Whale
High Gloss Synthetic Enamel
High gloss
Details
Red Oxide Primer
Anti-corrosive primer that locks out rust.
- Coverage11 – 13 m²/L
- Touch dry1 hour
- Recoat12 – 16 hours
- Coats1 – 2
Overview
Made for putty & primers.
Whale Red Oxide Primer is an anti-corrosive metal primer that protects iron and steel from rust and improves the adhesion of enamel topcoats, making the whole finish last longer.
- Gates
- Grills
- Railings
- Steel structures
Key features
- Anti-corrosive protection
- Improves adhesion of topcoats
- Makes the finish long lasting
- For interior and exterior metal
Performance
How it performs.
Drying time at 25°C
Coverage per coat
11–13m²/L
≈ 118–140 sq ft per litre
| Gallon 3.64 L | 40–47 m² |
|---|---|
| Quarter 0.91 L | 10–12 m² |
Sheen level
- Matt
- Low sheen
- Silk
- Semi-gloss
- Gloss
Apply with
- Brush
- Roller
- Spray
Recommended system · Metal gates & grills
- 1Wire-brush & degreaseRemove rust, scale and oil
- 2Whale Red Oxide PrimerStops rust creeping under the paint
- 3Whale High Gloss Synthetic Enamel × 2Hard, glossy finish
Technical data
The specifications.
| Product type | Alkyd red oxide metal primer |
|---|---|
| Finish | Flat / eggshell |
| Volume solids | 40 ± 2% |
| Specific gravity | 1.30 – 1.40 kg/L |
| Dry film thickness | 30 – 40 µm |
| Theoretical coverage | 11 – 13 m²/L (118 – 140 sq ft) |
| Touch dry | 1 hour |
| Recoat | 12 – 16 hours |
| Thinner | Mineral turpentine, up to 10% |
| Application | Brush, roller, spray |
| Recommended coats | 1 – 2 |
| Shelf life | 24 months, unopened |
Typical values at 25°C and 50% relative humidity. Practical coverage depends on surface texture, porosity and application method.
Download
The full technical data sheet as a print-ready A4 PDF — specifications, application, system and shade card.
Open datasheetPack sizes
Gallon · Quarter
How to apply
For the best finish.
1 · Prepare the surface
- Remove rust, scale and loose paint by wire brushing or sanding.
- Degrease with solvent and let dry.
- Paint as soon as possible after cleaning.
2 · Apply
- Stir well.
- Apply one or two coats by brush, roller or spray.
- Allow 12 – 16 hours before the enamel topcoat.
- Clean tools with mineral turpentine.
- Flammable — no naked flames
- Ventilate well while painting
- Avoid skin contact
- Keep away from children
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks and open flame, with the lid tightly closed. Flammable — do not smoke while painting. Avoid inhaling vapour; use in ventilated areas. Keep out of reach of children.
The information on this page is given in good faith based on our testing and experience. As conditions of use are beyond our control, no warranty is implied. Premium Asian Coating Systems reserves the right to update this information without notice.
