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Rust-Oleum 2081830 Stops Rust Automotive Primer, 12 Ounce, Light Gray, 12 Fl Oz

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12 Ounce (Pack of 1)
Light Gray

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  • Primer spray paint is suitable for use on wood, metal and fiberglass surfaces
  • Oil-based paint with Stops Rust formula provides rust resistant base coat for cars, trucks and other vehicles
  • Covers up to 12 sq. ft. and dries to handle (and can be recoated) in 15 minutes
  • High quality spray paint ensures long lasting, durable coating
  • Flat finish provides superior adhesion and works with any topcoat
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4.2 4.2
Easy to use
4.1 4.1
Adhesion
4.1 4.1
Durability
4.0 4.0

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Customer Ratings
Value for money
4.2
4.0
4.7
4.3
4.0
3.7
Easy to use
4.1
4.3
4.6
4.4
4.2
4.0
Adhesion
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4.3
4.5
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4.1
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Sheerness
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Durability
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volume
12 fluid ounces
12 fluid ounces
12 fluid ounces
12 fluid ounces
11 fluid ounces
354.88 milliliters
unit count
12
72
12
12
11
12
paint type
Spray
Spray, Oil
Watercolor
Spray
Enamel
Spray
surface suggestion
Fiberglass,Metal,Wood
Masonry,Porcelain
Ceramic,Masonry,Metal,Plastic,Stone,Wood
Glass,Metal,Plastic,Vinyl,Wood
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Metal
Steel
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Gloss
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Long Lasting
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Rust-Oleum 2081830 Stops Rust Automotive Primer Spray Paint, 12 oz, Flat Light Gray

Description:

Prep your vehicle for a premium finish with Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Automotive Primer Spray. This heavy-duty base coat provides unmatched corrosion resistance and works beautifully with most brands of automotive

lacquers and enamels

  • Fast-drying
  • Wet sandable
  • Durable, corrosion-resistant

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Product Description

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.

From the Manufacturer

Rust-Oleum 2081830 Automotive Primer Automobile Primer Spray Paint, Light Gray Rust-Oleum Automotive Primer Spray is a tough, rust-inhibiting base that works well under most automotive paints and Rust-Oleum Stops Rust finishes. Spray on and wait just 15 minutes before you apply a top coat or wet sand to an ultrasmooth finish. Safe to apply on all but galvanized metals. It features a comfort tip with a wider finger pad to reduce fatigue cause by continuous spraying. In addition, there is an any-angle spray feature that allows you to spray in any direction, even upside down. Rust-Oleum 2081830 Automotive Primer Automobile Primer Spray Paint, Light Gray Features: Proven protection against rust and corrosion Covers fast with fewer coats Light Gray 12-Ounce rosol.

Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
2,310 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, value, adhesion, coverage and sandability of the paint. For example, they mention it works excellent, saves hundreds of dollars and that it adheres beautifully. They appreciate the sturdiness, washability, and appearance of the product. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of use.

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79 customers mention60 positive19 negative

Customers like the quality of the primer. They say it works excellent, covers well, and allows the paint to stick to the item ten times. Some say it's good for undercarriage work and blends easily. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's quality.

"Used it to spray some studio doors, sprayed evenly and turned out great!" Read more

"I can recommend Rust Oleum products, they do the job well." Read more

"Good paint" Read more

"Lots of spray paint left…" Read more

18 customers mention15 positive3 negative

Customers like the value of the paint. They say it is cheap, easy to use, and provides great value on name brand paint. Some customers also mention that it has saved them hundreds of dollars.

"...I use a lot of rattle can and this is one of the better primers for this price range." Read more

"Good for undercarriage work, blends easily. Cheap and easy." Read more

"...always worked well for me and they have always been an affordable brand of spray paint...." Read more

"What a deal! Way cheaper and easier that driving to hardware store and paying double." Read more

10 customers mention8 positive2 negative

Customers like the adhesion of the primer. They say it allows the paint to stick to the item ten times better. Some say that it does not stick to plastic. Overall, most are satisfied with the adhersion of this primer.

