Rustins Red Oxide Metal Primer – 500ml

Rustins Red Oxide Metal Primer is a low odour, high performance paint containing anti-corrosive additives for use on both bare and galvanised metal. It is suitable for indoor and outdoor use and is quick drying. Rustins Red Oxide Metal Primer is pigmented with micronised red oxide to give good opacity, good exterior durability and corrosion prevention.

High quality acrylic red oxide primer
Used on interior and exterior ferrous metals
Quick drying
Suitable for ferrous and galvanized metal

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Full step-by-step instructions below

Categories Rustins, Metal, Metal Paint, Metal Restoration, Paint Finishes

How to use Rustins Red Oxide Metal Primer

For use on bare metal the surface should be clean and free from rust and grease. Remove existing finishes with Rustins Strypit Paint and Varnish Stripper. If the metal is rusty, remove loose rust with a wire brush, then treat surface with Rustins Rust Remover.
Stir Rustins Quick Dry Red Oxide Metal Primer, very well before use
Use a brush and apply evenly.
Apply primer liberally, ensuring the surface is covered completely.
1 coat is usually sufficient. A second coat may be applied if required.
Sand lightly between coats if required.

Please note –

Drying Time – Touch dry in approximately 30 minutes, depending on temperature and humidity.

Re-coating Time Approximately 2 hours, depending on temperature and humidity.

Application Temperature – Ideally 15-25°C. Do not apply outdoors if rain imminent, humidity is high or below 10C.

Coverage 10 sq. metres per litre per coat depending on the surface.

Maintenance – The surface may be washed with a mild detergent solution and a scrubbing brush and re-coated if necessary.

Compatibility – May be applied over other paints but test for compatibility as the paint may dry glossy.

Shelf-life/Storage – Many years if stored in original tightly closed container in normal conditions.

Clean-Up – Remove excess product from brushes before cleaning. Clean brushes whilst wet with water. Hard brushes can be cleaned with Rustins Brush Restorer.

Health and Safety

Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water or a proprietary skin cleanser.