Rust-Oleum 2081830 Stops Rust Automotive Primer Spray, 12 oz, Flat Light Gray
Original price was: $7.99.$6.47Current price is: $6.47.
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Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Automobile Primer provides a durable rust-inhibitive base for most automotive lacquers and enamels. Premium spray on primer provides excellent resistance to abrasion, fading and chipping on surfaces. It features any-angle technology that allows to spray hard-to reach areas, even upside down and a comfort tip with a wider finger pad to reduce fatigue caused by continuous spraying.
VERSATILE AUTOMOTIVE PRIMER: Primer spray paint is suitable for use on wood, metal and fiberglass surfaces
DURABLE CORROSION PROTECTION: Oil-based paint with Stops Rust formula provides rust resistant base coat for cars, trucks and other vehicles
EXCELLENT COVERAGE & FAST DRYING: Covers up to 12 sq. ft. and dries to handle (and can be recoated) in 15 minutes
WET SANDABLE: High quality spray paint ensures long lasting, durable coating on bare or lightly rusted surfaces
PAIR WITH STOPS RUST ENAMEL: Flat finish provides superior adhesion and works with any topcoat including most automotive lacquers and enamels
Customers say
Customers find this automotive primer works well, adheres beautifully, and provides good coverage. They appreciate its fast-drying properties and consider it good value for money, with one customer noting it saved hundreds of dollars. The spray quality receives mixed feedback, with several customers reporting issues with the spray not working properly.
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13 reviews for Rust-Oleum 2081830 Stops Rust Automotive Primer Spray, 12 oz, Flat Light Gray
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Original price was: $7.99.$6.47Current price is: $6.47.
elpbeautysupplycom –
Reliable & Affordable Primer â Great value for the priceâperforms just as expected!
Reliable & Affordable Primer â Does the Job Right!â â â â â Great value for the priceâperforms just as expected!Iâve used this primer before, and it delivers exactly as described. Itâs a high-quality, oil-based spray that adheres well to wood, metal, and fiberglass, making it super versatile. The rust-resistant formula is perfect for vehicles (cars, trucks, etc.) or any project needing a durable base coat.Why I Recommend It:â Fast-Drying â Ready to handle in 15 minutes and can be recoated quickly.â Great Coverage â One can covers up to 12 sq. ft. efficiently.â Strong Adhesion â The flat finish grips surfaces well and works with any topcoat.â Budget-Friendly â Performs just as well as overpriced “specialty” primers that cost twice as much!Final Thoughts:If you need a no-nonsense, durable primer without the premium price tag, this is it. Iâll definitely buy it again for future projects!
Alexander B. –
Excellent Substitute for Red Oxide Primer
I recently used the Rust-Oleum 2067830 Stops Rust Automotive Primer in Flat Red as a substitute for red oxide primer, since the red oxide primer was out of stock. This product worked great and met all my expectations.The primer goes on smoothly and provides excellent coverage, creating a solid base for further paint applications. It dries quickly and adheres well to the surface, ensuring a durable and long-lasting finish. The flat red color is a perfect match, making it an ideal alternative when red oxide primer isnât available.For anyone needing a reliable automotive primer, I highly recommend the Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Automotive Primer. Itâs a fantastic substitute that delivers great results. ðð¨ð§
Jimmy –
Good 6 pack of primer
A really good value on 6 quality 12 oz cans of gray Rustoleum Automotive Primer. I haven’t used all of the cans yet, but the ones I have used worked perfectly. Good coverage, no sputtering, nothing goofy, just good quality spray paint that applies without issue. I’m real happy with these.
TD –
OK
nothing fancy, works as expected
LT –
Bathroom Fixtures Redo
This was used to paint my bathroom fixtures. I used an automotive primer first as stated in a different review. I found this out by researching and finding a blog about painting bathroom fixtures. It looks great and is holding up!
Sunshine –
Good price for great primer !
Great automotive primer ! Just used this and am ALWAYS happy with this brand !
marvin –
Good product covers well
Love the large cans of paint half the price of the small hobby paints and twice ass much
Jesus –
Fantastic product
Excellent product for burn through areas before spraying base and clear. I have only used this product on METAL and strongly suggest as it works great! Grey finish works perfect in combination with my 2k primer.
Zubin –
Spray pattern is excellent. Very easy to use and covers very well.
YanDaoNe –
If you need a primer for an automobile project, pick this one up.
Blair McDonald –
The product is fine but it took over a month to arrive.
Amazon Customer –
Good
Fenin S. –
âWorst productâ donât buy itFirst, the cap is very brittle While opening the cap for the first time the cap get broken.Second, Very old product.Third, The nozzle is not good I need to press the nozzle very hard for sprayingFourth, The nozzle often get blockVery Very disappointment with this product