"...Dried very smooth and adhered the paint beautifully, zero chips when i was sanding." Read more

"...It dries remarkable fast and gives good cohesion for the cover paint.I will be sticking with this stuff for vehicle touch up work." Read more

"...HOWEVER I did find that that this paint goes on well and covers a lot of surface area and I did not run out as I initially thought...." Read more

"...(it gets wet and smears grey all over the place, turns sticky, leaves lines)..." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the coverage of the paint. They mention that it covers well, effectively, and smoothly without needing multiple coats. Some say that the can size gives plenty to cover an entire area.

"It sprays, has good coverage and sands well. Hope it still works the next time I try to use it, as that seems to be the downside of rattle cans...." Read more

"I used for some small cracks in my car. It covered very well and it seems it will last." Read more

"...It tends to get a LOT of overspray.Regardless, it covers well, the can size gives plenty to cover an entire roof or hood in one good..." Read more

"...HOWEVER I did find that that this paint goes on well and covers a lot of surface area and I did not run out as I initially thought...." Read more

9 customers mention8 positive1 negative

Customers like the sandability of the primer. They mention that it lays down nice, can be wet saned, and is easy to apply. Some say that the primer is quick drying.

"For the price this primer lays down nice and can be wet sanded. I use a lot of rattle can and this is one of the better primers for this price range." Read more

"It sprays, has good coverage and sands well. Hope it still works the next time I try to use it, as that seems to be the downside of rattle cans...." Read more

"...It works really well for me. Dries quickly and evenly, and sands well too...." Read more

"...It's easy to apply, sands well, and can be top coated with most any auto paint...." Read more

9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers like the washability of the paint. They say it sands well, dries quickly, and adheres beautifully. Some mention that it drew nicely with no spatter and sprayed evenly.

"Used it to spray some studio doors, sprayed evenly and turned out great!" Read more

"...Dried very smooth and adhered the paint beautifully, zero chips when i was sanding." Read more

"...It works really well for me. Dries quickly and evenly, and sands well too...." Read more

"...It dries remarkable fast and gives good cohesion for the cover paint.I will be sticking with this stuff for vehicle touch up work." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the paint. They mention that it looks good, has a nice silver finish, and works beautifully. Some say that the paint is magical.

"...Was a nice silver finish for my grandson's jet pack!" Read more

"So far very nice. We'll see how holds up to exhaust heat cycles and midwest winter weather...." Read more

"What can one say about Rustoleum? It wortks beautifully and this was no exception." Read more

"Nice look and quick drying. I use this on pinewood derby cars...." Read more

15 customers mention7 positive8 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the paint. Some mention it's easy to use and simple to spray even coats, while others say that the can will not even spray, both bottles quit spraying half way through, and the spray does not evenly distribute.

"...Color was a nice flat grey, but the spray did not evenly distribute, so it took a little extra effort to make sure the coverage was even/..." Read more

"Good for undercarriage work, blends easily. Cheap and easy." Read more

"...It sprays an uneven one inch tiny line that is absolutely pathetic. Buy different nozzles if you're painting an area larger than a square foot." Read more

"Simple to use spray, the only reason it lost one star was due to the "MUST COVER EVERYTHING!" spray pattern that makes taping off areas a must...." Read more

The only matching interior color (dark metallic/graphite)
5 Stars
The only matching interior color (dark metallic/graphite)
It developed cracks and splotches on plastic. Going to try sanding it
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Zubin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product.
Reviewed in India on March 4, 2024
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4.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Reviewed in India on July 18, 2019
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Fenin S.
1.0 out of 5 stars Worst product I never seen
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Nijiv
2.0 out of 5 stars Not good
Reviewed in India on October 16, 2019
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Shashikumar
1.0 out of 5 stars just garbage item
Reviewed in India on October 3, 2020
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