Rust Converter
Rust Converter by Redwop Chemicals is a high-performance solution designed to effectively transform rust into a protective layer, preventing further corrosion. This easy-to-apply rust converter paint is perfect for metal surfaces, ensuring long-lasting protection and enhancing the durability of your equipment and structures. Trust Redwop Chemicals for top-quality rust prevention.
Redwop Rust Converter is a premium, water-based, eco-friendly chemical solution that transforms rusted iron oxide into a durable black ferric tannate barrier. This dual-action product converts rust and acts as a built-in primer—saving time and effort by eliminating the need for sandblasting or heavy wire brushing. Designed for versatility, it supports brush, roll, or spray application and is compatible with most topcoats and coating systems.
Ideal Applications
This converter is perfect for use in industrial, automotive, marine, and household environments—such as structural steelwork, guard rails, storage tanks, HVAC units, fences, trailers, and metal outdoor furniture. It’s excellent for environments where rust removal is impractical, such as remote infrastructure, historical restoration projects, and factories. Its mild acidic formula also works effectively on galvanized surfaces.
Application Guide
Begin by preparing the surface—remove any loose rust, scale, or dirt using a wire brush or abrasive tool. If the surface is greasy or oily, degrease it with a mild detergent and allow it to dry thoroughly. Apply the product evenly over the rusted area using a brush, roller, or spray, ensuring a thin, uniform layer covers the metal. Within approximately 30 minutes, the surface will become touch-dry and visually transform from a milky brown to a matte black finish, signaling complete rust conversion. Once this transformation occurs, the area can be overcoated after 4–6 hours with your preferred topcoat—no rinsing is needed. Cleanup is simple thanks to the water-soluble formula; just use soap and water to clean tools and application equipment.
Key Features & Benefits
Formulated with tannic acid and polymer emulsion, Redwop Rust Converter chemically neutralizes rust while sealing the surface. It dries to the touch in 30 minutes and is fully ready for overcoating within 4–6 hours, making it ideal for quick turnaround projects. Its low-VOC, non-flammable, and non-toxic composition makes it safe for both indoor and outdoor use. The end result is a stable, corrosion-resistant black finish that significantly reduces future rusting and improves adhesion for subsequent paint layers.
FAQ's
Rust Converter is a chemical solution that turns rust into a stable, protective layer. It helps prevent further corrosion, enhancing the lifespan of metal surfaces.
Simply clean the rusted surface and apply the rust converter paint directly with a brush, roller, or spray. Let it cure to form a protective barrier.
Yes, Rust Converter can be used on a variety of metal surfaces, including steel, iron, and other ferrous metals, to stop rust and prevent future damage.
The protection provided by Rust Converter is long-lasting, offering rust prevention for several years, depending on environmental conditions.
In most cases, priming is not necessary. However, for the best results, ensure that the surface is clean and free from loose rust or debris before application.
A rust converter is a chemical solution that reacts with iron oxide (rust) and converts it into a stable, black protective layer (usually iron tannate), preventing further corrosion.
Yes, rust converters are ideal for medium to heavily rusted metal surfaces. However, loose flakes and scale must be removed before application for best results.
No, complete rust removal isn't necessary. Just clean off loose particles, grease, or oil. The converter is designed to work directly on rust.
It acts as a primer. After it chemically stabilizes the rust, you can apply paint or protective coatings directly over it without the need for sanding or rinsing.
Yes, it’s commonly used on automobiles, farm equipment, gates, fences, and metal tools to stop rust and prepare surfaces for painting.
Most rust converters require 4–6 hours to cure completely before applying paint or topcoats. Always follow product-specific instructions.
Yes, once cured and overcoated, the treated surface becomes weather-resistant, making it perfect for outdoor metal structures and surfaces.
No, it only works on rust. It will not react or adhere properly to clean metal or painted surfaces.
Rust converters neutralize and encapsulate rust, turning it into a primered surface. Rust removers physically dissolve rust, requiring rinsing and re-priming.
If water-based, tools can be cleaned easily with soap and water. Clean immediately after use to prevent residue buildup.