TECHNICAL DATA SRT-02

STOPS RUST®
ENAMEL BRUSH

.DESCRIPTION AND USES . ..PRODUCT APPLICATION .

® ®
Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Oil-based Enamels provides excellent SURFACE PREPARATION (cont.)
rust prevention when applied directly to metal. They also offer
excellent coverage, chip resistance and color retention. For even STEEL: Scrape and wire brush or power tool clean to
longer, lasting protection, use a Stops Rust Primer first. Not for remove loose rust, scale and deteriorated previous
use of galvanized steel. coatings. Use 7769 Rusty Metal Primer for sound rusted
or clean metal before application of a finish coat. 7780
.PRODUCTS . White Clean Primer is best for clean metal but may be
Quarts ½Pints Description used on sound rusted metal as well.

7715502 7715730 Metallic Aluminum PREVIOUSLY COATED: Previously coated surfaces must
7724502 ---- Sail Blue be sound and in good condition. Smooth, hard, or glossy
7727502 7727730 Royal Blue finishes should be scarified by sanding to create a surface
7733502 ---- Dark Hunter Green profile. The Stops Rust Enamels are compatible with most
7738502 7738730 Hunter Green coatings, but a test patch is suggested.
7747502 7747730 Sunburst Yellow WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint from
7754502 ---- Anodized Bronze any surface, you may release lead paint dust. LEAD IS
7762502 7762730 Sunrise Red TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE
7763502 ---- Carnival Red SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE;
7765502 7765730 Regal Red ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN
7768502 ---- Burgundy SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH
7770502 7770730 Almond approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up
7771502 7771730 Sand carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you
7775502 7775730 Leather Brown start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by
7776502 7776730 Flat Black contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-
---- 7777730 Satin Black 424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
7779504 7779730 Gloss Black
7784502 ---- Charcoal Gray APPLICATION
7786502 7786730 Smoke Gray
Before using, stir thoroughly to ensure any settled pigment
7789502 ---- Canvas White
is re-dispersed. If necessary, thin the material with
7790502 7790730 Flat White
acetone. For brush or roller, thinning is not normally
---- 7791730 Satin White
required. For air spray, thin up to 15% with acetone. Do
7792504 7792730 Gloss White
not thin with gasoline, lacquer thinner, turpentine, etc. For
7797502 ---- Semi-Gloss White
airless spray, thinning is not normally required. Apply with
7798502 ---- Semi-Gloss Black
a good quality brush, roller or spray gun.
239083 239084 Flat Brown
Brush: Use light, even strokes Excessive brushing
..PRODUCT APPLICATION . reduces film thickness and protection.

PAINTING CONDITIONS Roller: A ⅜” nap roller should be used on rough surfaces.

Cover approximately one square yard at a time. Roll away
Apply only when air and surface temperatures are from previously coated area and work back to it for a
between 50-90°F (10-32°C) and humidity is below 85% to uniform appearance. Use a brush on crevices and sharp
ensure proper drying. Do not apply to surfaces that will edges.
exceed 200°F (93°C). Do not use on galvanized steel. Spray Gun: Follow spray gun directions carefully. Always
SURFACE PREPARATION keep the gun ten to twelve inches from the surface and in
motion while spraying.
ALL SURFACES: Remove all dirt, grease, oil, salt and
chemical contaminants by washing the surface with a DRY & RECOAT TIMES
commercial detergent or other suitable cleaning method. Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F (21°C) and 50%
Rinse thoroughly with fresh water and allow to fully dry. All relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures.
surfaces must be dry at time of application. Dries to the touch in 2-4 hours, to handle in 5-9 hours and
is fully dry after 24 hours. Recoat after 24 hours. Do not
apply Clear Enamel over Stops Rust Bright Coat Finish or
Aluminum Finish.
CLEAN-UP
Clean brush and tools with mineral spirits.

1 Form: GDH-705
Rev.: 021317
 TECHNICAL DATA

STOPS RUST ENAMEL BRUSH

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES .

High Gloss Semi-Gloss Flat Metallic

Resin Type Oil modified Alkyd Oil modified Alkyd Oil modified Alkyd Oil modified Alkyd
Pigment Type Varies with Color Varies with Color Varies with Color Varies with Color

Solvents Mineral Spirits Mineral Spirits Mineral Spirits Mineral Spirits

Weight Per Gallon 7.4-9.9 lbs. 8.3-9.9 lbs. 11.0-11.3 lbs. 7.9 lbs.

Per Liter 0.9-1.2 kg 1.0-1.2 kg 1.3-1.4 kg 0.9 kg

By Weight 51.0-52.2% 52.5-63.0% 54.7-69.7% 46.0%

Solids
By Volume 37.0-42.3% 38.5-43.1% 38.1-47.6% 34.5%

Volatile Organic Compounds <485 g/l <485 g/l <485 g/l <485 g/l
(4.05 lbs./gal.) (4.05 lbs./gal.) (4.05 lbs./gal.) (4.05 lbs./gal.)
Recommended Dry Film 1.5-2.5 mils 1.5-2.5 mils 1.5-2.5 mils 1.5-2.5 mils
Thickness (DFT) Per Coat (37.5-62.5µ) (37.5-62.5µ) (37.5-62.5µ) (37.5-62.5µ)

Wet Film to Achieve DFT 4.0-6.0 mils 4.0-6.0 mils 4.0-6.0 mils 3.0-4.5 mils
(100-150µ) (100-150µ) (100-150µ) (75-112.5µ)
Theoretical Coverage at 148-170 sq.ft./qt. 154-173 sq.ft./qt. 153-191 sq.ft./qt. 90-140 sq.ft./qt.
1 mil DFT (25µ) (14.6-16.7 m2/l) (15.2-17.0 m2/l) (15.0-18.8 m2/l) (8.9-13.8 m2/l)
Practical Coverage 50-90 sq.ft./qt. 50-100 sq.ft./qt. 50-110 sq.ft./qt. 80-120 sq.ft./qt.
at Recommended DFT (4.5-8.2 m2) (4.5-9.1 m2) (4.5-10.0 m2) (7.3-10.9 m2)

Dry Times at 70-80°F Touch 2-4 hours 2-4 hours 2-4 hours 2-4 hours
(21-27°C) and 50%
Handle 5-9 hours 5-9 hours 5-9 hours 5-9 hours
Relative Humidity
Recoat After 24 hours After 24 hours After 24 hours After 24 hours

Dry Heat Resistance 200°F (93°C)

Shelf Life 5 years
Flash Point 104°F (40°C)
Safety Information For additional information, see SDS

The technical data and suggestions for use contained herein are correct to the best of our knowledge, and offered in good faith. The statements of this literature
do not constitute a warranty, express, or implied, as to the performance of these products. As conditions and use of our materials are beyond our control, we
can guarantee these products only to conform to our standards of quality, and our liability, if any, will be limited to replacement of defective materials. All
technical information is subject to change without notice.

Rust-Oleum Corporation Form: GDH-705

11 Hawthorn Parkway Phone: 877•385•8155 Rev.: 021317
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061 www.rustoleum.com
An RPM Company