Rust-oleum 1282402 Industrial Enamel Paint Gloss Forest Green

Product Description

The RUST-OLEUM 1282402 is a solvent-based industrial enamel paint formulated for rust prevention and long-lasting protection on metal surfaces. It delivers a gloss finish in Forest Green and applies directly to metal without a separate primer coat. Coverage ranges from 255 to 435 square feet per gallon, making it suited for large surface runs common in industrial and commercial maintenance work. With a tack-free dry time of 4 hours and full cure at 7 hours, it fits into standard shift-work schedules. VOC content is 450 grams per liter, so compliance with local air quality regulations should be verified before use. Licensed painters, maintenance contractors, and industrial facility crews are the primary installers.

This paint is designed for indoor and outdoor applications on steel and other metal substrates. Typical use cases include structural steel, equipment housings, railings, tanks, conveyors, and other metal fixtures subject to corrosion exposure. It performs across a working temperature range of 32 degrees F to 100 degrees F, making it usable in most temperate field and shop conditions. The 10-gallon container size is suited to production painting, large maintenance projects, or multi-unit facility work where consistent color and batch uniformity matter.

Key Features

• Direct-to-metal application eliminates the need for a separate primer on steel
• Gloss finish in Forest Green for high-visibility or specification-matched color requirements
• Coverage of 255 to 435 square feet per gallon depending on surface profile and application method
• Tack-free in 4 hours, fully dry in 7 hours, recoat window opens at 24 hours
• Solvent-based, rust-preventative formula rated for both indoor and outdoor service
• Available in a 10-gallon can for high-volume or production painting work

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-to-metal rust preventative enamel for steel surfaces in industrial and commercial applications, suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments.

Installation Notes

Surface preparation is critical before application — steel should be clean, dry, and free of loose rust, oil, and mill scale. Apply using brush, roller, or spray equipment rated for solvent-based coatings, and ensure adequate ventilation in enclosed spaces. VOC content of 450 grams per liter requires compliance with applicable local and regional air quality regulations before use. Allow the full 24-hour recoat window before applying additional coats to avoid adhesion failure.