How to Use Rust Converter Demonstration

In this video we show you how to use Gemplers Rust Converter to restore iron or steel objects, explain what it is, and how it's used.

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Transcript
Hi, Jack and Devon here from Gemplers product support team. Today we're going to show you how to use Rust Converter to restore iron or steel objects. But before we get into showing you how to use Rust Converter it'd probably be a good idea to know what it is. Yeah, Rust Converter is a synthetic polymer formula that converts existing rust into a black inert paintable surface. It then prevents further rusting of the object.

Well let's see how it works. It looks like we have a good wheel to use here. We do. We have a wheel here that is pretty well covered and rust. But before we can apply the Rust Converter we need to make sure we have the proper PPE on. To apply Rust Converter you should have protective gloves, eyewear and proper ventilation.

Alright now we've got our PPE on. What's the first step to applying Rust Converter? The first thing to do is remove any dirt, grit, lose rust flakes or scale. You can do this by using a wire brush. You don't want to remove all rust just what's loose. Then wipe the object clean before applying the product.

And how will you be applying the Rust Converter? Today we'll be applying it with a paintbrush. Rust Converter does also come in two other formulas - a sprayable for airless and compression sprayers in an aerosol. To apply Rust Converter, pour some into a small container. You don't need a lot because if you have extra the used Rust Converter can't go back in the original container. Then just dip the brush into the Rust Converter and use your brush to apply coating the areas with rust.

How many coats do you need to put on? The paint on version we're using today will require two coats. The other two formulas will require more. The spray on version requires three coats and the aerosol will require four.

Looks like we've got the first coat pretty much on about how long does it take to dry before we can apply the second coat? Drying time between coats will take about twenty to sixty minutes depending on the conditions. Humidity and temperature will affect the drying time. Once it is dry enough for the second coat it will change to a purplish hue which you can see that it's starting to do now, letting you know that it is ready for a second coat.

Once the two coats of Rust Converter have been applied the Rust Converter does need to cure to turn the rust into an inert black form. How long does that typically take? That typically takes about 48 hours after that you can apply an oil-based paint.

So overall not too difficult or time-consuming process. For clean-up Rust Converter is water-based all you need is soap and water to clean your brush and container if you plan on reusing them. Yeah, make sure you dispose of any Rust Converter product you've poured out. Adding the used Rust Converter back into the original container will cause contamination.