Non-Stick Mower Deck Coating
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- Опубліковано 2 лют 2023
- Get ready for lawn care season now! I apply a non-stick graphite coating to my Simplicity mower deck. This coating will prevent grass buildup and increase mowing (grass cutting) performance.
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Old painters tip I came across.
For paint that has sat for a few weeks or more, turn the can over for a few hours then let it sit for a few minutes upright before opening.
Works amazing as a pre stir mix.
Great tip, thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the video! Up to this point I have been using Rust Oleum Rust Rust Resolver (I think that is what it is called) spray on the bottom of the deck to slow the rust down, but I might start using the Graphite also when I prep for next year. Looking forward to the update video of this project.
You’re welcome. Yes, I’ll keep you updated. The weather is finally warming up, looks like the first mow will be the first week of May.
Two part epoxy primer is best at keeping moisture away from the metal of the deck then apply a utility or HD enamel paint to the deck. After I spray paint the bottom of the deck, I apply by brush another two coats then 3 coats of Slip Plate #1. Brushing on the enamel paint gives a good thickness over just spraying on many coats. You will have to up-keep the graphite throughout your mowing season due to the abrasive nature of grass. For me, I think the best thing I have for keeping the deck clean is my PVC deck wash bar after each mowing, the Slip Plate just makes the grass fall off easier.
I agree, automotive grade epoxy primer is the best. Unfortunately, the price and mixing it scares many people away.
How's the graphite paint mix holding up?
Thank you for the video.
You're welcome, thanks for checking in 👍
nice look thanks
thank you.
cant wait!
I will have results soon! Its finally warmed up here.
I've actually been thinking about getting the under side professionally coated with bed liner
Let me know how that works.
Just use high gloss oil based equipment enamel and call it a day.
You are right, this wasn’t worth it…results video Non-Stick Mower Deck Coating Update - Simplicity Regent
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It is for sure a great idea to keep these areas painted, but save your money on the non-stick snake oils. In the real mowing world, none of it works. That is just the simple truth.
I came to the same conclusion.
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Harbor freight has chip brushes. If you get them on sale, you can get the price around 50 cents a brush.
How about using rubberized wheel well protector. Available at automotive stores.
I think a rubberized coating could work well to protect the deck, but I would assume that you would still get grass buildup?
Unfortunately, Tennessee has too many rocks that would sand blast that finish off. Good idea, though.
Yes, not much will last with sand and rocks. Does it at least keep the deck clean of grass?
I don't understand why you didn't clean and paint the spindles as well. I mean you were right there with the paint, why not ?
Good question, not sure why...
Why not ceramic coat the final coat of paint?
That is an option. I wanted to give the graphite paint a fair shot but not impressed so far.
How did it hold up for you?
No the greatest…Non-Stick Mower Deck Coating Update - Simplicity Regent
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How has it worked out?
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It doesn't seem worth it to me, better to take off a pressure wash a few times per season.
I have since gotten a robot mower that is much easier to clean!
@@TheLawnEngineer awesome. Thank you for the reply. Great videos sir.
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Please don't tell people to just throw unused paint away. It should not go into landfill due to environmental issues, and to do so would be illegal in many countries.
That was my point, buy the small can of paint so you use it all and then throw away the can.
@@TheLawnEngineer Thanks for the clarification.
@@chrispop99 you’re welcome.
It can go in the landfill if you take the lids off and let it dry out. Trust me I work for the sanitation department.
@@shannonpaschal6435 In the UK?
All snake oil salesman. Just hose the area down after mowing the lawn. You spend an hour doing the lawn or more. You can spend five minutes hosing the undercarriage of a lawnmower. Thanks smarter not harder.
No selling, tried it out and came to the same conclusion Non-Stick Mower Deck Coating Update - Simplicity Regent
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