Rust Preventative Coating - Rust Inhibitor - Rust Bullet DuraGrade Clear

Rust Bullet DuraGrade Clear

DuraGrade Clear is a high-performance, ultra-low VOC, rust inhibitive and protective coating. With just 49 g/l of VOCs, DuraGrade Clear’s patent pending formula is an environmentally preferred ultra-low VOC coating compliant in every state and air quality management district. DuraGrade Clear can be used as a standalone coating or as a topcoat and can be applied directly onto clean or rusted metal, concrete, wood and other surfaces. DuraGrade Clear has superior adhesion and provides excellent corrosion protection and abrasion resistance. Easy to apply by brush, roller, or spray equipment. Scratch, chip, chemical and UV Resistant. Ideal for indoor or outdoor surfaces. Perfect for sealing in the Rust Bullet decorative flakes. Anti-skid material can be added for an anti-skid surface. Dries to a water clear finish.

We want you to experience optimum performance and enjoy the protective benefits of our coatings, so please follow our simple Application Guidelines prior to starting your project to set yourself up for success! Moisture-cured urethane coatings begin curing when exposed to air. Do not open the can until ready to use. All Rust Bullet coatings require a minimum of two coats. The surface to be coated must be completely dry, have a profile for adhesion, and the recoat time of approximately 2-6 hours must be followed. As soon as the previous coat is dry to the touch, you are ready for the next coat.

Approxiate Coverage: 300 ft² per gallon, per coat

DuraGrade Clear Product Information

Rust Bullet DuraGrade Clear is an extremely versatile product that can be used on a variety of difference substrates. DuraGrade Clear can be used as a stand-alone coating to provide unparalleled protection from the elements, used as a topcoat to provide an additional layer or UV protection with a beautiful gloss finish, or used on your concrete application to seal in Rust Bullet Decorative Color Flakes.

DuraGrade Performance Testing

  • Taber Abrasion (ASTM D4060): 38 mg / 10,000 Cycles
  • Impact Resistance (ASTM D2794): >40 inches (exceeds max test limits)
  • Mandrel Bend (ASTM D 522-13): >32% without cracking (exceeds test)
  • Pull-off Adhesion Bond Strength (ASTM D7234-05):
    • 50mm dolly: >525 PSI (Dollies unable to be removed at ~525 max psi)
    • 20mm dolly: >1485 PSI (concrete broke apart and DuraGrade never lost adhesion)