Clear coat over Rustoleum?

[RexPearl]

I was ready to paint my entire exterior (minus the roof (Tropicool)) using Rustoleum; then I stumbled across a comment saying it fades in the sun.

I still intend to do Rustoleum but do not want fading... anyone know if clear coat would help? I’m no painter... would any additives prolong the life?

 

[gs1949]

Have tou read this recent thread? http://www.skoolie.net/forums/f13/when-to-paint-27955.html

 

[HazMatt-SKO]

^
Seconded.

 

[RexPearl]

Great! Looks like Rustoleum with some hardener it is. Thanks for the link!


Would the hardener be in lieu of clear coat?... I just don't want to be blasted by wind, sand and bugs on a big trip and get out to find the paint didn't stand up to it?!

 

[HazMatt-SKO]

Don't know, personally.
Better to ask your question on the established thread, tho. [emoji106]

 

[Sleddgracer]

Don't know, personally.
Better to ask your question on the established thread, tho. [emoji106]

clear coat would definitely help - make sure the clear coat is compatible with the paint you use - you wouldn't want the clear coat to lift the colour coat

 

[EastCoastCB]

Rustoleum sells clearcoat right next to the other paints.