# Paint and strip
**URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/paint-and-strip/48399
**Category:** Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance
**Created:** [January 20, 2013, 10:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/paint-and-strip/48399 "2013-01-20T22:14:21Z")
**Posts on this page:** 3
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### Author:  [@Jgriff91](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jgriff91)
#### Post date: [January 20, 2013, 10:14pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/paint-and-strip/48399/1 "2013-01-20T22:14:21Z")
I was wondering what is the best way to paint a metal throw. I was thing airbrush? And which type of paints would be best. Also how to strip the factory paint. Do i have to worry about primer? Thanks
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### Author:  [@jhb8426](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/jhb8426)
#### Post date: [January 20, 2013, 10:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/paint-and-strip/48399/2 "2013-01-20T22:22:08Z")
Is the “factory paint” really paint or is it anodized? There’s a difference. In either case if you’re going to paint it you really don’t need to strip it unless you have a strong need. Painting - follow the procedures for painting any metal item. Generally car paints work out nicely. You may also want to add a clear coat to keep it from wearing.
That said, most metal yoyos are anodized rather than painted. CLYW is noted for painted yoyos.
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### Author:  [@Jgriff91](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Jgriff91)
#### Post date: [January 20, 2013, 10:40pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/paint-and-strip/48399/3 "2013-01-20T22:40:16Z")
My big worry is feeling the paint more than the metal. I dont want that sticky feeling u can get from paint.