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32 oz. Ultra Cover Satin Espresso General Purpose Paint

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  • Smooth, durable, low odor satin finish for indoor/outdoor use
  • Multi purpose latex paint formula resists chipping and fading
  • Fast dry coating is easy to apply with soap and water clean up
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About This Product

The Painter's Touch 32 oz. general purpose brush on paint offers great coverage. A rich, long-lasting color to help enhance your indoor or outdoor living space. Resists chipping and fading for durability.

Highlights

  • Apply to metal, wood, plaster, masonry and unglazed ceramic
  • Covers up to 120 sq. ft.
  • Satin finish
  • High quality latex formula goes on smoothly
  • Hides better and goes further than other multipurpose paints
  • Dries to the touch in 30 minutes
  • Cleans up easily with soap and water
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Product Information

Internet # 100674037

Model # 242018

Store SKU # 940499

Specifications

Container Size: 1 Quart

Dimensions

Container Size

1 Quart

Details

Application

General Purpose

Application Method

Brush

Base Material

Water Based

Coating Product Category

Paint

Color Family

Black

Color/Finish

Espresso

Coverage Area (sq. ft)

120

Dry to Touch (min.)

30 min

Interior/Exterior

Exterior, Interior

Number per Package

1

Paint & Primer in One

No

Paint Key Features

No additional features

Paint Product Form

Liquid

Paint/Stain Clean Up

Soap & Water

Returnable

90-Day

Sheen

Satin

Surface Material Use

Masonry, Metal, Plaster, Wood

Time before recoating (hours)

2

Transparency

Solid

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

Satisfaction guaranteed for full refund of purchase price

Questions & Answers

Can this paint be used on iron plates
ByNov 5, 2026
1 Answer | 
Answer This Question

Happy to help, Andy. While Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Ultra Cover General Purpose Paint will adhere to metal surfaces, it is not designed to withstand high amounts of wear like a metal plate. Instead, we recommend using Rust-Oleum Professional High Performance Protective Enamel for the strongest finish. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Professional-1-gal-High-Performance-Protective-Enamel-Gloss-Black-Oil-Based-Interior-Exterior-Paint-K7779402/202820905 -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

By|Nov 7, 2026


    How much do I need to buy for a small table and four chairs?
    ByNov 2, 2026
    1 Answer | 
    Answer This Question

    Happy to help, Jena! Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch Ultra Cover Premium Latex Paint covers approximately 40-90 sq. ft. per quart, depending on the surface and application. For a small table and four chairs, one quart may be enough, but the exact amount will depend on their size and the number of coats needed. If you’re painting bare wood, using a primer first can help seal the porous surface and provide better coverage with the finish coat. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 16

    By|Nov 3, 2026


      Is it waterproof
      ByOct 27, 2026
      2 Answers | 
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      Happy to clear things up, Bill. Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Ultra Cover General Purpose Paint provides a water resistant finish that is suitable to withstand general weather conditions or light moisture exposure. Any full water immersion or prolonged exposure to water will cause the coating to bubble and peel. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

      By|Oct 27, 2026

        Fade?

        By|Oct 29, 2026


          Will this clear coat discolor or yellow if exposed to constant low heat? I have a surface that I want to use it on that will have a low power heated cat bed which gets warm on the bottom, about 115° to 120°.
          ByOct 27, 2026
          1 Answer | 
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          Happy to help, Jules. Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Ultra Cover General Purpose Clear can resist surface temperatures up to 200°F. We recommend allowing the coating to fully cure for at least 7 days before exposing to regular use. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

          By|Oct 27, 2026


            Can I use this to repaint my metal garage door its 8x8?
            ByOct 25, 2026
            1 Answer | 
            Answer This Question

            Happy to help, Nick! Rust-Oleum Painters Touch Ultra Cover Premium Latex Paint can be used to repaint a properly prepared metal garage door. For best results, make sure the existing finish is clean, dry, and sound; remove any loose paint or rust, and prime any clean bare metal with Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer before painting. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Zinsser-Bulls-Eye-1-2-3-1-Gal-White-Water-Based-Interior-Exterior-Primer-and-Sealer-2001/100398391 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 16

            By|Oct 30, 2026


              Can this be used on pavement
              ByOct 23, 2026
              1 Answer | 
              Answer This Question

              Happy to help, Kristina! Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch Ultra Cover Paint is designed for properly prepared surfaces such as wood, metal, and previously coated surfaces. However, it is not recommended for pavement or other walking or driving surfaces, as it is not designed to withstand foot or vehicle traffic. For pavement, we recommend using Rust-Oleum Professional Inverted Striping Spray Paint. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Professional-18-oz-Flat-Black-Inverted-Striping-Spray-Paint-2578838/100121912 Rust-Oleum Product Support 16

              By|Oct 30, 2026


                Need kitchen wall paint for stove area? Washable?
                ByOct 22, 2026
                1 Answer | 
                Answer This Question

