Customers say
Customers find the paint works well and stands up to elements fantastically, while being easy to apply and covering surfaces thoroughly. They appreciate its value for money, with one customer noting it’s cheaper than installing a new backsplash. The color accuracy receives mixed feedback – while some say it matches exactly, others report the color being off.
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A quick rundown of this product’s key features:
Weather and corrosion resistant coating protects exterior/interior surfaces like wood, metal, concrete, masonry and more
Oil-based formula provides a durable protective coating with excellent rust prevention
Dries to the touch in 2-4 hours and covers up to 90 sq. ft.
Excellent resistance to abrasion, fading and chipping
Glossy finish provides a fresh shine to surfaces
Superior Coverage
Superior Durability
Excellent chip resistance
Resists fading
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Our Top Reviews
Reviewer: SneakySquid
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Fantastic paint
Review: Fantastic paint, great coverage. I used this on a corn hold board so it went over plywood. It covered really well. Dried in about 2 hours to the touch but I waited a full day to sand a touch up. I did one board without primer where I put this directly on the wood. I had to sand and apply a light second coat there. The other board I used a good primer first, sanded that and then only needed one coat of this paint. The gloss texture was very smooth and seems like it would be durable.
Reviewer: John
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Best quality paint.
Review: True quality,goes on easily,covers very good,looks great.
Reviewer: Quiltin’ Granny
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Perfect
Review: Works really well.
Reviewer: Jonathan ONeal
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Quality product
Review: Applied well and covered my natural gas pipe coming into my home and meter with beautiful coat; evenly and properly- couldn’t ask for a better size or quality product.
Reviewer: Ronald M. Coker
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Leave Enough Time To Apply Multiple Thin Coats For A More Matte Finish On Smaller Items
Review: I generally don’t like oil-based paint because it’s harder to clean up, and haven’t really used much since painting models as a kid.I had some of the same issues with this paint as I did with Testors back in the 1990s: Paint goes on too thick, details of small items lost, long drying time. The main issue there, I’ve discovered, is that the paint goes on thick, but does spread and “settle” well when using a larger amount. So for larger items, it’s probably more ideal, if you’re okay with the finish.After some failures and second attempts on boot lacing hardware, I found a good method to get the results I wanted. It’s mainly just following a certain procedure to get there. My goal is to paint SOME of the boot hardware, but not all, which means getting a finish which mostly matches the paint already applied. This is more matte semi-gloss.Have mineral spirits or acetone handy to rinse your brush, as the paint in the brush will start to dry, get sticky, and make the paint much harder to apply uniformly. I didn’t bother at first with rinsing and ended up using brake cleaner, which isn’t stated in the directions, but works well enough while the mineral spirits are on the way. Feel free to thin the paint according to the instructions if necessary to get it to go on more smoothly, as it does have a tendency to goop up on items with fine detail.I found one of the keys to getting a smooth finish with this is to apply at least two THIN coats. I think a lot of people (including myself) tend to try to go for opaque coverage with one coat and try to finish quickly, and it just doesn’t work when painting small items… it just ends up looking cakey and bad when dry. From what I have seen, if the paint is shiny when you’re done applying it, it’s probably going to dry that way. As always, apply the first layer uniformly with coverage, but do not worry about it being sheer, because at least one more thin coat is necessary.It does take around 24 hours to be sure it dries completely so that it’s not sticky and you don’t fingerprint the finish. Just allow more time for your project, and it definitely helps. As you apply it though, the somewhat slower drying time can work to your advantage. If you apply, wait a few seconds for some paint to stick, and keep brushing with a dryer brush, you can remove excess paint that would dry shiny. This sometime tends to “settle” in a way that doesn’t look smooth, so you can move on to another piece for a couple of minutes and check your previous piece to make sure it’s completely smooth. If not, brush without applying more paint again to smooth the surface until enough paint has stuck to the surface and the surface of the paint is smooth and more matte, if that’s what you’re going for. Wait 24 hours and repeat this process.Again, if your results still turn out gloppy, sticky-looking and too shiny, thin the paint slightly with mineral spirits or acetone and apply many thin coats to make sure you can apply it without the paint collecting in crevices and corners of your piece. If I was using this sort of paint on a small or medium figure, for example, I would probably thin it to the maximum directed and apply as many coats as necessary to get the result I wanted.If you have something which you can spray freely with some or no masking, using a good paint gun to get get uniform coverage would probably be ideal, but again, this paint is more on the shiny side when a lot of it is applied. If I had to do this project again, I would most likely use this same paint, as I would still be going for a thin and smooth finish. Using a matte finish paint with the same viscosity might be easier, but avoiding pooling of excess paint would still be something I would want to minimize.
Reviewer: Philip
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Aluminum paint
Review: Easy to put on dries perfect
Reviewer: ROD Kirt
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Rust resistant paint
Review: Good quality paint . I paid a little more for the convenience of having to open a small can and “ use it up “ and not have a large ( opened can “ go bad before I can use it . 🤔🤷♂️
Reviewer: Shanmitha
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: excellent price and quality, Durable and High-Quality, but Needs Extra Coats
Review: I recently used Rust-Oleum Exterior Paint in gray for a small outdoor project, and I’m quite impressed with the results. Here’s my experience:Pros:• Durability: The paint is designed for outdoor use, and it really stands up to the elements. It’s been holding up well against rain and sun, showing no signs of fading or peeling after several weeks.• Smooth Finish: The paint goes on smoothly, and once it’s dry, it provides a solid, even coverage. It gives a clean, matte finish that looks professional.• Great Coverage: Even though I needed to apply multiple coats (especially on textured surfaces), the coverage was consistent and rich, and the gray color looks modern and sleek.• Fast Drying: The paint dries fairly quickly, which allowed me to finish my project in a reasonable amount of time without much wait in between coats.Cons:• Requires Multiple Coats: Depending on the surface, I found that I needed at least two to three coats to get a solid, even color, especially on lighter or rougher surfaces.• Slightly Thin Consistency: The paint is a bit thinner than some other exterior paints I’ve used, so I had to be careful to avoid drips and ensure a smooth finish.Overall: Rust-Oleum Exterior Paint in Gray is a solid choice for outdoor projects. It offers great durability and a nice finish, but be prepared for the need for multiple coats, especially on textured surfaces. The slight thinness of the consistency doesn’t take away from the final results, but it’s something to keep in mind. For a quality, long-lasting finish, this is a reliable option.
Reviewer: Paasquale Renella
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: My only problem is that the can was damaged fortunately the paint didn’t come out
Reviewer: Javier Sanchez
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Goes on well. Great coverage and finish. Very happy
Reviewer: Dave
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: As described
Reviewer: honest52
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Good to buy, easy to use
Reviewer: Alejandra Gauthier
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: My packages went to two different towns before it actually arrived at my destination, the box was all damaged on the outside, and when I opened the package, the cans were all dented.
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