216871

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums//showthread.php?t=284189

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=282906

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=278579

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=194547

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=226500

Hope this helps out!!

 

[MidnightRebel07]

Here's my link how I went from this...

to this...

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=322733&highlight=wahoo

 

[jakemccarthy]

Would the krylon fusion plastic be the best, or would primer, paint and clear coat be better?

thanks

 

[BigRondo]

Would the krylon fusion plastic be the best, or would primer, paint and clear coat be better?

thanks

The Krylon Fusion is designed for plastic and does not need a primer coat. I highly recommend using clear coat to prevent fading as it has UV protection.

 

[MidnightRebel07]

When I did mine. I prepped it, primed it with regular flat black primer with a couple layers and then painted with the Krylon Fusion for palstics Satin Black paint. I haven't had any chipping, flaking, fading, etc...

 

[BigRondo]

When I did mine. I prepped it, primed it with regular flat black primer with a couple layers and then painted with the Krylon Fusion for palstics Satin Black paint. I haven't had any chipping, flaking, fading, etc...

Thanks for the input. I know without the clear, my rear pillars have faded. Maybe the trim doesn't fade due to a different angle to the sun?