                Happy to help, Daisy! Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch Ultra Cover Semi-Gloss Paint can be applied to properly prepared primed surfaces, previously coated surfaces, wood, and metal. It can be used on a kitchen wall near a stove as long as the painted surface will not exceed 200°F. Additionally, once the coating has fully dried, it can be gently cleaned as needed with water and mild dish soap. Please note that the coating does not contain rust inhibitors, so bare metal should be properly primed before painting. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 16

                By|Oct 22, 2026


                  Will this top coat even out the finish on paints under it, such as texture from heavy knapp rollers, making the surface more smooth? Would it require multiple coats to do that?
                  ByOct 20, 2026
                  1 Answer | 
                  Answer This Question

                  Happy to clear things up, Jules. While Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch General Purpose Clear Topcoat provides added durability to painted surfaces, it is not intended to flatten out textured finishes. With multiple coats it is possible to build the clear to a smooth even finish. How many coats it would require would be dependent on how textured the surface is. -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14

                  By|Oct 21, 2026


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                    4.4 out of 5

                    • 4.4 out of 6,868 reviews
                    • 81% recommend this product
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                    Excellent high gloss quick drying clear coat for all uses. Use this when you cannot afford the money or time investment for epoxy or the yellowing of polyurethane. This clear coat does add a very subtle milkiness when applied in thick coats, so probably best on lighter colors, white, or gray: would not recommend over black or very deep colors. Dries to the touch, even when spread on thick, in half an hour, dries enough to recoat in 2 hours, cures completely in 8 hours. Resists temperatures up to 200 degrees. No worries about your coffee or tea cup or that hot bowl of soup out of the microwave. Perfect for painted countertops when money is tight. Brush strokes show, and it's not self-levelling, but for under twenty bucks, you cannot refinish a countertop any better! I do recommend pouring it on and spreading it across the surface thick. Did my first two coats like you would a regular paint with a foam roller and a foam brush and the texture was bad, lots of brush marks. My second two coats I just poured it out of the can and used the foam roller as a spreader and pushed it over the edge like you do an acrylic pour instead of rolling it and they came out much better. You can still see a bit of the brush/roller texture and I'm not sure if that's from my first two coats showing through or if it's just impossible to get all of the marks out. I suspect if you flood coat it and then push it out over the edge like you would an epoxy it would have a much better finish. It does spread really well and is not hard to work with but because it does have a fast dry time, so you have to generously apply it with confidence and be done. You can't go back and try to level out areas or remove marks, because you'll only make it worse. For the price, it's unbeatable. I put everything back on the countertops the very next morning after finishing it around midnight and there is absolutely no hint of any stickiness, tackiness, or marking - even under heavy appliances like the microwave. If you need the job done quick, and you need the job done inexpensively, this is the product you want.
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                    I love this acrylic paint. Easy soap and water clean up. I painted several dressers to complete new bedroom decor. No odor. Dries quickly. Much better to paint with than oil based.
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                    Needed a paint the wall to match the garage cabinets. Glossy finish that provides excellent coverage in one coat. Cleanup was easy with water.
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                    • Verified Purchase
                    I made a raised garden bed into a "bed of roses" for my yard out of old iron bed frames. This color was not only used on the box, but the roses on the frame. Color was also the same as the roses I will grow inside. Gloss color was very vibrant, easy to spread, and dried well leaving the finish I desired. I never use any other brand of paint for all my decor projects, especially outdoor yard art. Also, I got it delivered on time when I ordered it. Thanks
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                    Great paint perfect for repainting my Home Depot R2-D2 Animatronic.
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                    Disappointment
                    I was disappointed in the thickness of this paint. It was surprisingly thin. I would not buy it again.
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                    Response from Rust-OleumSupportJul 21, 2026
                    Jack, we appreciate you sharing your feedback with us! While we have limited information about the application of Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Ultra Cover Paint to know what happened, you're welcome to call us at 800-481-4785 to talk further.
                    - Rust-Oleum Product Support 10 Rustoleum
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                      My favorite paint for doors is easy to use, and good value.... I paint my garage door and looks great
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                      Not Flat Paint
                      What I received was definitely not flat paint it is gloss or semi-gloss at best. Since I painted my entire fireplace surround, I obviously cannot return it. Extremely disappointed!!!
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                      Response from Rust-OleumSupportJun 16, 2026
                      Oh no! This is not what we like to hear. We are here to help but would like to gather some additional information. Please give us a call at 800-481-4785. When calling in, please have the container of Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Ultra Cover Paint nearby so we can collect the batch information.
                      - Rust-Oleum Product Support 10 Rustoleum
                        1 found this review helpful
                        Horrible paint quality
                        I got a quart today .. everyrhing was good until applying 2 hand . Before applying i stirred the paint for like 3 mins ... Color was nice and i started appling it , once i was ready to apply second hand the paint started to look orangish at the can .. i started stirring again for the second hand again but the color looked orangish and lighter brown tone for saving some bucks end it costing me the same as buying a behr product .. never again 😒
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