[R-390] Knob Refinishing

[Tom Frobase]

Typically the existing paint is brittle so I remove the paint with a fine wire wheel, once the paint is removed, I blast the knobs with glass beads.  

Several years ago I bought a powder coating kit from Harbor Freight, I use matt black powder for the process.  I also salvaged our old stove when it came time to be replaced.  Once the knobs are powdered I bake them for about 20 minutes @ 400 degree F.  Make sure the powder is correct, it is pure hell to get the powder off if you make a mistake!  I also do the lens cover in the same manner.

The local art supply store sells Krylon white paint in the bottle, I fill the indicator lines with the paint, once the paint is semi-dry I remove the excess with a soft rag and a little WD-40.

This process provides a beautiful matt finish with crisp white pointers and a finish that is nearly indestructable.  tom, N3LLL