Paint for Metal

To paint metal with Angelus acrylic paint, mix in Angelus 2-Hard. It helps the paint grip hard, non-porous surfaces like metal and plastic, so you can customize hardware, accessories, and decor with the full range of Angelus colors.

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 6,606 reviews

Angelus paint for metal in assorted colors on shelves

16 products found

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Angelus Paint Basics Kit

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 296 reviews

$32.95 Regular price $39.60

Angelus Pearlescent and Metallic Paint Kit | 12 Colors 1 oz. Bottles color swatch

Angelus Pearlescent and Metallic Paint Kit | 12 Colors 1 oz. Bottles

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 128 reviews

$46.95 Regular price $59.40

Angelus Neon Color Kit | Complete 12-Color Paint Set color swatch

Angelus Neon Color Kit | Complete 12-Color Paint Set

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 144 reviews

$46.95 Regular price $59.40

12 color kit

Angelus Acrylic Leather Paint - Best Sellers Kit

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 177 reviews

$42.95 Regular price $47.40

Complete Standard Color Kit - 84 colors color swatch

Complete Standard Color Kit - 84 colors

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 90 reviews

$298.95 Regular price $331.80

Leather Preparer and Deglazer

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1015 reviews

$5.95

Size: 5 oz.
2-Thin Paint Thinner color swatch

2-Thin Paint Thinner

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 551 reviews

From $3.95

Angelus Paint Brush Set

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 616 reviews

$9.95 Regular price $14.95

2-Hard Film Hardener color swatch

2-Hard Film Hardener

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 209 reviews

From $3.95

Matte 4-Coat

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 217 reviews

From $6.95

Satin 4-Coat

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 126 reviews

From $6.95

Flat 4-Coat

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 98 reviews

From $6.95

High Gloss 4-Coat

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 103 reviews

From $6.95

Angelus 4.5"x5.5" Multi-Purpose Wet Sandpaper

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 24 reviews

$4.95

Angelus x Grex XGi5 Airbrush

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 8 reviews

$129.00

Shopping guide

  1. Step 1: Prep
  2. Step 2: Paint
  3. Step 3: Finish
  4. Step 4: Wait 24 hours

What you'll need

How to paint metal

  1. Clean the metal so it's free of oil and dust.
  2. Lightly sand the surface so the paint has something to grip.
  3. Mix 2-Hard into your Angelus paint.
  4. Apply thin, even coats with a brush or an airbrush, letting each one dry.
  5. Seal it with 4-Coat for scuff resistance.

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Quick Guide to Angelus Paints

Applying Angelus deglazer/preparer to a shoe with a squeeze bottle
Hand painting a design onto a sneaker's blue and white leather panel
Bottle of Angelus matte finisher next to a freshly painted sneaker
Finished custom-painted sneaker with paint bottles drying on a table

What customers say

  • Couch Cushion Restoration

    Perfect starting point before for preparing surface, ahead of mixing the Beige & White for a nice creamy shade to blend with my couch cushion restoration.

    John S., The Bronx, NY Reviewed Leather Preparer and Deglazer
  • Saving Grace

    This product is a saving grace for me!! I love it so much! I paint on tooled leather and some times I need my paint to just a tiny my bit thinner.

    Jaki H., Rochelle, TX Reviewed 2-Thin Paint Thinner
  • So easy to work woth!

    I Followed the easy instructions for mixing with theor leather paint and currently painting my RV dashboard. I love all their products so far!!

    Donna J., San Diego, CA Reviewed 2-Hard Film Hardener
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best paint for metal surfaces?

For decorative customizing, Angelus acrylic paint mixed with 2-Hard. 2-Hard helps the paint adhere to metal and plastic.

Do I need to sand metal before painting?

A light sanding helps. It gives the paint a rougher surface to grip.

Can I use the same mix on plastic?

Yes. Angelus paint mixed with 2-Hard works on plastic too.

Do you offer free shipping?

Yes. Orders of $49 or more ship free within the continental U.S.

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