Use and Care Manual
TECHNICAL DATA    SRT-12 
STOPS RUST 
  ALUMINUM PRIMER QUART 
                                                                                                                                                                                                 Form: CS2153 
                                                                                                                                                                                              Rev.:  022513 
1 
.DESCRIPTION AND USES                                . 
Rust-Oleum
®
 Stops Rust
®
 Aluminum Primer is a specially 
formulated base coat for aluminum or galvanized metal. This 
primer can be used with a variety of topcoats including oil-based 
enamels, latex enamels and aerosols. This latex primer cleans 
up easily with soap and water and dries quickly. 
.PRODUCTS                                                    . 
8781504  Flat Aluminum Primer 
..PRODUCT APPLICATION                               . 
SURFACE PREPARATION 
Remove all dirt, grease, oil, salt and chemical 
contaminants by washing the surface with a commercial 
detergent or other suitable cleaning method. Rinse 
thoroughly with fresh water and allow to fully dry. All 
surfaces must be dry at time of application. Scrape and 
wire brush or power tool clean to remove loose rust, scale 
and deteriorated previous coatings. WARNING! If you 
scrape, sand or remove old paint from any surface, you 
may release lead paint dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. 
EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS 
ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE; ESPECIALLY IN 
CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO 
AVOID EXPOSURE. For additional information, contact 
the U.S. EPA/Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD 
or log on to www.epa.gov/lead. 
..PRODUCT APPLICATION                                 . 
APPLICATION 
Apply only when air and surface temperatures are 
between 50-100°F (10-38°C) and humidity is below 85% 
to ensure proper drying. Before using, stir thoroughly to 
ensure any settled pigment is re-dispersed. Thinning is not 
required. However, in hot, dry conditions, you may thin up 
to ½ pint with fresh water per gallon to extend to workable 
brushing time. 
Use a good quality brush. Avoid excessive brushing as 
this will reduce film thickness and protection. Use light 
even brush strokes to ensure proper coverage and the 
smoothest finish. Use a good quality synthetic roller. 
Cover approximately one square yard at a time. Roll away 
from previously coated area and work back to it for a 
uniform appearance. 
DRY & RECOAT 
Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F (21°C) and 50% 
relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. 
Dries to the touch in 1-2 hours, to handle in 2-4 and can 
be recoated after 24 hours. 
CLEAN-UP 
Clean brush, roller, and other and tools with soap and 
water. 


