Ultimate Guide: Hammerite

August 26, 2022 Kaibertech Singapore

HAMMERITE

Hammerite Direct to Rust

Hammerite Direct To Rust Metal Paint now boasts a much stronger protection against rust. DUALTECH provides a two-way protection by repelling water and stopping rust formation, thus with the anti-corrosion formulation, the metal remains durable for longer period. 

• Provides protection for up to 8 years when applied correctly

• Strong adhesion to ferrous metal surface
• Direct to rust application, no primer required
• 2 coats
• Sag-resistant
• Paint roller applicator
• Variation: Smooth, Hammered & Satin Smooth
• Available Sizes: 250mL & 750mL

Uses:

As a corrosion-resistant and decorative coating for ferrous
metals(Ferrous metals include steel, cast iron, as well as alloys of iron with other metals (such as with stainless steel), wood and certain plastics.

Colour Range:

Black, Red, Blue, Copper, Gold, Dark Green, Yellow, Silver, White, Muted Clay, Cream & Wild Thyme.

Colour Mixing:

All Hammerite Hammered colours can be intermixed although
the pattern may be affected.
All Hammerite Smooth colours can be intermixed except for
Smooth Gold, Silver and Copper.

Appearance:

Hammerite Smooth - smooth gloss.
Note: Gold, Silver and Copper are metallic sheen finishes.

Hammerite Hammered - a smooth gloss incorporating
a hammered pattern.
Note: Pattern will vary depending on temperature, colour,
substrate and method of application.

Hammerite Satin Smooth - a satin finish (less shiny than the
Smooth & Hammered finishes).

Application Method:

Rusted metal surfaces, abrade surface using coarse sandpaper. All surfaces must be dry and free from loose rust, dirt,
dust, grease and salt.

Bare metal surfaces, degrease with Hammerite Brush Cleaner & Thinners.

Painted metal surfaces, abrade the painted surface to remove contaminants/gloss. Wash down thoroughly with diluted detergent and rinse with clean water. Allow to dry and test for compatibility with existing paint by painting a small
patch test first. Any compatibility problems will be evident within the first hour after application.

Plastic surfaces, Hammerite paint may be applied on some plastic surfaces such as outer drainpipes. Apply a water-based plastic primer prior to Hammerite paint. Hammerite should not be used on surfaces that are subject to prolonged contact with water.

Wood surfaces, for bare wood surfaces, apply a water-based acrylic wood primer prior to using Hammerite paint. For painted wood surfaces, sand painted surface to remove contaminants/gloss followed by washing down thoroughly with diluted detergent, rinse with clean water and allow to dry.

Recommended Tools:

1. Brush (small, flat surface area)
2. Roller (larger surface area)
3. Conventional Spray
4. Airless Spray

Drying Time:

Touch/Surface Dry: 2 hours approximately
Intercoat Period: 4 hours
NOTE: Times may change depending on weather conditions.

Hammerite Direct to Galvanised

Hammerite Direct To Galvanised Metal Paint is an air-drying decorative coating for application to galvanised steel(a manufacturing process where a coating of zinc is applied to steel or iron to offer protection and prevent rusting, most commonly used method is a hot-dip galvanising) and other non-ferrous metals without the need for a primer. The product uses an alkyd designed for high quality air-drying finishes. It has fast surface dry and excellent through-dry in thick films so allowing quick recoatability. Hammerite Direct To Galvanised Metal Paint can be applied by brush or roller. The specially selected resin imparts a gloss finish which resists dirt pick up. Hammerite Direct To Galvanised Metal Paint is designed to
give excellent one coat coverage

• Available in 750mL only
• Can be applied using brush or roller
• Drying time 4 hours
• UV Resistance
• Shelf life, minimum 2 years at 21°C in original & unopened container

Uses:

As a decorative coating for galvanised and non-ferrous metals,
wood and certain plastics.

Colour Range:

Black, Silver, Copper, Dark Green, Blue & Dark Green.

Appearance:

Smooth gloss. (Silver & Copper are metallic sheen finish)

Colour Mixing:

Do not mix Hammerite Direct To Galvanised Metal Paint with any other Hammerite finishes.

Application Method:

Weathered galvanised steel should be weathered until dull prior to application of Hammerite Direct To Galvanised
Metal Paint. Abrasion should be with coarse sandpaper rather than fine to ensure removal of pre-treatment factory coating. Degrease with Hammerite Brush Cleaner & Thinners or diluted detergent (preferred option) both for removal of surface contaminants and soluble salts. Rinse with clean water and allow to dry.

New bare galvanised steel, abrasion is required to ensure maximum adhesion. Wash down thoroughly with Hammerite Brush Cleaner & Thinners or diluted detergent(preferred option) purpose is to remove of surface contaminants and soluble salts. Rinse with clean water and allow to dry. Apply a phosphoric acid etch primer (mordant solution) to convert the galvanised steel zinc surface prior to application of Hammerite Direct To Galvanised Metal Paint.

Painted metal surfaces, sand the painted surface to remove contaminants/gloss. Wash down thoroughly with Hammerite Brush Cleaner & Thinners or diluted detergent. Rinse with clean water and allow to dry. Test for compatibility with existing paint by doing a patch test in a small area first. Any compatibility problems will be evident within the first hour after application.

Plastics, Hammerite paints may be used on certain types of plastic, such as the outside of drainpipes and guttering. Apply a water-based plastic primer prior to Hammerite paint. Hammerite should not be used on surfaces that are subject to prolonged contact with water such as the inside of guttering.

Wood, for bare wood, apply a water-based acrylic wood primer before applying Hammerite paint. For painted wood, sand the painted surface to remove contaminants/gloss. Wash down thoroughly with diluted detergent, inse with clean water and allow to dry.

Reccomended Tools:

1. Brush (small, flat surface area)
2. Roller (larger surface area)

Drying Time:

Touch/Surface Dry: 4 hours approximately
Recoat Period: 6 hours
NOTE: Times may change depending on weather conditions.

Where to purchase? 

One of our leading retailer is Selffix Pte Ltd. Their stores are located across 11 malls islandwide.

1. Selffix DIY (The Centrepoint)  
2. Selffix DIY (Clementi Mall)
3. Selffix DIY (Hougang Mall)
4. Selffix DIY (Jurong Point)
5. Selffix DIY (Nex)
6. Selffix DIY (Parkway Parade)
7. Selffix DIY (Seletar Mall)
8. Selffix DIY (VivoCity)
9. Selffix DIY (Westgate Mall)
10. Selffix DIY (Paya Lebar Quarters)
11. Selffix DIY (Great World City)

Article written by: 
Little Miss Starbucks