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Non-Ferrous Metal Paints
Specialist direct-to-non-ferrous metal paints are designed to bond directly to difficult surfaces such as aluminium, copper, brass, and zinc. These advanced coatings provide long-lasting durability and corrosion resistance without requiring a primer, making them ideal for industrial and domestic use. For decorative or protective applications on smooth metals like window frames and fittings, our aluminium paint offers superb performance. Options also include formulations for use in higher-temperature environments - explore our range of heat resistant paint for surfaces exposed to high heat.
PPG SigmaCover 2
SigmaCover 2, also known as Amerlock 2, a high-solids high performance self-priming low-VOC universal epoxy coating for substrates including carbon steel, concrete, masonry, galvanised steel, non-ferrous metal and stainless steel. The coating has numerous qualifications, including for nuclear service, flame spread, subsea surfaces and potable...
PPG SigmaCover 400
SigmaCover 400/Amerlock 400, a two-component, high solids, high performance self priming universal epoxy coating for steel and concrete, galvanising, stainless steel and non-ferrous metals, with low VOC. The coating has good adhesion on existing coats, compatible with prepared, damp surfaces, and has many qualifications including Nuclear...
Selemix 7-530/7-531 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat (10 GU)
10% gloss level versatile, 2-pack PU finish for direct application without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over 6,700+ RAL, RAL Metallic*,...
PPG PSX 700
20L size Temporarily Unavailable until late April 2025, due to material shortages. PPG PSX 700 is a two-component, engineered siloxane coating that can be applied directly over inorganic zinc. Offers good resistance to splash and spillage of chemicals. Available in 2,500+ colours, inc. RAL, BS, NCS & the new NCS 2050 colours Used on...
Selemix 7-534/7-535 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat (50 GU)
50% gloss level versatile, 2-pack PU finish for direct application without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over 6,700+ RAL, RAL Metallic*,...
Carboline Carboguard 893 SG
Carboline Carboguard 893 SG is a two component, metal primer with surface tolerant properties, can also be used as an intermediate coat, or self-priming finish over steel and zinc primers. Ready to apply after mixing; no sweat-in time or thinning required Outstanding chemical and corrosion resistance One year recoat window Excellent...
Selemix 7-532/7-533 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat (30 GU)
30% gloss level versatile, 2-pack PU finish for direct application without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over 6,700+ RAL, RAL Metallic*,...
Selemix 7-538/7-539 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat (80 GU)
80% gloss level versatile, 2-pack PU finish for direct application without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys and GRP Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over 6,700+ RAL, RAL Metallic*, BS, NCS and...
Selemix 7-530/7-531 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat Economy (10 GU)
Versatile, 2-pack PU with 10% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over...
Selemix 7-534/7-535 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat Economy (50 GU)
Versatile, 2-pack PU with 50% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over...
Selemix 7-530/7-531 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat HS (10 GU)
Versatile, high solids 2-pack PU with 10% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product)...
Selemix 7-532/7-533 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat HS (30 GU)
Versatile, high solids 2-pack PU with 30% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product)...
Selemix 7-536/7-537 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat HS (70 GU)
Versatile, high solids 2-pack PU with 70% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product)...
Selemix 7-536/7-537 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat (70 GU)
70% gloss level versatile, 2-pack PU finish for direct application without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Can also be used on Glass only if used in conjuntion with Selemix 6-585 Glass Adhesion Promoter Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to...
Selemix 7-532/7-533 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat Economy (30 GU)
Versatile, 2-pack PU with 30% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over...
Carboline Carboguard 60
Carboline Carboguard 60 is a high solids and abrasion resistant coating which can be used as a primer, intermediate coat, or self-priming finish over steel or inorganic zinc primers. May be topcoated with itself, or a broad variety of high-performance finish coats. Low odour and low VOC Good chemical resistance Fast cure and dry times...
