Hammerajte paint for rust: colors, prices and reviews

In today's market of paint and varnish materials there is a huge number of all possible options for coatings for steel. And it is often difficult to make a choice in favor of a particular manufacturer. Therefore, it is always worth thinking about Such a characteristic as price-quality. For example, the paint "Hammerite", the price of which is quite consistent with quality, has proved quite well in our climatic conditions.

The choice of paint for metal

Of course, if you have minimum requirements for paint and a product, then everything is much simpler - you can buy the first paint that is available, preferably cheaper, paint it, for example, your own gate and watch how it will peel off in a few months.

If the goal is to get a durable paint coating that will last for more than one year and still retain its original qualities, it will be more difficult to determine. However, the correct choice of paint depends on the frequency of preventive measures that are inevitable in the operation of any metal product.

The paint "Hammerite" hammer has excellent properties, allowing for a long time to protect the metal from corrosion. A hammer effect only decorates any product. By the way, one thing should be noted: the hammer is most evident on flat surfaces that have a large area. For example, on the door leaf the paint "Hammerite" hammer will give an excellent uniform pattern. However, on the lattice or fence of metal rods, the hammer effect will be noticeably weaker. Although he, of course, will.

The most common problems with paints for metal

Steel is prone to corrosion - it's a fact. And on the quality of the coating depends on how long any metal product can withstand an aggressive environment. No coating guarantees 100% corrosion protection. Sooner or later, foci of rust will begin to appear. If you do not take into account the factory conditions of preparation and the subsequent process of painting, the situation is only aggravated.

The main problems with paintwork:

• Appearance of rust;
• Color fading and burnout;
• The appearance of cracks in the paintwork;
• Detachment of paint from metal.

The paint on rust "Hammerite", the price of which ranges from $ 15 per liter, is able to protect the metal from many problems and provide a reliable, beautiful and durable coating.

Surface preparation for painting

So, considering that high-quality materials are chosen for the final coating, for example, "Hammerite" paint, to get the maximum and lasting effect, it is necessary to prepare the painted surface well.

If you ignore the basic rules of preparation and apply any paint on the metal, not cleaned from rust, scales or from old paint, the quick appearance of corrosion sites is guaranteed.

What needs to be done in the preparation of metal for painting:

• Remove rust;
• Remove scale;
• Clean the surface of the old paint and any dirt;
• Degrease the surface;
• If necessary, fill in the sinks and joints.

All this must be done in order to ensure the maximum adhesion of the paint to the metal. In the case of applying a paint on a loose surface, the paint will simply fall off along with dirt or rust.

Sandblasting of metal

The most effective method of metal cleaning before painting is sandblasting of steel. This method consists in cleaning the surface using sand or fine abrasive, which is fed under high pressure. In a sense, the sandblast resembles a car wash - the same process: dirt from cars is removed by supplying water under high pressure.

The big plus of this treatment is that in the process, in addition to rust, the entire scale is removed from the surface of the metal. Of course, such an effect can be achieved with manual cleaning methods, but this will take much longer.

The downside of this treatment is its cost, as well as the fact that metal products must be transported to the processing shop. Of course, if you need to prepare for painting the ordered gate or lattice, transportation will not be a problem, and the costs for this will be small. But if you need to do the same with a grate or a fence that has stood for a long time, the costs will be added to the payment of dismantling and subsequent installation of products.

Paint "Hammerite": description

The "Hammerite" paint has a unique 3 in 1 formula, which provides a long-lasting and reliable coating for the metal to be painted. It includes a rust converter and a primer for metal, so when painting it is not necessary to use other primers and anti-corrosion coatings.

The huge advantage of this paint is the drying time of the coating, which is 20-30 minutes. The initial strength of the paint layer after 3 hours from the application, the final properties - after 6 weeks.

"Hammerite" can be applied to the surface with a brush, roller and spraying method. Depending on the chosen method, 2 to 6 layers of paint are applied. And this should be done with an interval of 20-30 minutes. If you miss the time, the paint starts to harden and there will not be enough adhesion between the layers, which will significantly reduce the protective properties of the coating.

Methods of applying paint

Brushing. This method is suitable for dyeing small-sized metal products with a complex pattern, as well as flat surfaces. The paint "Hammerite" is applied in 2-3 layers. The solvent is added within 10% of the volume of the paint.

Application by roller. A great way to paint large flat surfaces. As with brushing, it is applied in 2-3 layers. You can add no more than 10% of the solvent. Before painting, you can paint all hard-to-reach places, such as corners and joints, with a brush, and then start to work on the main surface.

Spray application

The recommended ratio of paint to solvent is 2: 1. However, this recommendation is valid at an ambient temperature of 18-22 degrees. At a higher temperature, a higher solvent content may be required, since with excessive viscosity, the paint will dry very quickly and fine spraying will begin to form on the surface to be painted.

In general, when using a spray gun, it is best to choose the solvent to paint ratio. Since in addition to the ambient temperature, this is affected by experience and the type of surface to be painted.

The paint is applied in 4-5 layers at intervals of 20-30 minutes. It is important to remember that you can not pause between approaches for more than 3 hours.

Paint "Hammerite": reviews

Customer feedback can tell a lot about any product, and paints are no exception. There are many areas where the "Hammerite" paint is used. The feedback of the people who used it is almost always positive. These paints are used for both private and industrial uses. For example, many enterprises that manufacture metal structures use them for finishing their products.

Negative reviews of the paint "Hammerite" also has. But they are most often associated with violations of the technology of application. In fact, the paint "Hammerite", the colors of which remain saturated for a long time, can delight consumers with the durability and durability of the coating.

The paint for rust "Hammerite" - the characteristics and method of use. How to properly prepare the surface for painting and what problems arise with paintwork.