Here's the list of products reviewed. More details in the video description. Thank you! Rustoleum 2X (6 pack): amzn.to/2XhmjsH Rustoleum Professional: amzn.to/393heGN Krylon: amzn.to/3nq31vO Seymour: amzn.to/2YNUHMi Majic Paints: amzn.to/3E9Jupu Valspar: amzn.to/3A4iRQd Work Day (Sherwin Williams): amzn.to/38XkSSq
The moment I saw this video topic I couldn’t wait to watch. The amount of planing you have to do in order to test products for a full year and get out videos out ever week is not unnoticed. Great video and thanks as always.
The fact that this video was at least a year in the making is amazing to me. Thank you Todd for putting so much effort into these videos! Every Sunday I look forward to seeing what new video you are putting out!
Yep, it's amazing the work Todd put in every project. But it's an standard test in paints and coats. One of the roughest test is made at Beach, lots of sun, lots of salt, lots of moisture, lots of corrosion.
Without a doubt. No one else is so thorough. I've used his information so many times now. Whe people ask me where I get my consumer reports I just send them straight to project farm.
Gotta pay due respect to the guy's diligence and dedication. This was a 1-year long project! I don't think the manufacturers themselves are as good at testing their own products.
This guy has so much quality content. Just about everytime I have a project and I'm about to use a product with a specific application, this guy has already made a thorough unbiased video on it. This is the internet at its peak.
Many like to curse the internet, for a wide variety of reasons, some of which are accurate. This channel, however, is an example of how the internet can help people. It does accurate, easily understood testing of a wide variety of household products that allow the rest of us to make informed buying decisions. Kudos to one of the very best UA-cam channels out there!
You are an awesome person for doing all of your time tested research videos, That's true enthusiasm for what you are doing. Your channel's content is amazing and truly dedicated and so refreshing!! I truly truly enjoyed every segment that you have made. Thank you for what you do!!!
I spend a fortune on paints every year for my business and have tried everything on the market. In my experience, Rustolium has always given me the best results because it covers so evenly and predictably. Valspar has given me nothing but headaches and often take twice as much paint to achieve the same smooth coverage that Rustolium gives. Great video as always, Todd.
@@mariovillegas90 Martin Senior is who makes Sherwin Williams coatings and yes valspar is one of their many different lines of coatings and paint products.
You need to try spray paint that’s made for graffiti , made to dry fast and cover a lot of area and extremely opaque , also last great in high UV exposure . Companies like German Montana , Spanish Montana , ironlak and German molotow, my opinion the best . Also comes in tons of colors and can change the tips for different sizes !
Top notch testing as ALWAYS! You even waited 1 year for results. A++ Thanks for all the time you put into making these fantastic videos to help people make the right buying decisions!
Hands down, best test/review channel on UA-cam. A test that took a year to film! That’s dedication. Thanks for all the time you put in on these videos. A whole lot of people clearly appreciate it! 👍🏼
Your dedication to each projects is stunning! There is no doubt that you have saved many, many viewers a lot of money and frustration of buying an inferior product. On top of all that, you seem like an all around great guy! Thank you!
I personally love these videos for that reason, when I walk into home depot, I know exactly which products are really good and which ones are a waste of money, all thanks to these awesome videos!
@@realiouslytv1711 The store I work at sells a lot of Sherwin-Williams products, and I'm constantly disappointed by their quality control. We used to sell a cheaper brand, and that cheaper brand's quality control and attention to detail were significantly better.
I’ve been rebuilding industrial equipment for year at my facility. Rustoleum Pro has been the best spray paint I’ve used to date to protect my equipment after in between overhauls.
Try Seymour (MRO). It's by far better than Rust-Oleum Pro or any of the paints tested in this video. It's about $10 a 20oz can but well worth the cost.