Carboline Carboguard 635
Carboline Carboguard 635 is an all-purpose immersion-grade epoxy that can be used direct to metal as a corrosion resistant primer or as an intermediate coating over other primers. Low temperature cure (20°F) Excellent corrosion protection Excellent application characteristics Fast recoat times Approved by ANSI/NSF Standard 61 for...
Selemix 7-534/7-535 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat HS (50 GU)
Versatile, high solids 2-pack PU with 50% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product)...
Selemix 7-538/7-539 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat HS (80 GU)
Versatile, high solids 2-pack PU with 80% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys and GRP Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over 6,700+...
Selemix 7-536/7-537 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat Economy (70 GU)
Versatile, 2-pack PU with 70% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys, GRP and Painted Surfaces Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over...
Selemix 7-538/7-539 2K Polyurethane Direct Topcoat Economy (80 GU)
Versatile, 2-pack PU with 80% gloss finish for direct application to a variety of substrates without need for a primer. Suitable for use on Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminium, Light Alloys and GRP Excellent anticorrosive properties Available in 10%, 30%, 50%, 70% and 80% Gloss Levels (click to view product) Available in over 6,700+ RAL, RAL...
Selemix 8-110/8-111 2K WB Acrylic Single Stage DTM Finish
2K waterborne, acrylic coating, with 6,700+ colours for direct application to well-prepared steel, galvanized steel, phosphate steel, or aluminium surfaces exposed to weathering, mechanical and chemical stress, for both interior and exterior use. Available in High Gloss (8-110) and Matt (8-111). Fast Curing version available here. Excellent...
Selemix 8-110/8-111 2K WB Acrylic Single Stage DTM Finish (Fast Curing)
2K fast curing, waterborne, acrylic coating with 6,700+ colours for direct application to well-prepared steel, galvanised steel, phosphate steel, or aluminium surfaces exposed to weathering, mechanical and chemical stress, for both interior and exterior use. Available in High Gloss (8-110) and Matt (8-111). Standard curing version available...
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Paints for Non-Ferrous Metals Including Brass, Zinc and Copper
Direct-to-non-ferrous metal paints are formulated to overcome the adhesion challenges associated with smooth, low-porosity surfaces. They eliminate the need for an undercoat, providing a time-efficient alternative that simplifies preparation while maintaining long-term durability. With strong resistance to moisture, chemicals, and abrasions, these coatings perform well across varied conditions. Popular in architectural design, transport, marine, and manufacturing, they are especially effective on surfaces like gutters, flashing, cladding, and exterior fixings where conventional paints fail.
These coatings are a popular alternative to metal paints that require extensive surface priming, offering similar levels of protection while cutting down application steps. Where an extra layer of protection is necessary - such as in aggressive coastal or industrial environments - they can be paired with compatible metal primers for enhanced performance. Direct-to-metal options are available in a wide range of colours and finishes, including satin, gloss, and metallic, and can typically be applied by brush, roller, or spray for maximum versatility.
Non-Ferrous Metal (Copper, Zinc, Brass, Etc.) Paint FAQs
Can I apply these paints without using a primer?
Yes, these paints are designed for direct application to metals like aluminium, zinc, copper, and brass, removing the need for a separate primer under most conditions. Always check the product datasheet to confirm suitability for your substrate.
Are these paints suitable for outdoor use?
Absolutely. They are formulated to withstand weathering, UV exposure, and moisture, making them ideal for use on outdoor cladding, doors, railings, and window frames.
Can I use direct-to-non-ferrous metal paint on previously coated surfaces?
These coatings work best on clean, bare metal. If painting over old finishes, ensure the surface is degreased, sanded for key, and thoroughly clean to promote adhesion.
Do I need to sand non-ferrous metals before painting?
Yes. Even though a primer isn't needed, light sanding or abrasion is recommended to help key the surface and maximise adhesion.
What’s the drying time for these coatings?
Drying times vary by product and conditions, but most are touch-dry within a few hours and fully cured within 24–48 hours. Always follow the product label for specific guidance.