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Customer Reviews for Rust-Oleum Stops Rust 12 oz. Protective Enamel Gloss Black Spray Paint

  • Ultimate rust protection in a tough, attractive finish
  • Durable protective coating for use on indoor/outdoor surfaces
  • Spray paint for metal and other surfaces with rich color

Customer Reviews

  • 4.5 out of 6,732 reviews
  • 88% recommend this product
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Don't waste your money
Out of 3 cans so far 2 have clogged on me. Not worth the money. Tried recommendations to unclog but didn't work.
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Response from Rust-OleumSupportApr 28, 2025
Holly, that is not how we want the Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Protective Enamel Spray Paint to perform. It sounds like the nozzle may have become blocked. It is vital to vigorously shake the can for at least 1 minute after the mixing ball begins to rattle before pushing the nozzle and to shake often during use to keep the pigments mixed and avoid issues like clogging and sputtering. You can also remove a clog from the nozzle by soaking the nozzle in mineral spirits. If you require any further assistance, please keep the 2 cans handy and phone us at 800-481-4785. We would love the opportunity to try to make this right with you!
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 15 Rustoleum
    This paint is perfect for making your old Easter bunnies look like real chocolate. Next time I'll break an ear off the bunny and then paint it to make it look even more realistic.
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    My husband sprained the door he customized and it’s super shiny.
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    Applies easily and finishes smoothly. Follow directions for drying time and layers.
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    Our patio furniture is over 30 years old now but you wouldn't know from looking at it. I've found I can depend on Rust oleum spray enamel to keep it looking like new. two twelve-ounce can was enough to cover my four patio chairs with some to spare. Easy to use cans don't clog. Made in USA.
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    A week’s worth of hard work ruined!
    I spent a week removing paint from an old medicine cabinet, painting it white with Rustoleum spray paint, then added a final gloss coat with another Rustoleum-brand product (Gloss Clear Enamel). This product caused the paint below to bubble up and flake off, wasting an entire week’s worth of work, over $50 of supplies, and my hope for salvaging this project. DO NOT BUY RUSTOLEUM PRODUCTS.
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    Response from Rust-OleumSupportMay 14, 2024
    Oh no, let's see if we can clear things up. Based on what you described it sounds like you're experiencing wrinkling. This is typically due to applying additional coats or a top coat outside the recoat window. Most of our paints can be top coated either within 1 hour or after 48 hours.
    -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14 Rustoleum
      Forgiving
      This spray paint is the most forgiving spray paint that I've ever used. Spray progressively heavier coats, by the 3rd coat its almost impossible to make a mistake. The new spray tip with 5 settings is a tremendous invention. I can't be happier with this product. * This review is assuming that the paint holds up and stays looking nice like Rustoleum paint typically does.
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        Best for DIY!!!
        This stuff is on point 😤 A little hard to get used to if you have never sprayed with rattle cans, but it gets the job done!
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          bad nozzle
          The nozzle broke off the first time I opened the can. No way to fix it. Terrible quality .
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          Response from Rust-OleumSupportOct 13, 2023
          This is never what we like to hear! We would like to make things right, can you please give us a call at (800) 481-4785, and we would be more than happy to assist you further.
          -Rust-Oleum Product Support 14 Rustoleum
            • Recommended
            It was used to repaint my mower deck after I rebuilt it and also painted links to lower a holder of kitchen cooking items . I have pictures of before and after painting .
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            1 found this review helpful
            +----+ Made my 30 year old rusted propane tank look like new and got 25 free gallons of propane on my last fill up worth $73 from the supplier for painting it.
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              3 found this review helpful
              Best spray paint.
              I repainted an old rusty patio table. It looks like new.
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              • Recommended
              Beautiful finish
              Looks great on some plastic planters that we inherited from the neighbor.
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              • Recommended
              Good
              Nice color. Spray worked well.
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              • Recommended
              Good color
              Good color but I didn't like this enamel, and I ended up using A paint and Primer spray instead. My problem was trying to spray the enamel over a primer to begin with. It didn't work and bubbled up and started cracking every where, really looked bad. Maybe that was on me because I used to different sprays, I don't know. But this didn't work for me.
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              Response from Rust-OleumSupportMar 9, 2023
              Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experinece! When applying Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Protective Enamel Spray Paint over a new paint or primer application, it is essential that you are checking the recoat time for that paint or primer. Most of our sprays need to be recoated within 1 hour or after 48 hours. If you sand before applying a new coat, we recommend waiting another 48 hours. This is done to prevent wrinkling, which sounds like what you experienced.
              - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3 Rustoleum
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              Brand new trailer
              Repainted a utility trailer. Covered well and looks like new
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              • Recommended
