Highly-rated specialty paints designed for a variety of specific surfaces and projects
The Look You Want, The Protection You Need
Available in eggshell, semi-gloss and gloss finishes
Excellent Adhesion
Bonds to a variety of metal substrates
Corrosion-Resistant
Provides effective protection against rust and corrosion
Durable, Hard Finish
Withstands tough elements on interior and exterior metal surfaces
Easy Soap and Water Clean-Up
No solvents required for cleaning
Railings
Great for metal railings and bannisters
Doors
Ideal for interior and exterior metal doors
Metal Fence
Refresh exterior metal fencing
Garage Doors
Ideal for painting metal garage doors
Chemical and Stain Resistant
Withstands repeated scrubbing with industrial cleaners and scouring agents
Abrasion Resistant
Resists repeated abrasion and mechanical wear
BEHR PREMIUM Direct-To-Metal Interior/Exterior Semi-Gloss Black Paint is 100% acrylic and provides excellent corrosion and flash rust resistance. Engineered for excellent adhesion to a variety of properly prepared or primed residential and light commercial metal surfaces. Provides a durable semi-gloss finish that withstands tough elements on both interior and exterior surfaces.
Use on properly prepared and cleaned coated and uncoated interior and exterior ferrous and non-ferrous metal surfaces
Ideal for use on metal surfaces in both residential and commercial settings
Available direct to pro only
Easy soap and water clean-up
Available in white, deep base, red, yellow and black
Available in white, deep base, red, yellow and black
Online Price includes a PaintCare fee in the following states: CA, CO, CT, DC, ME, MN, NY, OR, RI, VT, WA
Online Price includes a PaintCare fee in the following states: CA, CO, CT, DC, ME, MN, NY, OR, RI, VT, WA
Q:I have a metal front porch roof on my 102 yr old home. My ex always sanded it, then
cleaned it, let it dry and used "tinners red" paint. IS Behr Premium Direct to Metal gloss paint the "new" tinners? Should the roof be primed? with whar?
by|May 31, 2023
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Q:Does this paint come in matte or flat?
by|May 29, 2023
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A: Hi Dawn, thanks for the question. The lowest sheen that our Direct to Metal Paint comes in is Eggshell. Have a great day! -Ronald
by|May 29, 2023
Q:Can this paint be tinted to a metallic copper finish?
by|May 24, 2023
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A: Hi zzzz, thanks for your question. While our Direct to Metal paint can be tinted to a copper color, it does not have a metallic finish. Instead, it's best to find a metallic paint from your local hardware store. Have a great day! -Christina
by|May 24, 2023
Q:Can this paint be used to paint rain gutters and downs pouts?
by|May 24, 2023
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A: Hi ZVZV, thanks for your question. Yes, you can apply our Direct to Metal paint on the outside of your gutters and downspouts. Please keep in mind we don't recommend applying this paint to the inside areas that will be exposed to running rainwater. Have a great day! -Christina
by|May 24, 2023
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Nov 23, 2022
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Oct 14, 2022
Paint totally failed during application.
This paint totally failed. As a professional painter, I sprayed metal roofing panels laying flat during the heat of the day, allowing them to setup before dusk set in nearly three hours later. 15 panels in all. All but three of the panels were set and completely dry to the touch as dusk fell. 77* heat in direct sunlight when sprayed. 65* a half-hour before dusk. The last three panels never dried.
By morning, each and every panel had re-hydrated and the paint had ran like it had been sprayed down with a hose. Some of the metal was completely exposed again, and other places had ran, wrinkled, puddled, and bubbled. It was unreal. I was stunned. Complete failure.
As a professional painting contractor, I'd never used Behr products before. The paint simply failed to emulsify. I let the panels lay for several days before installing them on the roof, and at that point had no choice but to paint a second coat after installation on the steep-pitched roof itself, after MANY hours of cleaning and prepping the panels for a second coat. I only had a three-hour window that I felt I could safely apply that last coat each day, and a simple one-day installation turned into more than a week as a result.
My panels are ruined. I have no idea how well this paint will fare over the months and years ahead. The paint looks like it was applied by a total amateur. This is on an investment project that I own myself. I plan to replace the panels in the spring once the weather clears again due to the lousy finish I've ended up with as a result of this product's failure.
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Response from BehrOct 14, 2022
Hi Pro Painter, thanks for your review. I'm sorry to hear about the issues you had with our Direct to Metal Semi-Gloss Paint. This paint is not deisnged for a roof surface, so I recommend covering it with a roof paint for the most durable finish. Customer satisfaction is very important to us, so feel free to reach out to our Customer Care team directly for further assistance. They are always happy to help. Enjoy the rest of your day. -Christina
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Sep 2, 2022
Greet working very well and nice finishing
Greet working very well and nice finishing
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Aug 26, 2022
Don’t buy
Horrible paint. Clogs up sprayer really bad, sales associate said you can thin it and will work with any air gun. Sprayed on brand new metal and it rust leaked right through over night
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Response from BehrAug 29, 2022
Hi Justin, thank you for your review. Sorry to hear that the Direct to Metal Paint that you purchased kept clogging the sprayer and that the rust showed through overnight. When spraying the Direct to metal paint, it's recommended to use an airless sprayer with a .009 - .017 sized tip. I'd recommend applying another coat of paint to your project to cover over the rust. Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your feedback. Please reach out to us directly if you need further assistance; our customer care team is happy to help you! -Ronald
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May 12, 2022
Awesome stuff coming from a welder that builds metal fencing...
Awesome stuff coming from a welder that builds metal fencing and gates.
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Nov 15, 2020
Got Blotches
IDK about this paint. It goes on smooth as butter. Dries super fast. BUT, after two coats, I can see not only the brush strokes, but it’s blotchy in some areas. I prepped the doors by removing all old paint, sanded & cleaned twice with a good cleaner. Im also using high quality brush & roller. I’m going to put a 3rd coat on & see how that does it. Not sold yet.
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3 found this review helpful
Aug 25, 2020
Painted the interior side of my back door. Paint was easy to apply, looks great, and has not chi...
Painted the interior side of my back door. Paint was easy to apply, looks great, and has not chipped yet! The paint does have a strong smell when applying, but that faded quickly with some extra ventilation!
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Recommended
3 found this review helpful
Jan 1, 2020
Rating provided by a verified purchaser...
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3 found this review helpful
Aug 6, 2019
This is one of the best paints I have ever bought. It covers everything with one coat. Very durab...
This is one of the best paints I have ever bought. It covers everything with one coat. Very durable, and easy clean up. I will never buy another paint for metal again, besides this one. Unless Behr comes up with a better one. I totally stand behind the Behr product.
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3 found this review helpful
Jun 25, 2019
Used this paint over a rusty but pressure washed metal boat dock frame and cover. It went on easy...
Used this paint over a rusty but pressure washed metal boat dock frame and cover. It went on easy and looks great. Seems to have really adhered to the old metal well.