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Posted - Apr 22 2011 : 06:48:16 AM Hello Fellow Glamers...
I have an older travel trailer that desperately needs a new look. If you have painted the outside of your camper, would you mind sharing some tips, tricks, watch outs, or other suggestions for updating mine.
Thanks Debi herb19355![](icons/icon_smile.gif)
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ceejay48 |
Posted - May 01 2011 : 6:44:44 PM Grace, Your Scotty-dog is too cute!!!
Debi, We used an alkyd enamel, semi-gloss to paint the exterior of our older model Apache popup camper. Coverage was excellent as we were using a lighter creamy/almond color to cover dark brown. Had the color mixed to a close match to that of our van. We painted the camper several years ago and it still looks good! And, like the other gals say, you have to do a really good prep job, which is actually the hardest part I think. CJ
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katmom |
Posted - Apr 30 2011 : 9:51:52 PM Debi, for sure, like Diane said, clean the old paint down really good! or your new paint will peel/flake off.... I actually used buffing compound on my trailer before painting my 'dots' & my Scotty dog image.
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Fiddlehead Farm |
Posted - Apr 23 2011 : 05:31:37 AM Wash the trailer down really good, use a little bleach if there is powdery mildew on it. Remove any loose paint. I have had great success with Rustoleum paint. You can roll it or brush it. It levels out nice and it comes in lots of colors and finishes. I like the satin finish, not too shiny.
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katmom |
Posted - Apr 22 2011 : 1:58:01 PM hey Debi, check out Sisters on the Fly website....I know that this is a popular topic, also Tin Can Tourist & the NAtional Serro Scotty web site...tons of info. Some gals use marine/auto paint.....some use house paint, but you have to do a really good prep job and put on several coats. HAve fun & congrats on having a vintage trailer. I know I love mine.
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