Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Flat Aluminum Primer, Quart – Durable Adhesion

Prepare aluminum and galvanized metal surfaces with confidence using Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Flat Aluminum Primer. This water-based acrylic base coats provides a solid foundation for oil-based enamels, latex paints, and aerosols, helping you achieve a durable, uniform finish on metal substrates.

Key benefits

• Excellent adhesion to aluminum and galvanized metal, creating a reliable base for topcoats.
• Weather and corrosion resistant formulation suitable for exterior and interior projects.
• Water-based acrylic formula delivers a durable protective layer with rust-prevention properties.
• Dries to the touch in 1–2 hours and covers about 55–90 sq ft per quart, depending on surface texture.
• Creates a flat gray foundation that accepts a wide range of topcoats for different looks.

Ideal uses

• Metal surfaces such as aluminum siding, gutters, rails, and outdoor furniture.
• Interior metal parts like appliance frames or components that require a sturdy base coat.
• Locations that benefit from a durable undercoat for heavy-use environments or exposed settings.

How to use for best results

• Ensure surfaces are clean, dry, and free of loose rust or debris before priming.
• Stir thoroughly, apply with brush, roller, or spray, and allow 1–2 hours between coats.
• Primer dries to touch in 1–2 hours and accepts oil-based enamels, latex paints, or aerosols as topcoats.
• One quart covers roughly 55–90 sq ft depending on texture and porosity.

Starting with this base helps create a solid underpinning for your chosen topcoats, supporting color adhesion and long-term performance on metal surfaces without masking the natural material look.