Johnstone's Trade Smooth Metal Paint Direct to Rust (800ml & 2.5L)

Painting outdoor gates, railings, and structural steel usually requires laborious surface preparation, including wire brushing, applying dedicated primer coats, undercoating, and adding topcoats to stop rust from bleeding back through. Standard gloss paints lack the corrosion inhibitors needed to handle exterior weather exposure, leading to rapid peeling, flaking, and rust within months. Johnstone's Trade Smooth Metal Paint simplifies metal refurbishment by serving as a high-adhesion primer, anti-corrosive barrier, and durable finish coat all in one. Engineered for direct application over bare, previously painted, or manually wire-brushed corroded ferrous metals, it locks out moisture and delivers up to 8 years of outdoor durability.

Direct-to-Rust 2-in-1 Formula

Preparing rusted metalwork with separate primers, undercoats, and finish coats adds significant labor time and material costs to maintenance jobs. Combining primer and topcoat properties in a single solvent-based formula, this paint applies directly onto bare or rusted metal surfaces after basic loose rust removal, cutting preparation time in half.

Up to 8 Years of Anti-Corrosive Protection

Unprotected outdoor metalwork degrades quickly under rain, atmospheric moisture, and sunlight, leading to structural weakening and unsightly rust stains. Formulated with advanced anti-corrosive resins, it creates an impermeable barrier against water, high humidity, and UVA rays, extending standard maintenance cycles up to 8 years.

Superior Adhesion on Corroded Substrates

Smooth or pitted metal surfaces make it difficult for standard paints to grip, causing premature cracking and flaking over time. The deep-penetrating solvent base bonds tightly into sound, wire-brushed corroded surfaces, steel, and cast iron, preventing moisture ingress and locking down the substrate.

Smooth, Weather-Resistant Finish

Bumpy, uneven rusted metal surfaces look untidy and trap dirt when coated with thin decorative paints. This formulation flows out smoothly during brush application to cover light surface pitting and deliver a sleek, protective finish that sheds dirt and repels moisture.

Key Features

• Manufactured by Johnstone's Trade.
• Available in 800ml and 2.5L tin sizes.
• Combined primer and topcoat in a single application.
• Can be applied directly onto bare, previously painted, or corroded surfaces.
• Provides up to 8 years of weather and corrosion protection.
• Solvent-based formula for maximum adhesion and film durability.
• High resistance to water, atmospheric humidity, and UVA exposure.
• Formulated specifically for steel, cast iron, and general ferrous substrates.
• Designed for convenient brush application.
• Protective, smooth semi-gloss / gloss finish.