Use and Care Manual

TECHNICAL DATA
SPC-15
RUST-OLEUM
®
TUB & TILE REFINISHING KIT
1
Form: GDH-335
Rev.: 091922
DESCRIPTION AND USES
Rust-Oleum
®
Specialty Tub & Tile Refinishing kit is a 2-part
epoxy acrylic designed to provide excellent adhesion,
durability and color retention in high moisture areas. It is ideal
for use to renew ceramic tile and porcelain, fiberglass, acrylic,
cast iron and steel tubs and sinks. It is not for use on
galvanized steel or flexible plastic. Do not use on areas
exposed to extreme heat such as stovetops, or constant high
humidity environments. Do not use in continuous water
immersion such as swimming pools, hot tubs, ponds, or
saunas.
PRODUCTS
SKU
DESCRIPTION
384165
Gloss White
384166
Gloss Coastal Fog
PRODUCT APPLICATION
SURFACE PREPARATION
Remove metal drains and hardware. Remove loose paint
and rust with a wire brush or sandpaper. Repair chips and
cracks with a patching compound similar to Liquid Steel
®
.
Remove any mildew with a solution of bleach and water and
rinse thoroughly. Scrub dirty or stained surfaces with an
abrasive cleaner like Comet
®
. Rinse with fresh water and
allow to thoroughly dry. Remove all caulk. Wipe area clean.
Prepare surface with an abrasive pad and Lime-A-Way
®
,
rinse and repeat if necessary. Sand entire surface with
#400/#600 grit wet/dry sandpaper. Vacuum or rinse away
any residue. Wipe surface with a tack cloth immediately
before painting to remove dust.
WARNING! LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST
CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS SUCH AS BRAIN
DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT
WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a
NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean
up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you
sand, find out how to protect yourself and your family by
contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-
424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.)
APPLICATION
Use when temperature is between 50-90ºF (10-32ºC) and
humidity is below 85% to ensure proper drying. Properly
ventilate the area by opening windows or using fans.
Thoroughly mix Part B to ensure any settled pigment is re-
dispersed. Add Part A to Part B and mix thoroughly for 1
minute. Thin no more than 10% (3 ounces per 1-quart) with
100% isopropyl alcohol (not rubbing alcohol), acetone or
xylene. If less than a full (1 quart) kit is needed, mix in a 4:1
ratio of base to activator in a separate container. Apply within
6 hours of mixing.
Brush: Use a fine quality, fine bristle varnish brush. Brush in
one direction only for a smooth surface and feather the edges
as you paint to avoid a hard line between painted areas.
Avoid excessive brushing to ensure an even coat and smooth
finish. Apply two coats, waiting at least 1 hour between coats.
If necessary, a third coat may be applied the next day with a
second kit.
Roller: Use a high quality, ¼” short nap roller made for
kitchen or bath use. Apply two coats, waiting at least 1 hour
between coats. Avoid excessive brushing to ensure an even
coat and smooth finish. If necessary, a third coat may be
applied the next day with a second kit. If desired, conventional
HVLP or airless sprayer may also be used.
DRY and RECOAT TIMES
Based on 70ºF (21ºC) and 50% relative humidity. Allow more
time at cooler temperatures. Small bubbles will appear on the
surface as you paint. As the paint dries, the self leveling
properties will eliminate these bubbles. Dries to the touch in 1
hour. Allow to dry at least one hour before applying a second
coat. Allow to dry 3 days before exposing to water.
CLEAN-UP
Clean brush and other application tools immediately with
lacquer thinner or isopropyl alcohol. Properly dispose of all
soiled rags. Properly discard empty container. Do not burn or
place in home trash compactor.