What if the outdoor furniture piece has been painted but rust is coming through the paint? Do we have to strip the piece first?
2014470
I would sand rust spots lightly and wipe with mineral spirits per instructions on can.
2014471
I'm compulsive, so I would probably at least sand the edges of the paint. When I used the product, I followed the directions on the can faithfully, and so far the stuff seems amazing. It turned the rust black and I could not tell that rust had been there before.
1566116
I am not sure if it will rust or deteriorate if left outside. Mine is in my kitchen. My impression is that it is designed for inside use.
2034146
I left mine out all year.......rain and tons of snow.........and not a bit of rust. If paint ever chips, I'm sure that will rust, so would have to touch up the paint before the next winter.
375984
Yes. Just make sure that you do not polish the metal. Wrie brush it or a coarse sand paper to take off the surface rust. You will need 2 coats. Pour the first one down and it will appear dull. The second coat will look the color you need. Make sure to wear the gloves and to put something down where you will be painting. This paint will leave it's mark. Good luck.
1500171
We've had several pieces for more than a year and "weather resistant" may be accurate but I don't think it's weatherproof. Soon as I assembled ours I sprayed with a rubberized paint. It seems to be good outdoor furniture and has held up well, but even with the paint there are numerous areas of a rust-like light stain. Not too bothersome to me and doesn't appear to be breaking down the material. But, again, I would not consider the furniture weather/rust-proof.
2014291
I would think you could just go ahead and stain it darker, it does not need to be painted when you get it. We've had ours going on two years and it has held up very good to the weather, of course we live in southern CA, but the color is still very good. I hope this helps.
1546663
I have done it. I rub it good and rub with a paper towel to season it , stick in a oven and heat it up to season it. I If it gets a spot of rust take the oil and sea salt and rub it good, will remove the rust.
1640848
This set is powder-coated steel, not aluminum, so if the paint was scraped then that spot would rust. We suggested using a cover for maximum protection against the elements to avoid any issues.
524865
The table has sat out all summer, lots of rain, no rust.....EXCEPT...the screen that you put over the fire to prevent sparks flying has rusted after we used it for a fire. The fire burned the paint off. Was thinking about spraying it with the spray paint for high heat. The table itself is very nice.
655577
what ever you dont want to show peeling so on wire brush sand paper so on by no means do you have to get rld of all the rust this paint stops the rust and encapulates it remember they suggest to top coat this paint after proper drying you may use a color on top if you wish i suggest regular rust olium
1180499
If I wanted to take them outside I would grease the adjustment part of the stool, it may be subject to rust if paint chips but can always be cleaned up and repainted.
420143
I am using my chairs inside and are the gunmetal finish. Just from the look of them I think they would rust outdoors but I do not know this for fact. I do have factory painted bistro chairs outdoors all year around and they definitely have a different finish than the my Amelia Metal Caf chairs. Maybe you can research a clear coat you can do yourself. I am very pleased with my chairs, they look great and the price was excellent. Sorry I couldn't give you a definite answer.
1427902
Yes... It is the water that initially breaks down the coating on the dish rack and yes... Once that coating is fully compromised, it will rust. The chemicals and other properties of the water will just eat away at it over time, however, the best solution has already been stated. Buy a can of Rustoleum Clear Coat or any regular Polyurethane that will adhere to the coating, whether that be chrome or plastic, and spray it all over the rack... And don't forget to remove the plastic utensil holder, if there is one, and DO spray the feet. Two applications are best so it will take a couple of days to paint, dry and recoat... Then to dry, fully, for use. Yes... It is the water that initially breaks down the coating on the dish rack and yes... Once that coating is fully compromised, it will rust. The chemicals and other properties of the water will just eat away at it over time, however, the best solution has already been stated. Buy a can of Rustoleum Clear Coat or any regular Polyurethane that will adhere to the coating, whether that be chrome or plastic, and spray it all over the rack... And don't forget to remove the plastic utensil holder, if there is one, and DO spray the feet. Two applications are best so it will take a couple of days... » Read More Yes... It is the water that initially breaks down the coating on the dish rack and yes... Once that coating is fully compromised, it will rust. The chemicals and other properties of the water will just eat away at it over time, however, the best solution has already been stated. Buy a can of Rustoleum Clear Coat or any regular Polyurethane that will adhere to the coating, whether that be chrome or plastic, and spray it all over the rack... And don't forget to remove the plastic utensil holder, if there is one, and DO spray the feet. Two applications are best so it will take a couple of days to paint, dry and recoat... Then to dry, fully, for use. « Show Less
1737090
I have never considered this idea before, so anything I say is merely an opinion. It would seem relatively okay to me to paint the OUTSIDE of the unit this way, but I would not paint anywhere INSIDE the unit as you simply don't know what chemicals could be released during cooking that might be dangerous to your health. I just rub mine with olive oil on the outside, and so far there is no rust, even though it sits outside. Also, I have a plastic cover over the unit when not in use so that rain does not hit it directly.
972983
You should sand down the rust and try to cover it with Bondo, then sand that down before trying to coat over with the coating. Rust may eventually come through the coating.
777809
I suggest sanding out the rust first before applying this. I also suggest the filler then this touch up as the filler will smooth out the surface and can be sanded flush with the rest of the area. The is a paint type product to match the color. The one I used is white and it is very white.
371171
The cart is completely painted & I leave mine outside, but under a roof. It does get a little wet when the wind blows rain on it. I think that if it left unprotected in some way that eventually it will start to rust. After all, its made of metal not plastic. Some user care is expected I would think.