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White Knight Rust Guard Cold Gal Primer

100ml
250ml
1L
400g

White Knight Rust Guard Cold Gal Primer is a zinc rich metal primer that provides heavy duty, self sacrificing rust protection for steel and ferrous metals. It forms a protective barrier that helps prevent corrosion, even in harsh and coastal environments. Ideal for welds, structural steel and galvanised repairs, it can be used as a standalone coating or overcoated with Rust Guard topcoats for added durability.

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Features

  • Zinc-rich formulation provides heavy duty, self-sacrificing rust protection
  • Forms a superior barrier effective in highly corrosive environments
  • Touch dry in 30 minutes – recoat after 8 hours
  • Suitable for steel, wrought iron, welds and repairing damaged galvanised iron
  • Can be left uncoated or overcoated with Rust Guard topcoats for extra durability

How to Apply

  • For best results, use the recommended White Knight products and follow the step-by-step guide below.
    • Remove all rust, scale and flaking paint back to bare metal

    • Ensure surface is clean, dry and free from dust, grease, oil and contaminants

    For best performance, apply to clean bare steel.

    • Stir thoroughly for at least 5 minutes before use

    • Continue stirring during application to maintain zinc dispersion

    • Apply by brush or roller

    For added durability or a decorative finish, overcoat with a suitable White Knight Rust Guard topcoat. Use Rust Guard Cold Gal Silver where a metallic galvanised finish is required, or Rust Guard Quick Dry Advanced Enamel for coloured finishes.

    • Coverage: approximately 7m² per litre, depending on surface condition

    • Touch dry: 30 minutes

    • Recoat: after 8 hours

    Drying will be slower in cold, humid or low ventilation conditions.

Where to Use

Welds & Joints
Fence Gates & Railing
Letterboxes
Shed, Carport
Gutter / Downpipe

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