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FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
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1. How do you
ensure my shipment will arrive intact?
2. What is the best type of surface on which
to paint Rust Bullet®?
3. How much Rust Bullet® do I need for
my project?
4. Do I need to treat or prepare the rusted
surface before applying Rust Bullet®?
5. Does the metal surface to be coated need
to be bare or can it have paint on it?
6. Can I apply Rust Bullet® on a damp or
wet surface?
7. Why should I wear gloves and protective
clothing while using Rust Bullet®?
8. Do I need to stir Rust Bullet® before
use?
9. How thickly should I apply Rust Bullet®?
10. How long do I wait between coats?
11. How long does Rust Bullet® take to
dry?
12. What is the temperature range for applying
Rust Bullet®?
13. What is the temperature service range
of Rust Bullet®?
14. Can I paint over Rust Bullet®, and
if so what sort of paint should I use?
15. When can I apply another coating or paint
on top of Rust Bullet® and should I sand the surface
first?
16. What do you recommend for clean up when
using Rust Bullet®?
17. Can I get Rust Bullet® in other colors?
18. Will Rust Bullet® form a "chalky"
surface over time?
19. Will Rust Bullet® hold up to ultraviolet
rays?
20. How resistant is Rust Bullet® to chemicals
and automotive fluids?
21. Can I thin Rust Bullet® with some
sort of solvent?
22. Can I pour Rust Bullet® into another
container?
23. What happens if the lid sticks from coating
dried in the rim of can?
24. Does Rust Bullet® have a shelf life?
25. How does Rust Bullet® compare in price
to other coatings?
26. Is Rust Bullet® available in larger
sizes?
27. What is the difference between Rust Bullet® and
Rust Bullet® Automotive?
28. Will Rust Bullet® protect my wrought
iron railings and fixtures from damage caused by seawater
salt spray?
29. Will Rust Bullet® protect my concrete
shop floor?
30. How should I clean my garage floor prior
to applying Rust Bullet®?
31. Can Rust Bullet® protect my metal
roof?
Q: 1. How do you ensure
my shipment will arrive intact?
A: All Rust Bullet® shipments are packed and shipped
to meet the shipping requirements specific to our products.
Q: 2. What is the best
type of surface on which to paint Rust Bullet®?
A: Rust Bullet® protects iron, steel and most other
metals. Rust Bullet® also provides excellent protection
for concrete, wood, fiberglass, and many other surfaces.
Painted surfaces should be tested on a small area for lifting
or cracking. Rust Bullet® is resistant to acid splash
and chemical solvents. Rust Bullet® applies directly
over rusty and clean surfaces providing permanent rust protection
with phenomenal adhesion.
Q: 3. How much Rust Bullet®
do I need for my project?
A: Rust Bullet® covers approximately 200 square feet
per gallon with a two coat application, depending on type
and condition of the surface.
Q: 4. Do I need to treat
or prepare the rusted surface before applying Rust Bullet®?
A: Little or NO surface preparation is necessary. The surface
to be coated must be free of loose flakes of rust or paint,
moisture, dirt, mildew, oily substances, wax and loose particles.
The surface to be coated must be completely dry. Please
refer to our Application Guidelines, http://www.rustbullet.com/Application.htm
Q: 5. Does the metal
surface to be coated need to be bare or can it have paint
on it?
A: Either way, just make sure loose flakes of rust or paint
are scraped or wire brushed off. Rust Bullet® will penetrate
some paints, but works best when it is in direct contact
with a rusted surface or bare metal. To aid in the adhesion
of Rust Bullet® to existing paint, we recommend roughing
up the painted surface prior to the application of Rust
Bullet®.
Q: 6. Can I apply Rust
Bullet® on a damp or wet surface?
A: No. It is extremely important that the surface be completely
dry.
Q: 7. Why should I wear
gloves and protective clothing while using Rust Bullet®?
A: Rust Bullet® is formulated to have very tenacious
adhesion; for this reason, it will stick permanently to
whatever it touches. If it dries on your skin, it will wear
away eventually but it will not simply wash off. Expect
7 to 10 days for it to wear off.
Q: 8. Do I need to stir
Rust Bullet® before use?
