How to Guide
TECHNICAL DATA
SRT-55
RUST-OLEUM
®
STOPS RUST
®
BRUSH ENAMEL 100 VOC
1
Form: ARJ-1912
Rev.: 102319
DESCRIPTION AND USES
Rust-Oleum
®
Stops Rust
®
Oil-based Enamels provides
excellent rust prevention when applied directly to metal.
They also offer excellent coverage, chip resistance and color
retention. For even longer, lasting protection, use a Stops
Rust Primer first. Not for use of galvanized steel.
PRODUCTS
DESCRIPTION
1/2 PINT
QUART
Gloss Almond
-----
353574
Gloss Black
353490
353575
Gloss Hunter Green
-----
353576
Gloss Leather Brown
-----
353577
Gloss Royal Blue
-----
353578
Gloss Smoke Gray
-----
353579
Gloss Sunburst Yellow
-----
353580
Gloss Sunrise Red
-----
353581
Gloss White
353489
353582
Semi-Gloss Black
-----
353583
Semi-Gloss White
-----
353584
Anodized Bronze
-----
353585
Flat Black
353494
353586
Flat Brown
-----
353587
Flat White
353493
353588
Satin Black
353491
353589
Satin White
353492
353590
Metallic Aluminum
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353591
PRODUCT APPLICATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
STARTING PROJECT
SURFACE PREPARATION
ALL SURFACES: Remove all dirt, grease, oil, salt and
chemical contaminants by washing the surface with a
commercial detergent or other suitable cleaning method.
Rinse thoroughly with fresh water and allow to fully dry. All
surfaces must be dry at time of application.
STEEL: Scrape and wire brush or power tool clean to
remove loose rust, scale and deteriorated previous coatings.
Use 7769 Rusty Metal Primer for sound rusted or clean
metal before application of a finish coat. 7780 White Clean
Primer is best for clean metal but may be used on sound
rusted metal as well.
PREVIOUSLY COATED: Previously coated surfaces must
be sound and in good condition. Smooth, hard, or glossy
finishes should be scarified by sanding to create a surface
profile. The Stops Rust Enamels are compatible with most
coatings, but a test patch is suggested.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.)
SURFACE PREPARATION (cont.)
WARNING! If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you my
release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD
DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS SUCH AS BRAIN
DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT
WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a
NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean
up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before
you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by
contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-
424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
APPLICATION
Apply only when air and surface temperatures are between
50-90°F (10-32°C) and humidity is below 65% to ensure
proper drying. Do not apply to surfaces that will exceed
200°F (93°C). Do not use on galvanized steel.
Before using, stir thoroughly to ensure any settled pigment is
re-dispersed. If necessary, thin the material with acetone.
For brush or roller, thinning is not normally required. For air
spray, thin up to 15% with acetone. Do not thin with
gasoline, lacquer thinner, turpentine, etc. For airless spray,
thinning is not normally required. Apply with a good quality
brush, roller or spray gun.
Brush: Use light, even strokes Excessive brushing reduces
film thickness and protection.
Roller: A ⅜” nap roller should be used on rough surfaces.
Cover approximately one square yard at a time. Roll away
from previously coated area and work back to it for a uniform
appearance. Use a brush on crevices and sharp edges.
Spray Gun: Follow spray gun directions carefully. Always
keep the gun ten to twelve inches from the surface and in
motion while spraying.
DRY & RECOAT TIMES
Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F (21°C) and 50%
relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures.
Dries to the touch in 2-4 hours, to handle in 8-12 hours and
is fully dry after 24 hours. Recoat after 24 hours. Do not
apply Clear Enamel over Metallic Aluminum Finish.
CLEAN-UP
Clean brush and tools with mineral spirits.