Rust-Oleum® 7768830 Stops Rust® Protective Enamel Spray, 12 Oz, Gloss Burgundy

Rust-Oleum® Stops Rust® Protective Enamel Spray provides an any-angle spray feature that allows you to spray in any direction, even upside-down. A comfort tip with a wider finger pad to reduce fatigue caused by continuous spraying. Don’t settle for anything less than the #1 rust-preventative paint on the market. Nothing protects your projects like Rust-Oleum® Stops Rust® Protective Enamel.

Rust-Oleum® Stops Rust® Enamel Sprays are designed to provide a durable protective coating with excellent rust prevention, and excellent resistance to abrasion, fading, chipping, and dulling. These sprays apply easily, provide excellent coverage and dry fast to a tough attractive finish. Rust-Oleum® Stops Rust® Enamel Sprays are ideal for ferrous, non-ferrous metal and wood surfaces. It features a comfort tip with a wider finger pad to reduce fatigue caused by continuous spraying and an any-angle tip which allows you to spray at any angle. Not for use on galvanized metal.

• Size: 12 ounce
• Color: Burgundy
• Finish: Gloss
• Indoor/outdoor
• Durable, corrosion-resistant
• VOC compliant.

For Best Results:

• For heavily rusted surfaces, apply Rust-Oleum® Stops Rust Rusty Metal Primer.

Painting Conditions

• Use outdoors or in a well ventilated area such as an open garage. Apply when temperature is between 50-90°F (10-32°C) and humidity is below 65% to ensure proper drying. Do not apply to surfaces, when heated, exceed 200°F (93°C). Do not apply to galvanized steel. Avoid spraying in very windy and dusty conditions. Cover surrounding area to protect from spray mist.

Surface Preparation

• Remove all dirt, grease, oil, salt and chemical contaminants by washing the surface with a commercial detergent, or other suitable cleaning method. Rinse with fresh water and allow to thoroughly dry. Remove loose paint and rust with a wire brush or sandpaper. Previously coated surfaces must be sound and in good condition. Smooth, hard, or glossy finishes should be scarified by sanding to create a surface profile. WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint from any surface, you may release lead paint dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE; ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop.

Application

• Shake can vigorously for one minute after the mixing ball begins to rattle. If mixing ball fails to rattle DO NOT STRIKE CAN. Contact Rust-Oleum. Shake often during use. Hold can 10-16" from the surface and spray in a steady back-and-forth motion, slightly overlapping each stroke. Keep the can the same distance from the surface. Keep the can in motion while spraying. Apply 2 or more light coats a few minutes apart to avoid runs and sags. Metallic Sprays are not recommended for outdoor use. Do not use near open flame.

Dry and Recoat

• Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F and 50% relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. Dries tack-free in 2-4 hours, to handle in 5-9 hours, and is fully dry in 24 hours. Apply a second coat within 1 hour or after 48 hours.

Clean Up

• Wipe off tip before storing. Clean-up wet paint with xylene or mineral spirits. Properly discard empty container. Do not burn or place in home trash compactor.

Clogging

• If the valve clogs, twist and pull off spray tip and rinse in a solvent such as mineral spirits. Do not insert any object into can valve opening.