A: Yes, Rust Bullet® should be stirred thoroughly prior
to use. Avoid whipping air into Rust Bullet®. Shaking
the container of Rust Bullet® prior to application may
cause the formation of bubbles in the finish of the coating.
Q: 9. How thickly should
I apply Rust Bullet®?
A: Our experience has shown that 6 to 7 mils dry film thickness
is required for optimum performance. At least two coats
of Rust Bullet® must be applied, dry film thickness
of 3 mils each (0.003 inches or 0.076 millimeters). Additional
coats may be needed to meet the recommended finished dry
film thickness. For heavy industrial or marine use, a repeated
coating of Rust Bullet® not to be less than 12 mils
finished dry film thickness is recommended.
Q: 10. How long do I
wait between coats?
A: Optimum drying time between coats is 2 to 4 hours, not
to exceed 72 hours. It is important to rough the surface
with 150 grit sand paper or scuff pad prior to the application
of additional coats of Rust Bullet® if 72 hours have
lapsed between coats or between the final coat of Rust Bullet®
and the application of a topcoat. Please refer to our Application
Guidelines, http://www.rustbullet.com/Application.htm
Q: 11. How long does
Rust Bullet® take to dry?
A: Dry to the touch after 4 hours; fully cured in 72 hours.
Drying time depends on ambient temperature and humidity.
Q: 12. What is the temperature
range for applying Rust Bullet®?
A: Optimum temperature range to apply Rust Bullet® is
35°F (2°C) to 110°F (43°C). Never apply
Rust Bullet® while raining or under threat of rain.
Q: 13. What is the temperature
service range of Rust Bullet®?
A: The temperature service range of Rust Bullet® is
-30°F (-34°C) to 314°F (157°C).
Q: 14. Can I paint over
Rust Bullet®, and if so what sort of paint should I
use?
A: Yes, but it is not necessary unless you desire a color
other than metallic gray. Rust Bullet® is protection
in itself from sun, water, mechanical abuse and weather;
however, we have successfully painted over it with almost
every type of paint and coating. It is an excellent adhesion
promoter and enhances the adhesive properties of any topcoat
you may wish to apply.
Q: 15. When can I apply
another coating or paint on top of Rust Bullet® and
should I sand the surface first?
A: You may apply another coating 24 hours after the final
coat of Rust Bullet®. Rust Bullet® is an excellent
adhesion promoter; unless 72 hours have lapsed since the
final coat of Rust Bullet®, no sanding is necessary.
Q: 16. What do you recommend
for clean up when using Rust Bullet®?
A: Wipe off fresh, uncured Rust Bullet® immediately
by using acetone, xylene, toluene, or MEK. Follow solvent
manufacturer's directions. Cured product is removed with
sandpaper or sharp tool. Avoid getting on body, clothes,
or any surface not intended to coat, as Rust Bullet®
is permanent and after curing cannot be removed without
abrasive action. Application equipment must be cleaned immediately
after use to avoid damage.
Q: 17. Can I get Rust
Bullet® in other colors?
A: No. Unlike paint producers, we are not interested in
decoration; rust/corrosion protection and prevention is
our only goal. However, if you wish to apply a decorative
finish over the final coat of Rust Bullet®, any conventional
paint will work for this purpose.
Q: 18. Will Rust Bullet®
form a "chalky" surface over time?
A: No. Rust Bullet® will never form a "chalky"
surface.
Q: 19. Will Rust Bullet®
hold up to ultraviolet rays?
A: Yes. Rust Bullet® is formulated to block out the
harmful rays of the sun.
Q: 20. How resistant
is Rust Bullet® to chemicals and automotive fluids?
A: Rust Bullet® is very resistant to acids and a wide
variety of chemicals.
Q: 21. Can I thin Rust
Bullet® with some sort of solvent?
A: No. Do not reduce or thin Rust Bullet®. Because of
the exact balance of viscosity, solvent, and active ingredients
that must be maintained, Rust Bullet® must not be thinned.
Thinning or adding any other product to Rust Bullet®
will compromise the performance and quality of the cured
product.
Q: 22. Can I pour Rust
Bullet® into another container?
