How to paint on rusted metal
Discover how to give rusty, old metal a smooth new finish with Dulux Metalshield® Rust Primer™ and Dulux Metalshield® Rust Defence™.
Follow 5 easy steps to get you started.
How To Guides
Protecting against rust and corrosion
Less work, great outcome
Know your surface
How to get the perfect look
Here's what you'll need to get started:
Paint
Tools & Accessories
Wire brush
P320 Sandpaper
Professional® Microfibre Roller 4 mm nap, 100 mm wide
Roller tray
Flat paddle stirrer
Rags
Safety equipment: mask, gloves and safety glasses
How to paint on metal
Frequently asked questions
These products simplify metal protection with a two-step rusted metal system.
Dulux Metalshield® Rust Primer™ is designed to neutralise rust and adhere to rusted surfaces, so a topcoat lasts longer.
Not totally. Small bits of rust left on metal will be converted to an inert form by the primer. This means it prevents further rust from occurring.
No. Dulux Metalshield® Rust Defence™ can be used on all common metal surfaces listed above.
It’s tintable in more than 1000 Dulux colours, and Colorsteel® colours, so you can match it to your project perfectly.
Dulux Metalshield® Rust Defence™ is only available in gloss and satin.
With Dulux Metalshield® you can refurbish, protect and decorate rusted metal surfaces and make them look brand new in just a few steps.
Whether you're painting a wrought iron fence, letterbox, or detailed metal trim, Dulux Metalshield® comes in a range of easy-to-apply products and colours for a glossy, polished finish that lasts.
Paint tools & tips
Painting tools and accessory guides to give you the tips and techniques you need to achieve that quality finish.
Clean up & disposal
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