But, as is the nature of metal, when exposed to the elements -- particularly moisture -- the fence will rust over time. Even ...

Stainless steel fence is rusted. Stainless steel fencing will rust eventually, especially when it is exposed to heavy precipitation or salt water. Sand and/or wire brush the fence before applying ...

but you don't actually want rust taking over the objects you use and rely on every day, including fences, tools, locks, fixtures, and so forth. The war between oxidation and exposed metal can run ...

For photos and more info on corrugated metal fences, including the aesthetic appeal of rust and bulletholes (!) in corrugated metal, see this story from the Arizona Daily Star. -- Pat Jeffries If ...

Preserving the existing finish, rust and all, would also preserve the remaining gray paint, which could be evidence that the artist in Haiti was improvising by using metal that had a former life ...

The same goes for metal fences, furniture ... The metal might look and feel clean, but any grease, oil, dirt, or rust left on there will prevent the paint from properly adhering to the surface.