old gates
To remove old paint you need to use a paint stripper called nitromors, its a serious chemical so gloves and stuff need to be worn.
You basically just brush the stuff on and leave it for about an hour and the paint literally shrivels and loses it adhesion to the iron leaving you a nice smooth surface to paint on.
as for finishes, I swear by hammerite, its really hard wearing and you have a choice of loads of colours including mettalics.
hope this helps
jim
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