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Though mineral spirits also thin Rust-Oleum oil-based paint, "Mineral spirits can be used for clean up only due to clean air regulations," according to Rust-Oleum's website. The thickness (viscosity) of canned paint works well for brushing, but if you plan to spray it, you'll probably need to thin it.
People also ask, can you paint a car with Rustoleum oil based paint?
Rustoleum is a oil based paint you will never be able to put "a real" paint job unless you completely strip the rustoleum off. and on little car like that it will cost more to remove the old than to repaint it.
Thereof, how do you mix oil based paint for spraying?
Steps for Thinning Oil Based Paint for Your Sprayer
- Pour the paint through a strainer into a clean container.
- Add 1 part mineral spirits or turpentine for every 3 parts paint.
- Stir paint with a clean stir stick until the thinner and the paint are fully mixed.
- Run the thinned paint through a funnel.
Re: How long would a RustOleum paint job last on a car? 4 to 7, depending on climate.