I'd love to see high heat aerosol coating test. (Engine enamel, cereakote, duracoat, guncoat, alumahide, ) tested on steel and aluminum then have the winner go against powder coating
@@TurkeyOW It has been a while, I made this name on MSNgaming zone 25or so years ago with its random name generator. Got the internet in 93-4 maybe. Tech has come a long way. Ha, did have a two 4 and 5 digit ICQ account numbers. Oh just looked it up YT is 16yo, so that means my first YT comment is that old.
Glad to see this test confirm what I accidentally discovered myself a few years ago. I’ve been using the Rustoleum Pro to paint the frames on my trucks for a few years now and I’ve been amazed with how well it holds up. It hasn’t flaked anywhere or even faded at all on my winter truck that sees salt every winter. By far the best spray paint I’ve ever used. There may be slightly better ones out there, but they’re much more expensive and not really worth it.
I think you need to repaint the hood of the ranger, with “Dupli color” and a ew other “automotive grade” spray paints. Then see how they hold up after 1year
Most Duplicolor is lacquer, and I believe all paints here were enamels. A better project would be to compare lacquer brands, then maybe the best lacquer against the best enamel (and/or epoxies)
I'm continually amazed (and very appreciative) at how much effort you go to when doing these comparisons. I'll trust your results over anybody else's any day of the week! Glad to see the Rustoleum faired so well...it's the only stuff I buy and I've never been disappointed with the results
When it comes to absolute commitment to their content, I don't think any other youtubers comes close to project farm! My respect for him only goes up with every video
Thank you sooo much for your attention to detail and putting in the time in to give us valuable and useful results. I mean you dedicated a WHOLE YEAR... tyty!!!
The amount of time invested in your videos is astonishing. You bring a new definition to the word committed. And believe me when I say it's appreciated. I'm a general contractor, you literally save me time and money. So again, thankyou for you commitment
This makes me tingle with joy inside as a consumer who has tried many different spray paints, I have found the rustoleum high performance enamel was my go to! Glad to see it actually performed really well under your tests!
The reason I love these videos so much is the complete and utter lack of bullshit. It’s super refreshing and these videos are quick and extremely informative. I applaud you sir.
I love him for what he does and the fact that he does it with shit we all know and use cuz let's face it harbor freight is a big kid toy store. Sure we know alot of it is crap made in China that will fall apart in 3 months but its so damn cheap and there when we need it. Love the fact that he compares the cheap vs midle vs high cost stuff too
This man is one of the best on UA-cam. I’ve selected so many products based on his videos. Makes manufacturers prove their products do what they say. Keep up the good work!
Holy smokes! Project Farm did this test for a whole year!! That's dedication. Again the winner is us the viewers! Thanks Project Farm for the high quality test and attention to detail. Your dedication and work ethics is 2nd to none. I can't give you enough praise. Absolutely amazing!
I would like to see a paint test for farm/commercial equipment such as John Deere or Cat that is big bucks at a dealer vs the regular store bought stuff. Painting with a brush could show aspects of quality like how well it brushes out and smoothness etc.
Would've liked to see the Duplicolor brand (available at just about every auto parts store in existence) included. In the past I've found myself thinking that regular spray paint would probably work better for automotive applications than the DupliColor. I've used it quite often and I always seem to be a little bit let down by it.
They used to sell it at walmart like 15 years ago. The sprays were terrible, but the little bottles of touch up with the little brush attached to the cap? Those were amazingly good for what they were.
I've professionally painted items and Duplicolor/Duplicolor high temp were the best paints. They always went down really smooth and were more durable. You really have to apply the paint properly though with the right prep, 2 light coats, and 1 medium coat. In the video he puts the paint down incorrectly.
ive always used inside/outside paints for cars if I didnt need to color match. like whites blacks. im saying inside/outside because that is what the paints say they are used for. its silly to think a paint that can protect a metal railing cant also be used on a car. the only different between duplicolor and the others is duplicolor per its fancy name, color matches you cars paint. dont use a duplicolor clear coat when other inside/outside clear coats are much cheap like 2x rustoleum etc etc
@@bobspurloc As a matter of fact it's the clear coat that I always had the most problems with. I could never seem to lay down a heavy enough coat without using dozens and dozens of cans. The nozzles they use though, the adjustable horizontal/vertical fantail (I don't know what else to call it) nozzle is freaking awesome.
