Create Rusty Metal In Just One Day…Really!
Why wait a year or more for a metal to slooooowly rust, when a surface can develop real rust in just a few hours. With the Cromas oxidization cycle, various metal substrates can rapidly develop an authentic rusty finish with a texture you can see and feel.
The application process is simple with a four-step process:
- Prepare and Wash the metal surface
- Apply a large quantity of Oxidizing Solution to create the rusty surface
- Apply a Sealing Primer to stop the oxidation
- Apply a Matte Topcoat to protect the finish
It is important to understand that the amount of oxidization will change depending on the type of metal and how it is positioned during the oxidization process. For example:
- On VERTICAL surfaces, the application of the activator leads to a leaching effect where the oxidizing liquid will run down the surface to make drips and streaks of oxidized rust. This can lead to a lighter rust effect where more oxidizing liquid is applied to make the rusty effect
- On HORIZONTAL surfaces, the generous application of the oxidization liquid leaves pools of the liquid on the surface that results in the formation large spots that can have deeper rust colored areas due to a stronger oxidization reaction
In the end, both application positions will create a naturally rusty metal that looks like it has been outdoors for many years, but the amount and the color of the rust will be different.
The process can be applied on Corten steel and other metals listed here. The final results can vary depending on the type of metal and the porous nature of the substrate.
- Iron
- Copper
- Cast Iron
- Brass
This painting cycle uses solvent-based spray paints for most applications. But for areas where it is necessary to follow VOC standards, we recommend the use of protective waxes (purchased locally) after the oxidizing solution has dried. Although this process is less resistant and requires the wax to be re-applied at recommended frequencies, it offers a good solution to for VOC sensitive areas.
To understand how this paint effect can react with your substrate, we suggest to order a sample kit. The sample kit will have 1 kg of each paint needed to make the effect. We supply oxidizing solution, transparent sealer, matte topcoat and hardener and thinner for spraying. This can paint a 5 m2 area.
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