Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat is the number 1 industrial paint aerosol, a top quality high performance topcoat available in 45 RAL colours for use on on bare metal, wood and concrete.
Fast drying - touch dry in just 15 minutes (at 20°C)
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat is the number 1 industrial paint aerosol, a top quality high performance topcoat for use on bare metal, wood and concrete that is ready to handle after just 30 minutes (at 20°C).
Heat-resistant up to 100°C, Hard Hat Topcoat aerosols are available in 45 RAL colours and can cover up to 2.5 m² per spray can (at 25 μm dry). Recommended for small jobs, spot touch-up and general maintainence, Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat should be applied over Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2169/2182 Anti-Rust Primer, or properly prepared painted substrates, and used in light industrial exposures, normal humidity and interior applications.
Available colours - Choose "Black" and "White" for satin and matt finishes; all other colours, including RAL9005 Black and RAL9010 White, are available in gloss.
Features & Benefits
Convenient spray can topcoat for small maintenance jobs or for touch-up
Fast drying short oil soya alkyd - ready to handle in just 30 minutes (at 20°C)
Available in 45 RAL colours
Matt & satin finishes available in black and white
Other colours (including RAL9005 Black and RAL9010 White) available in gloss
Best available hiding power
Heat-resistant up to 100°C
Based on lead and chromate-free pigments
Up to 2.5 m² coverage per spray can at 25 μm dry
See below for more detailed drying times and technical data
TECHNICAL DATA
Gloss Level:
Gloss
Propellant:
Dimethyl ether
Heat Resistance:
100°C (dry heat), above 65°C discoloration may occur
DRYING TIMES AT 20°C/RH 50%
Touch dry:
15 minutes
Dry to handle:
30 minutes
Dry to recoat:
Within 1 hour or after 48 hours
Fully cured:
7 days
Recommended Wet Film Thickness
100 μm
Recommended Dry Film Thickness
25 μm
Theoretical Consumption
2.5 m² per spray can at 25 μm dry
Practical Consumption
Practical coverage depends on many factors such as porosity and roughness of the substrate and material losses during application.
Surface Preparation
Remove dirt, grease, oil, loose rust and all other surface contaminants by appropriate means. Prime or spot prime with the recommended RUST-OLEUM Primers. Sand intact coatings to provide a proper key for adhesion. The surface must be clean and dry during application.
Application Conditions
For good results the relative humidity shall be below 85% and the temperature of the can above and substrate 0°C.
Remove cover cap. Shake vigorously for at least one minute after the rattle of mixing ball is heard. Shake frequently during use. Hold can approx. 25 cm from surface. Use back and forth motion keeping can parallel with surface. Ensure that can is in motion when spray button is pressed to avoid runs and sags. Apply several thin layers at a few minutes interval to achieve adequate coating thickness. After use turn can upside down and press spray button for 2 - 3 seconds to clean valve.
Notes
Bright topcoats may need a light coloured primer/intermediate coat.
Customer agrees that before placing an Order, Customer has read and understood the most up to date Product Data Sheet for the Product. Where we have access to the Product Data Sheet from the manufacturer, we will either provide a copy on request, or include a link to the Product Data Sheet available on the manufacturer’s website. Customer further agrees that we have no liability for any errors or omissions contained within the Product Data Sheets. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions of Sale.
Hi Could I use this on metal that is already powder coated? If so which primer would you recommend?
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Assuming the powdercoat is a polyester, it is clean, dry, sound and prepared as detailed in the technical data sheet we would recommend it is primed first with Rust-Oleum 3302 CombiPrimer Adhesion Primer.
Frank Rinckhout on 2021-02-03 19:09:37
Question:
I want to spray the engine bars bright red on my motorbike to add a little panache, would this paint be suitable?
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Assuming the bars are steel, not exposed to temperatures over 100°C, clean, dry, sound and prepared as detailed in the Technical Data Sheet it could be used.
Hello - I have removed paint from old shutter hinges and the shutter bar back to cast iron. What would you recommend me to use? Hard hat or universal? Is a primer needed? Is a top coat needed? Thanks Nicola
I have just painted a new hardwood door and frame with zinsser primer, and 2 coats of all coat satin. I dont like the roller finish and wood like to get it smoother. Can i over spray with aerosol. And do you make a satin finish
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Aerosol Topcoats are not designed for this type of decorative application, are not available in satin and would not 'smooth' out brush/roller marks already in the existing paint.
Nick Marshall on 2019-02-20 11:57:51
Question:
are the high perf topcoats suitable for standard radiators?
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoats are heat resistant up to 100°C (dry heat), above 65°C discoloration may occur.
Bob on 2018-10-06 23:59:31
Question:
Hi, I’m restoring a cider press whose paint has chips and cracks. Is this product food safe? Thanks.
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat has not been tested for such use, as it is intended primarily as an industrial coating, it has not been submitted for such approval.
Richard Martin on 2018-09-12 12:17:57
Question:
I have just purchased 10 external security lights which are in black aluminium. I would like to change the colour to match my sandstone walls. Will this paint bond and not peel off the aluminium lights? Will it be ok?
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat will bond after thorough degrease / rinse / dry to leave a perfectly clean surface. Then apply Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2102 Adhesion Primer followed by Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat in required shade as per PDS info. No temperature duties above 80°C (slight discolouration may occur at prolonged exposure to temperatures above 40°C).
Jan on 2018-06-29 13:11:02
Question:
Are the Rust-oleum spray paints suitable for external garage doors? The corrugations make them hard to paint and I though a spray application would be easier and more effective
Question: I have a garden table and two chairs which are a bit rusty so I'm going to sand the metal and then would like to change their colour to your oyster white. Do I need a primer and is your paint finish gloss or Matt? Will it protect from corrosion?
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
After preparation of the table and chairs you should prime first with Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2169/2182 Anti-Rust Primer. Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat in RAL 1013 Oyster White is a gloss finish.
Jason Morrissey on 2016-04-09 17:08:15
Question: Can I use a clear coat on top of the Hard Hat Top Coat once it is dry ?
Are Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoats acrylic based or synthetic oil based?
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat aerosols are based on fast drying, short oil soya alkyd and use lead and chromate free pigments.
Susan on 2015-06-06 05:08:10
Question:
Hello Can you tell me if Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat would be suitable for a metal curtain pole?
Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:
Yes it would. If the curtain pole is already coated with something then lightly sand, clean and apply Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat. If the curtain pole is bare metal we would advise using Rust-Oleum 3302 CombiPrimer Adhesion first to ensure good adhesion.
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat Topcoat is only available with the shipping and delivery timescales listed below - please do not contact our Customer Support Team with enquiries about alternative or earlier shipping and delivery times.
Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Bank Holidays, are not classed as working days.
Orders placed after the cut-off for this product will not be processed for earliest dispatch until 9am the next working day.
All delivery costs below are excluding VAT
*All estimates are based on theoretical consumption rates for a single coat and do not take into account any substrate deviations or wastage
Rust-Oleum Hard Hat 2169/2182 Anti-Rust Primer is to be used on new, bare or slightly rusted steel surfaces to prevent further rusting and corrosion. Ready to recoat after just 10 minutes, to handle after 30 min. Penetrates deeply into the surface and does not give rust a chance Grey for light coloured topcoats and red for dark coloured...