A: Rust Bullet® is packaged in unlined paint cans. If
for any reason Rust Bullet® is transferred to another
container; clean, unlined, paint cans (or similar unlined
metal containers) must be used.
Q: 23. What happens
if the lid sticks from coating dried in the rim of can?
A: We recommend that you shake the can vigorously for one
minute, then punch a hole and pour into another clean, unlined
paint can or similar unlined metal container. Shaking Rust
Bullet® prior to application may cause the formation
of bubbles in the finish of the coating. Wait a sufficient
amount of time for bubbles to dissipate and stir thoroughly
before using Rust Bullet®.
Q: 24. Does Rust Bullet®
have a shelf life?
A: Yes; two years if kept in an airtight, unopened container.
Q: 25. How does Rust
Bullet® compare in price to other coatings?
A: Rust Bullet® is competitively priced. Please note:
Add additional costs to the total cost of other products
for added steps and often extensive surface preparation.
In addition to the high cost of preparation, the containment
and disposal of the waste created by these extensive preparation
procedures in order to comply with EPA (Environmental Protection
Agency) requirements could be far greater than the initial
cost of the product. None of these extensive preparation
procedures are needed for Rust Bullet®, so these substantial
costs do not apply. Please refer to our Product Comparison
Chart, http://www.rustbullet.com/Comparison/ProdComp.htm
Q: 26. Is Rust Bullet®
available in larger sizes?
A: Yes. Rust Bullet® is available in sizes appropriate
for small or large projects. Please be aware that Rust Bullet®
is a specialized moisture cure product that must not have
its liquid contents exposed to the air for more than 2 to
3 hours. If you are using our larger containers, such as
5 gallon pails, it is critical that you pour out only the
amount needed and reseal the remaining contents or use the
entire contents within 2 to 3 hours.
Q: 27. What is the difference
between Rust Bullet® and Rust Bullet® Automotive?
A: Rust Bullet® Automotive contains more metal than
Rust Bullet® providing a smoother finish usually desired
for automotive projects; however, both Rust Bullet®
and Rust Bullet® Automotive contain the same anti corrosion
and protective properties and will provide an outstanding
defense against rust, corrosion, and other damaging elements
for any and all projects that need to be protected.
Q: 28. Will Rust Bullet®
protect my wrought iron railings and fixtures from damage
caused by seawater salt spray?
A: Yes. Rust Bullet® is the ideal coating for protecting
your wrought iron railings, gates, and fixtures from the
corrosive effect of salt water. Rust Bullet® out performed
the market leaders in rust/corrosion control products in
the Seawater Spray (Fog) Chamber Test. This test is considered
to be the toughest weathering test that a coating can undergo.
For heavy industrial or marine use, a repeated coating of
Rust Bullet®, not to be less than 12 mils finished dry
coat thickness, is recommended. Please refer to the test
results of the Seawater Spray (Fog) Chamber Test, http://www.rustbullet.com/IndTesting/NTS/ASTM_B117.htm
Q: 29. Will Rust Bullet®
protect my concrete shop floor?
A: Yes. Rust Bullet® is an excellent coating for concrete.
It not only creates a moisture barrier that seals concrete
from oils, water, and chemicals such as battery acid, hydrochloric
acid and the more powerful sulfuric acid, but it will actually
make your concrete stronger and more wear resistant, adding
years to its life. Please refer to the California Recycling
Plant "Real Life" testing, http://www.rustbullet.com/CurrentUsers/Concrete/Recycle.htm
Q: 30. How should I
clean my garage floor prior to applying Rust Bullet®?
A: Just rinse off the dirt and debris and let the surface
dry fully.
Q: 31. Can Rust Bullet®
protect my metal roof?
A: Yes. Rust Bullet® is the ideal coating for protecting
your sheet metal buildings and roofs; it not only provides
protection from rust and corrosion, but will actually make
your metal roof stronger and more weather resistant. Rust
Bullet® sprays easily and quickly with an airless spray
gun. Costly replacements can be avoided by simply applying
two coats of Rust Bullet®. Please refer to our Home
and Farm page, http://www.rustbullet.com/Products/Home_and_Farm/Home_and_Farm.htm
