Ratings & Reviews for Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Automotive Flat Light Gray Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz )
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What Customers Are Saying
The Rust-Oleum spray primer is generally effective at preventing rust and providing a good base coat for painting metal surfaces. Many customers reported that the primer applies smoothly, offers excellent coverage, and dries quickly. Several noted it sands well and creates a smooth finish for topcoats. However, some customers experienced issues with the primer not adhering properly, having a rough texture, or clogging the spray nozzle. Proper surface preparation and following the instructions closely are key to achieving the best results.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Oh this is awesome!
Would RecommendI found a product that is gonna help my life soo much! You can use this oil based primer on wood and plastic not just metal and it's so smoothe. Just follow the directions
From Stops Rust Automotive Flat Dark Gray Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz ) 6 -Pack
horrible
Would Not Recommendbought a can to spray bare 80 grit scuffed and washed metal and the primer wouldn't even stick to it kept coming off like vinyl. total garbage.
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Would RecommendProduct work great with a single pass , but gave it a second coat for protection
From Stops Rust Flat Light Gray Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 15-oz ) Verified Purchaser
Worst primer I've used
Would Not RecommendGot this primer to try and get a decent paint job done on my car's spoiler. Wasn't expecting much, but this still amazed me. After following the directions to a tee, the primer laid down with a finish comparable to low grit sandpaper. It seems that your only options are to lay it down so thick that it runs, or make your paint look like bedliner. It's also worth mentioning that if you follow the instructions on the can, you either have to apply the topcoat within an hour of spraying the primer, o...
Hi Will, it sounds like you may have experienced dry spray, which can occur if spraying too far from the surface, in direct sunlight, or in breezy co...
junk
Would Not Recommendjunk do not buy, bought 5 cans. spray pattern the size of a pencil, 1 can didnt even spray, all others spit and sputtered looks like texture spray
Oh no, this is not what we like to hear. After vigorously shaking Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Automobile Spray Primer for at least one minute once the mixi...
Bad experience
Would Not Recommendlike another review, I had the wrinkle and crusting problem. Ruined my project.. Never had this with other Rust-oleum. Will use 2 in 1 Primer Filler from now on.
From Stops Rust Automotive Flat Dark Gray Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz )
That is not what we like to hear! Keep in mind that wrinkling is a timing issue between coats, and may occur with any solvent-based primer, enamel, o...
it doesn't work for automotives
Would Not Recommendits a big waste of time, when you spray it it doesn't become hard instead it becomes sticky and it's not automotive and i wouldn't recommend this product.
From Stops Rust Automotive Flat Dark Gray Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz )
Let's see what we can figure out! For best results apply two or more coats of Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Automobile Primer a few minutes apart. Apply a to...
Not just for automotive use
Would RecommendWhile this primer is labeled for automotive use, I used it for some spots on my metal fence. The welded joints were beginning to rust and this primer was very good at covering the areas with a single application. Easy to use, great coverage and not just for cars.
From Stops Rust Automotive Flat Dark Gray Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz ) Lowe's Loop
Easy to use, saves time
Would RecommendI’ve worked with “Rust Oleum” products in the past and this one delivers the same experience – easy mixing, easy to apply, good coverage of the material worked on. I used it on my metal fence as it had some rust coming out on the welded joints and this product saved me a lot of time! The process in the past have been – 1) prep the surface by brushing/cleaning; 2) apply rust neutralizer; 3) wait 24 hours for the chemical to form a bond; 4) apply primer (usually with brush); 5) wait to dry; 6) a...
From Stops Rust Automotive Flat Dark Gray Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz ) Lowe's Loop
Simply the best product on the market
Would RecommendI have used Rust-Oleum products for many years. I have been pleased with Rust-Oleum consistently providing the best products on the market for hobbies, around the house and automotive needs. This Automotive primer is the foundation for a small repair to parts exposed to the weather and outside corrosives. Most of the time, the project needs the best protection possible. Rust-Oleum will not let you down.
From Stops Rust Automotive Flat Dark Gray Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz ) Lowe's Loop
Good coverage, good finish
Would RecommendEven though this says Automobile Primer, I didn't use it on my car. I used it on an old metal lawn chair. I prepped the chair by stripping off as much of the old peeling paint as possible and then did a general sanding. This removed the big bumps and flakes of old rust and getting, mostly, to the bare metal. There were a few spots where some surface rust was left. Next step was to wash the chair and dry completely. I shook the can and applied the primer. Primer went on pretty smoothly without...
From Stops Rust Automotive Flat Dark Gray Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz ) Lowe's Loop
Something is amiss here! It's possible you may be trying to paint galvanized metal, which the Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Automobile Primer would not b...