I’ve been using rust oleum paint for over 50 years and I’ve always been pleased with the paint. As all ways you’re videos are right on with the facta . Thank you again
I'd love to see a clear coat test. 1. to test over metal painted surfaces (maybe with the best paint in this videos test) to see if it helps fading. 2. To test over plastic for anti yellowing.
Well, I'm pleasantly surprised to see that RustOleum Pro did so well. I've been using it since this spring to refinish lawn equipment and really like it. It covers well and I've had no problems with runs and drips like I have with other spray paints, even other RustOleum paints.
I’m glad I finally watched this one. I’ll keep using the Rustoleum Pro for my projects. Thanks for the hard work you do for your videos and keep up the great work!
Great test! 2K paint would be an interesting addition. It is made for automotive and is actually 2 part paint like professional quality paints are. The hardener is inside the can and you have a limited working time once you activate it before it chemically cures inside the can. Testing different high temp paints for grills or exhaust components would be a cool test too. Also different wood finishes.
I can never find 2k paint ANYWHERE though! This may be more of a "me" problem though. But my guess would be he just did paints that were easily found any ole place. Could be interesting to see... I'd definitely watch a part 2, but I'm not complaining because this man prepared this for us a YEAR in advance... Like he tends to do. He's an absolute treasure and can do no wrong in my eyes hahaha.
@@danielnelson4881 you can get 2K on Amazon, it's just like $25 per can. Might be hard to find various colors, but you can get clear coat easily. That would help protect any other rattle can colored base coat you put down from oxidizing.
Awesome! Thank you for every single one of these! As head of product dev for my company, I know how much work can go into these tests, it is super appreciated!!!
@@ProjectFarm Well, your tests mean a TON to me! I have never seen such valuable tests in such a wonderfully concisely edited package, ever. Most videos/podcasts are set to 1.5-2X speed, I have to go down to one on your videos, and often rewatch entire or parts, simply because it is SO jam packed with wonderful information. I hope that many others can appreciate how much time, effort, and money these videos take. Thank you.
I’ve spent a mere decade working in fiberglass piping. Using everything from razor blades, saws alls, side grinders, marine paints, forklifts etc. etc.. you are the spirit of “know how.” Keep doin whatcha doin!
This is excellent science in the sense that anyone could replicate this if they wanted to, and thus validate the results. My hat is off to you Project Farm!
a showdown between spray paint clear coat/clear finishes would neat - even comparing with something like polycrylic or an oil based sealer. it would be cool to see how they hold up against stains, scratches, and what they're like after UV exposure!
I painted my daughters 1978 Ford F-150 rims with Rustoleum 2X. However, I’m going to return the 2X clear and buy Rustoleum Professional clear instead. Your video saved me just in time! Thank you for a years worth of work!!
@@ProjectFarm I'd be curious about replacement blades for utility knives, though I suppose it would make more sense to do the new utility knives before replacing the blades.
I would be very interested in what someone on the manufacturing end of these paints has to say about it. About the toss up between different aspects of a paint and the choices made. That goes for most of the products categories in your videos, actually. Another great test, thanks PF!
I would like to see an evaluation of “Appliance Epoxy.” I use it on my motorcycle frames. It seems to be very hard and durable, and looks better than powder-coat. I love it !!!
Would love to see you test 2K spray paints. As far as I know the only brands are SprayMax, Eastwood, and the new kid on the block is Car-Rep which allegedly has a long shelf life like normal spray paint. You could test them all against a brand or two of two part paint sprayed from a real paint gun. This would be crucial testing for a lot of us DIY types and would hopefully push more companies to offer similar products!
