Q: What can you tell me about painting rusty metal? I want a fast-and-easy method to repaint an assortment of things in my garage and shed. Do you have to remove all the rust before you paint? Are ...

When metal rusts, you'll find loose iron oxide flakes on the surface. The first thing you need to do is remove these, and it's usually fairly easy. Start by brushing off the flakes with a wire brush.