Zero Rust is the most highly refined phenolic-modified alkyd formulation available today in a single-component air-dried coating. Contrary to most of the two-component coatings systems available today, which are hard to work with and require a white sandblast before applying, Zero Rust is easy to work with; it goes on just like paint did 20 years ago. When applying Zero Rust, you need to use only a standard paint fume mask instead of a fresh-air-supplied breathing apparatus (NIOSH MSHA approved TC-23C).

What does Zero Rust do?.  .(top)

Zero Rust puts down an impermeable barrier at the steel level.  This barrier starves oxygen from the substrate, preventing the formation of rust.  Zero Rust gives you maximum performance when it is applied directly to metal instead of over existing paint or conversion coats.  In other words, the closer you can get Zero Rust to the steel, the better it works.

What about surface preparation?..  (top)

The culprit here is loose, scaly or powdery rust which has air entrapped within its structure and has no inherent physical strength. Typically, hand tool prep will remove the existing loose rust and work the surface down to sound tight rust.  Then, with the application of an adequate film of Zero Rust, any remaining tight rust on the substrate can't breathe, so it can't grow!
(See the section on surface preparation in our Technical Information page.

Do I need to topcoat Zero Rust?..  (top)

No. Top coating is optional.  Anything applied over Zero Rust is for cosmetic purposes only. If you can find the color you want from our color selection and if Zero Rust's satin finish is acceptable, use Zero Rust by itself.  
If you would like a glossy finish with excellent UV (ultraviolet) protection, we recommend top coating with our Crystal Coat.  Other topcoats can be applied per our instructions under Technical Information.

So, if Zero Rust is this good, where has it been?..(top)

Zero Rust has been field tested since 1988 across a broad range of industrial & commercial uses: automotive restorations, heavy equipment, agricultural, forestry, bridge maintenance and commercial fishing boats, to name just a few. 

How do I get started?.. (top)

Buy some aerosol cans to try Zero Rust. The product in the aerosol cans is the same as in our bulk products, so it doesn't take a major investment to try our paint. 

What colors are available?...(top)

Black, red oxide, white, gray, cat yellow, tide green, tan, and the Safety colors: blue, yellow and red. These colors are basic, and most users find one of them meets their needs. 
Please check our Color Chart page to see our color selections.

How much Zero Rust do I need to use?.  (top)

3 to 3.5 mils dft (dry film thickness) over profile yields excellent results. Less that this can yield a "starved" condition resulting in less than optimum results. At the same time, inordinately thick films can be extremely slow to dry/cure. At 3 mils dft, figure about 288 square feet per gallon.

An easy visual barometer for the user is to apply two coats in two dissimilar colors. Apply a good medium coat of the first color followed by the second color. Once the first coat is hidden by the second, QUIT. As a rule of thumb, this works extremely well on all projects that are not heavily pitted. If there is heavy pitting, it will be necessary to apply more product.

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