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12 oz. Self Etching Dark Green Interior/Exterior Primer Spray (3-Pack)

  • Etch and prime surfaces in one easy step, strong rust protection
  • Primer increases top coat adhesion for a lasting smooth finish
  • Rust preventative, spray primer covers up to 12 sq. ft. per can
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The Rust-Oleum Stops Rust 12 oz. Clean Metal Spray Primer is designed for use on lightly rusted metals and works great on bare and previously painted metals. This primer can be used both indoors and outdoors and provides coverage for up to 15 sq. ft. To use, apply directly over the rust to provide great adhesion for finishes. The primer dries in approximately 120 minutes.
  • Formula bonds tightly to metal to provide superb adhesion for finishes
  • Applies easily to indoor and outdoor metal, wood, concrete and masonry
  • Dries in approximately 120-minutes
  • Coverage approximately up to 15 sq. ft. depending on surface porosity
  • Stops rust features a comfort tip with a wider finger pad to reduce fatigue caused by continuous spraying and any-angle spray feature that allows you to spray in any direction, even upside down
  • Superior rust prevention which provides lasting protection and beauty for projects
  • Actual paint colors may vary from on-screen and printer representations
  • Actual paint colors may vary from on-screen and printer representations
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Q:Can aluminum gutter be spray painted after primer is applied?
by|Mar 8, 2023
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A:  Great question! Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Clean Metal Primer Spray can be applied to metal surfaces, provided the metal is not galvanized. The zinc on galvanized surfaces prevent oil-based paints from properly adhering. If the surface is galvanized, we recommend priming with Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Universal Bonding Primer Spray instead. Both primers can be topcoated with other spray paints. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Stops-Rust-12-oz-Universal-Bonding-Primer-Spray-6-Pack-285011/205926957 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

by|Mar 9, 2023
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    Q:For outdoor metal, is one coat sufficient? Or need multiple coats and a top layer of paint?
    by|Jan 9, 2023
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    A:  Thanks for reaching out, William! The Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Clean Metal Primer Spray can be used as your primer, but it may be a good idea to do two light coats to ensure coverage and protection over the metal. This will ensure the best protection against air and moisture and protect the metal against rust! - Rust-Oleum Product Support 1

    by|Jan 10, 2023
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      Q:Can I apply this to an outdoor breaker box to prevent rust? Or does it need an additional layer of paint?
      by|Jan 9, 2023
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      A:  Thank you for reaching out to us, Paul. The Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Clean Metal Primer would have to be topcoated to ensure the surface is properly protected against the elements. We recommend use of the Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Protective Enamel for your painting needs. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Stops-Rust-12-oz-Protective-Enamel-Flat-White-Spray-Paint-7790830/100196386 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 1

      by|Jan 11, 2023
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        Q:Can this be top coated with urethane acrylic? Looking to use on hard to reach auto inner door
        by|Dec 30, 2022
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        A:  Happy to help! Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Clean Metal Primer Spray can be topcoated with most one-part paints. Anytime you are mixing manufactures, we do recommend applying in a test area firs to ensure favorable results. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

        by|Jan 3, 2023
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          Customer Reviews

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          Cloggs up the nozzles.
          I had a can of this spray primer for a while and I do all the recommended steps. Shake for at least 1 minute (my personal minimum is 3 minutes), I clean the nozzle between uses. Still clogs the nozzles. I had a can of Automotive primer (gray in color) that I used up but the nozzle was still good. Tried it on this can and it did the same thing after about 3 minutes of spraying. The picture I attached has the gray and white primer on the nozzle. I also wish Rust-o-leum sold replacement nozzles.
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          Response from Rust-OleumSupportMar 10, 2023
          We want to try to help, Sean! If needing assistance with your nozzles and can of Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Clean Metal Primer, please give us a call at (800) 481-4785. The nozzles can also be removed and soaked in mineral spirits to help clear them and keep them clean.
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            Worked great enjoyed using
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            Priming metal surfaces before painting
            I am no DIY expert but, it has recently become a hobby. I found that this product made my final color stand out and adhere very well to the table I was refurbishing.
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            Bass
            Its hard to judge this product, it is probably the most durable primer for metal, however in the wrong hands it can run easily as a few members reported. With that said I had a professional sprayer coat two fenders and a hood and not one drip, so this is the correct product in the right hands. If your not used to spraying and spraying something ( especially vertically) where the finish is of great significance like a car, I wouldn't take on the task yourself, get someone with experience as it is extremely difficult to sand off, which is a good thing. If this is for a mailbox or so, than have at it.
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              This primer worked really great on my wrought iron railings. I striped them down to bare metal wi...
              This primer worked really great on my wrought iron railings. I striped them down to bare metal with my angle grinder and sprayed this on the next morning. About 15 mins later I went into two coats of satin Canyon Black paint. Everything bonded really well and I am pleased with the results. I will note when spray painting, you need to cover any area you dont want paint on. I found that especially true with this primer. It 'travelled' further than the black paint. Can has good coverage, thick coat. Both railings took 3 cans/coat.
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              Sprayed on nicely and evenly, left a great finish. Top coat adhered well and left a top notch fin...
              Sprayed on nicely and evenly, left a great finish. Top coat adhered well and left a top notch finish.
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              Great spray paint
              The coverage of the white primer applied well on both bare metal and previous painted prepared surfaces.
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              4 found this review helpful
              Smooth finish and it filled in the area where the...
              Smooth finish and it filled in the area where the rust was.
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              Covers well but need to shake up really good....
              Covers well but need to shake up really good.
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              I bought this primer to apply before repainting an outdoor...
              I bought this primer to apply before repainting an outdoor light. The surface was mostly clean metal with some old paint left in places. It seems to have worked well in providing a better bonding surface for the paint.
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