Wallman · Putty & primers
Premium Red Oxide Primer
Rust-fighting primer for gates, grills and steel.
- Coverage11 – 13 m²/L
- Touch dry1 hour
- Coats1 – 2
- ThinningMineral turpentine
- FinishFlat
- Shelf life24 months, unopened
01Product description
Wallman Red Oxide Primer is an alkyd-based anti-corrosive primer for iron and steel. It seals bare metal against moisture and rust, grips firmly to the surface and gives enamel topcoats a sound base to hold on to, so gates, grills and railings stay protected through humid summers, monsoon rain and salty sea air.
Recommended for
- Gates
- Grills
- Railings
- Metal doors
- Steel structures and machinery
02Key features
- Anti-corrosive red oxide protection
- Seals bare metal against moisture and salt air
- Strong grip on iron and steel
- Smooth base for enamel topcoats
- Quick touch dry
- For interior and exterior metal
03Performance
Drying time at 25°C
Sheen level
- Matt
- Low sheen
- Silk
- Semi-gloss
- Gloss
Apply with
- Brush
- Roller
- Spray
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04Technical data
| Product type | Alkyd red oxide metal primer |
|---|---|
| Finish | Flat |
| Colour | Red oxide |
| Volume solids | 40 ± 2% |
| Specific gravity | 1.30 – 1.40 kg/L |
| Dry film thickness | 30 – 40 µm per coat |
| Theoretical coverage | 11 – 13 m²/L per coat (118 – 140 sq ft) |
| Touch dry | 1 hour |
| Topcoat after | 12 – 16 hours |
| Thinner | Mineral turpentine, up to 10% |
| Application | Brush, roller, spray |
| Recommended coats | 1 – 2 (2 coats outdoors and near the sea) |
| Shelf life | 24 months, unopened |
Typical values at 25°C and 50% relative humidity. Practical coverage depends on surface texture, porosity and application method.
05How to apply
Surface preparation
- Remove rust, mill scale and loose paint with a wire brush or sandpaper.
- Wipe off dust and degrease with mineral turpentine, then let dry.
- On old painted metal, sand glossy areas and spot-prime bare patches.
- Paint as soon as possible after cleaning, before fresh rust forms.
- Do not paint wet metal or metal heated by direct midday sun.
Application
- Stir thoroughly before use.
- Thin with mineral turpentine only if needed, up to 10%.
- Apply one even coat by brush, roller or spray; two coats outdoors and in coastal areas.
- Allow 12 – 16 hours before the enamel topcoat.
- Finish with two coats of Wallman Premium Synthetic Enamel.
- Clean tools with mineral turpentine.
06Storage, health & safety
- 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 in this data sheet is given in good faith, based on laboratory testing and practical experience. As conditions of use are beyond our control, no warranty is implied as to results. Premium Asian Coating Systems reserves the right to change this information without notice; please check that you have the latest issue.