Rust Grip® Benefits

Rust Grip® Benefits

  • Excellent for minimally prepared surfaces.  In most cases, no sandblasting is required.
  • Protects steel, aluminum, concrete, wood, fiberglass, polyurethane foam, and other coatings.
  • Certified by the EPA for encapsulation/abatement of lead-based paints and asbestos.  Certified penetration of 18 layers of existing lead-based paint.
  • Tested and scored a perfect 10 for: ASTM B 117 (corrosion) 15,000 hour salt spray test,  ASTM D 714 (blistering), and ASTM D 610 (rusting) using a coat just 6 mils (6/1,000) inch thick.
  • Endures 29,700 rub cycles without exposing existing lead based paint.
  • Can be applied over flash or surface rust without loss of adhesion or reduced performance; can be applied over existing paint. (non-glossy, solidly bonded)
  • Extremely tough, it makes an excellent floor coating.
  • Surface tensile strength of 6780 psi after 21 days.
  • Submergible in 100% nitric acid without any effects. Designed to withstand acids, salts and caustics with no loss of strength.
  • Has been applied directly over rusted surface and after 3 years, pull test of 580 psi compared to 100 psi before coating.
  • Rated as a Class A fire coating. In case of fire, Rust Grip will help to prevent spread of, and will not contribute to, the burn.
  • Prevents mold and mildew from forming.
  • USDA approved for use in and around food preparation areas.
  • 15+ year lifespan on roofing under normal conditions.