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How To Use Magnetic Paint
Rust-Oleum Magnetic Primer Paint Tips
- Using tape will leave an edge.
- The paint will build up some thickness on the wall and if tape is used to mark off the area a visible ridge or edge will be left when the tape is removed. An alternative is to mark off the area you want to be magnetic and feather the paint near this boundary. The photos on page 1 show tape on the wall but it was applied just as a guide to limit the area to be painted with magnetic paint. It was painted up near to the tape but not on it to avoid leaving a distinct edge. Though it is hard to see in the photo on the right the magnetic paint blends into the wall very well, only a slight texture is seen and only at certain angles.
- Topcoat to match the other walls.
- The magnetic paint dries to a very flat finish which would bruise and show scuff marks very easily. Painting over it with wall paint used in the rest of the room will protect and hide it. Because the magnetic paint is very dark you might want to test the finish color to see if it will cover. As you can see in the photo to the right one finsh coat did not hide the magnetic paint, we applied three finish coats to completely hide the dark gray primer. Putting too many finish coats on top of the magnetic paint may weaken the holding power of the magnets.
- Strong magnets work best.
- The holding strength will be determined by the magnet.
- Consider a frame.
- To dress up the magnetic section and help hide where you stop and start wood moulding or another suitable framing material can be applied to create a framed area.
- One Year Update
- After a little more than a year the Rust-Oleum Magnetic Paint is still doing its job. The customer is extremely pleased with the ability to hang the artwork without tape, nails or pins. It has been the perfect solution for temporarily displaying the art. She suggests using strong magnets for the best holding power.
The following information is copied from the Rust-Oleum Magnetic Primer Paint label. To see the complete label download the PDF document here: Rust-Oleum Magnetic Primer Paint.
MAGNETIC PRIMER is a dark gray colored basecoat that transforms a simple surface to one that attracts magnets. It can be top coated with any latex paint and applied to wood, metal, masonry, drywall, plaster and more. Strong magnets with minimal weight adhere best to treated surface. Safe for use near electronics.
Painting Conditions: Use when temperature is between 50°F (10°C) and 90°F (32°C) and humidity is below 85% to ensure proper drying.
Preparation: Remove loose paint and rust with wire brush or sandpaper. Lightly sand glossy surfaces. Clean with soap and water, rinse and let dry. WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
Painting: Tape around the area you wish to paint before beginning. A minimum of 2 coats are required. Stir thoroughly before use and regularly during application. If not shaken at the store, stir until the paint is a consistent dark gray color. Use a foam roller that is designed to give a smooth finish. Apply primer in an up and down motion. With roller, work the area to give the smoothest application. The smoother the surface, the stronger the magnetic attraction.
Dry and Recoat Times: Based on 77°F(25°C)-50% relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. Recoat after 30 minutes. For best results, apply three thin coats instead of 2 heavy coats. Dries to the touch in 30 minutes and to handle in 1 hour. Top coat with any latex paint after 4 hours. Application of more than 2 coats of top coat will reduce effectiveness of magnets.
Clean-Up: Clean brush and other application tools with xylene.
Coverage: 16 square feet with 3 coats.
More helpful painting tips, techniques and how-to articles can be found by following these links.
How To Paint a Room ◊ How To Paint a Stairway ◊ How To Paint a Two-Story Room ◊ How To Choose Colors ◊ Six Step Color Choice ◊ Popular Color Ideas ◊ How To Choose Paint ◊ Tools ◊ How To Caulk ◊ How To Patch a Hole ◊ How To Patch a Crack ◊ How To Cut In a Wall or Ceiling ◊ How To Roll a Wall or Ceiling ◊ How To Paint Woodwork ◊ How To Paint a Window ◊ How To Paint Baseboard ◊ How To Paint a Door ◊ How To Paint Crown Moulding ◊ How To Paint Kitchen Cabinets ◊ How To Choose a Premium Paintbrush ◊ How To Paint a MDF Bookcase ◊ How To Paint Aluminum or Vinyl Siding ◊ How To Paint Over Faux Finishes ◊ How To Use Magnetic Paint ◊ How To Use FrogTape ◊ How To Paint Repair Water Damaged Drywall ◊ Hiring a Contractor ◊ Paint Stripper Safety
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