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Stops Rust Flat Rusty Metal Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz )

Ratings & Reviews for Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Flat Rusty Metal Oil-based Spray primer ( NET WT. 12-oz )

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  4.6 out of 5
179 Reviews


91% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this primer for its effectiveness on rusted metal surfaces. Most highlight its ability to chemically react with rust, stop corrosion spread, and create a durable textured finish that bonds well to metal. Reviewers consistently commend the spray mechanism for even coverage and smooth application with no clogs. Many note quick drying time and minimal prep requirements—just wire brushing or light sanding. Users report excellent results on lamp posts, lawnmower decks, and metal fences, with some noting durability lasting over a year. A few mention rust reappearing in extreme humidity or without proper drying time between coats. Overall, most consider it a reliable base for metal restoration projects.

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179 Customer Reviews

Quick primer

 Would Recommend

Do light coats since it is runny but it dried fast

October 16, 2024
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Good quality

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Good

October 4, 2024
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Just a rattle can so easy use

 Would Recommend

Used on a metal front door after sanding great coverage

September 22, 2024
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September 10, 2024
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Response from Rust-OleumSupport

Thank you, Dave, for sharing your experience with Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Rusty Metal Primer.
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Rust-OleumSupportSeptember 10, 2024

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horrid product

 Would Not Recommend

When new, does NOT spray paint.

January 24, 2024
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Thank you for sharing your experience with Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Rusty Metal Primer.
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Rust-OleumSupportJanuary 24, 2024

Rustoleum

Easy coverage

 Would Recommend

Went on easily without and issues. Nice coverage layer of rust. I am now going to spray my actual desired color over this layer

September 21, 2023
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Good rust resistant base when covering welds

Good product

September 1, 2023
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Terrible service

Paint worked great curbside service was terrible.

July 9, 2023
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Response from Rust-OleumSupport

Thanks for sharing your experience! We recommend that you call Lowe's customer service number at (800) 445-6937, so they can further address your...

Rust-OleumSupportJuly 10, 2023

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