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About Metalshield® Rust Primer
Dulux Metalshield® Rust Primer is the ultimate 2-in-1 primer that blocks and stops rust. This fast drying technology is ideal for projects that require easy application and quick turnaround.
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Application
At a glance
- Available in 500ml or 1L sizes
- Can be applied over hard to remove rust
- Industrial Coating
- Fast dry cationic acrylic primer
- Recoat after 1 hour
Areas to use
Surfaces
Rusted metal
Previously Painted Surfaces
• Remove any loose, flaky rust by scraping, sanding with p320 sandpaper or wire brushing.
• Use Mineral Turpentine to remove all grease, oil and rust residues and allow to completely dry prior to priming.
Brush, roller
• Shake the container for 15 - 20 seconds before opening.
• Pour contents into a plastic container or roller tray.
• Apply 1 or more coats of Metalshield Rust Primer™ by brush roller or air spray to a suitably prepared surface.
• For best results apply Metalshield Rust Primer™ immediately after surface preparation is completed.
• Metalshield Rust Primer™ will darken wherever it is applied over rust.
• Metalshield Rust Primer™ must be overcoated within 7 days.
• Application and drying temperatures MUST be above 10C.
Unused paint
Do not pour leftover paint down the drain.
Unwanted paint should be brushed out on newspaper and allowed to dry, and then disposed of via domestic waste collections.
For more information on responsible disposal of paint and packaging visit painttakeback.co.nz or paintback.com.au.
Empty paint containers
Leave empty paint containers open in a well-ventilated area to dry out. When dry, recycle the container via steel can recycling programs.
Disposal of empty paint containers via domestic recycling programs may differ between local authorities. Check with your local council first.
Do not reuse container unless thoroughly decontaminated.
For more information on responsible disposal of paint and packaging visit paintback.com.au or painttakeback.co.nz
Metalshield® Rust Primer
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