Anyone here use asphalt paint?

[nccat]

I want to paint a red tube gate that has some rust on it. Has ayone ever painted anything with asphalt paint? Does it dry completely,is it messy in the summer?

[Just Cliff]

It will dry to the touch but after a few years it may dust up a bit. If you have it use it. BTW Where are you in NC. Im from Northern Vance Co

[plowjockey]

Just curious.

Why not just use spray enamel?

[nccat]

I am in harnett county. I am interested in the asphalt paint because it supposedly will protect wood from decay and protect metal from rusting. Just seems like something to have around the farm.

[retire2$]

I have used the Henry brand asphalt on T-post and metal gates. The stuff has held up well over 4 years except around the bottom of the T-post where the weed eater string has taken off the coating. The metal dries (but not completely) after approximately 1 day (Temperature and humidity does have an effect on the dry time. I put two coats on everything. I have stopped weed eating around the post and treat that area with round-up. I put the coating on with a brush. I am well pleased so far.

[Esteban29304]

It will work much better if you can remove all the rust you can & wipe it down. TIP= Thin the paint for easier application & to make a gallon go further. To thin the paint --use gas & it will dry much faster--- Use diesel & it will dry slower. Use a cheap brush & throw away.
Also, this paint is good for coating & preserving R.R. crossties.

Originally Posted by Just Cliff

It will dry to the touch but after a few years it may dust up a bit. If you have it use it. BTW Where are you in NC. Im from Northern Vance Co

Cliff: I went to school at Zeb Vance school, back in the early 50's. Use to be good friends with a Cliff. Edwards, I'm pretty sure was his last name. I think it was in Kittrell.