              Worked great on the restoration of my 1968 Honda Mini-Trail...
              Worked great on the restoration of my 1968 Honda Mini-Trail
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              Protection
              [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this to paint over signs to reduce their wear and tear. I like to decorate my yard with garden stuff and they always tarnish, rust and the color fades. I sprayed them all with this and so far so good. It sprayed evenly and was effortless.
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                Rust-Oleum spray: A known performer that I Trust for outdoor applications
                I purchased Rust-Oleum spray to refinish an outdoor light fixture in the Entry way of my home.
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                1 found this review helpful
                Works well for me.
                Use for the stars in my flags. Works great. Leaves a good finish on these wooden flags.
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                • Recommended
                2 found this review helpful
                Nice product!
                Great formulation. Sprays on easily with excellent coverage and dries quickly. Satin finish is very uniform. Allowed for fast refinish a filing cabinet.
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                • Recommended
                RV makeover
                Great coverage & looks good
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                • Recommended
                Enamel gloss
                [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the product! It was easy to use, dried quickly, and hopefully will prevent rust on our gate. It was 63 degrees here in Michigan so I was able to finish the project. I also tested it as a sealer on a few rocks. Dried clear.
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                  • Recommended
                  Easy to use
                  [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Rust-oleum Crystal Clear Enamel is super easy to use. I have used it on a number of different items that I want to protect from the elements. Before he passed away my father made me a table for outside and it was starting to show its age. I sprayed it with this and it brought it back to life. The pictures really don’t show the transformation. I was able to get in between all of the slats.
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                    • Recommended
                    Rustoleum Protective Enamel Semi-Gloss
                    Rustoleum Protective Enamel Semi-Gloss worked as expected and is severely difficult to remove from glass.
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                    • Recommended
                    It took many more cans of paint than I thought...
                    It took many more cans of paint than I thought it would to cover the green on an artificial Christmas tree. I used three colors to make a Candy Corn Tree and for a 6 ft. tree it took over 20 cans of paint. Lesson learned - should have bought a white tree. Not sure it was the paint's fault, maybe just the project was too difficult.
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                    Response from Rust-OleumSupportOct 6, 2022
                    Thank you for sharing your experience. If applying Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Protective Enamel Paint over a contrasting color, or going from a darker color to a lighter one, we do recommend the use of a primer to help with coverage. Please keep in mind, surfaces with a lot of open spaces will also need more paint because of the amount of overspray likely to occur.
                    - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3 Rustoleum
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                    1 found this review helpful
                    Wish I hadn't purchased
                    Bought it as a protective layer on a metal table. Easily scrapes off. Now I need something to protect this paint
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                    Response from Rust-OleumSupportOct 6, 2022
                    Let's talk about this, Michael! To ensure full adhesion of Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Clear Enamel Spray, it is essential that bare metal is lightly sanded to create a surface profile. Please keep in mind, this coating will take at least 7 days to fully cure in ideal conditions. After this point, the coating has reached full hardness and adhesion. We recommend avoiding scratching or abrading the surface before that point.
                    - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3 Rustoleum
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                    3 found this review helpful
                    Easy to use
                    I recently painted a piece of outdoor furniture with a brush. Afterwards, I noticed I missed some spots.that the brush couldn't reach. Thankfully I went over it with this spray and am very satisfied with the outcome .
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                    • Recommended
                    1 found this review helpful
                    Excellent used for spots cow...
                    Excellent used for spots cow
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                    Product Snapshot

                    Ideal for rust protection and durability, this spray paint offers superior coverage up to 12 sq. ft. and dries in 120 minutes.
                    Ideal for rust protection and durability on various surfaces, ensuring long-lasting beauty for your projects.
                    Ideal for metal and wood surfaces, offering superior rust protection and a variety of custom spray nozzles.
                    Ideal for rust reformation, transforming rusty surfaces into paintable areas and preventing future rust, with a flat black finish.

                    Coverage Area

                    Up to 12 sq. ft.
                    Up to 12 sq. ft.
                    10 sq. ft.
                    10 sq. ft.

                    Drying Time

                    120 minutes
                    120 minutes
                    2-4 hours
                    20 min

                    Finish Type

                    Gloss
                    Flat/Matte
                    Gloss, Semi-gloss, Satin, Flat/Matte
                    Flat/Matte

                    Rust Protection

                    Multi-Surface Use