What's the best way to refinish an outdoor metal staircase?

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Hello,
I have a black metal outdoor staircase that got a good amount of rust on it because of the salt I had to put on them this past winter. I am wondering a) what's the best way to remove these rust marks so I can repaint the staircase and b) is there anything out there that I can coat/seal them with so I can avoid doing this every year???

Thanks!
J from Chicago
 
How big is the staircase, and how bad is the rust? You could have it sandblasted if it's really bad, but if not a good oil-based primer and paint will take care of the situation. E-mail me through my avatar and I can put you in touch with a good painter in the Chicago area. Hope this helps.
 
You can use an angle grinder with a wire wheel to remove the surface rust. then use a Rustoleum metal primer and finish coat with Rustoleum paint. Make sure you remove any flaking paint first.
 
yea i had a house with the same thing. use an abrasive pad and remove as much rust as you can. then coat it with a spray paint that is especially for rust protection. after that dries, paint whatever color you want.
 
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