My goodness. Talk about dedication and planning. An entire year of testing before the reveal. Really appreciate that. Thank you for the great videos, you have a new subscriber in me, friend.
Thank you! I'm painting an outdoor metal circuit breaker box. I am trying to avoid painting every year. The 1 year checkup was valuable info. I am subscribed to you. So professional and unbiased.
Let me first say that I have a lot of respect for your work and even more for what you do for folks out here. Having said that I believe your impact tests were actually affected more by the fact that the primer beneath each paint gave up. The primer was common to all panels if I remember right so that sort of throws the proverbial "wrench in the works" Thanks again !
When it comes to Project Farm, he never disappoints. The effort & time put in as well as the variety of different tests are awesome. I get the feeling he actually enjoys doing these as others I feel they care for views only
Hi, me again. I took 3 years of auto body back in tech (91-94) and the instructor told us Rust-Oleum, the original white can oil based, had a formula that was trademarked and protected by patents. In my experience if a person took the time to properly prepare the surfaces that was a great bang for the buck. But everything comes down to prep, prep and more prep. Great video, as always 😁✌️
I painted an entire camper trailer with oil based Rustoleum, separate primer and paint...but brushed on, not sprayed. It lasted a long long time, in some pretty harsh environments. I know, it's not spray paint, just adding 2 cents about Rustoleum quality.
Wow, you did such a great job on this. Your testing is so professional! Thank you for doing the long term testing; there is just no way to compare things as an individual like this.
My suggestion for a future video: Best dishwasher detergent. There seems to be a lot of opinions on this subject and I'm curious to see if there are actually any major differences between the most common used brands.
Man I love your no bullshit, Unbiased, not paid for reviews. everything from rechargeable batteries, oil, generators, 2 and 4 stroke bicycle motors, to a year long review of spray paint. Congrats! You've changed my opinion om so many products I've stuck with just by the brand name alone. Now I use items that work by proven scientific theory and testing. Please don't stop!
I have always turned to Rustoleum for painting metal. I have also found given a choice based on price within that Rustoleum brand, you get what you pay for, and should pay for the level you need based on application. I have used other paints also in recent years for more "important" projects. When I redid the wheels on my old Minneapolis Moline, I went to Finish Master and had them color match the yellow and brown I needed and used their primer. They make an automotive grade that they can put in a spray can. This stuff worked really well, and had the bonus of being color matched. It was not cheap! but two years later it looks exactly the same as when I applied it. It does leave a tad bit to be desired in chip resistance, but I did not put any type of top coat protection on the wheels. Just for reference, my old mighty Mo has 38" rears, it is a full size farm tractor. I also used some color matched paint from Bumper to Bumper, but I forget the brand. This was a white paint I used when I repaired the rockers on my old Ramcharger. It did not cost as much as Finish Master. It applied a little worse, I had to do extra thin coats and do more coats, but it turned out nice. So far, it has held up well(one year) being outside(daily driven) and considering it is on the rockers so far it has shown good chip resistance. Some years ago, I bought some "tractor enamel" I bought at Fleet Farm(midwest). It was a two part paint. I used it for a bucket on my tractor loader. it turned out VERY shiny, and seemed durable considering the application. I sold the tractor after a couple years and it still looked good. Maybe you could dig these up and see if they are worth the cost over a can of Rustoleum Pro?
Two part paints are significantly better than any single pack paint, however they come with significant health risks due to (almost all of) them having isocyanates, which is a carcinogen. To safely spray paint with these you need a full body suit with an external air supply. Definitely not for the DIYer, but if you know what you're doing the finish will be immaculate
@@tcw95NZ I was doing a tractor bucket, inside and out. Didn;t care a whole lot about how the inside looked, and wanted the outside to look reasonable but it is the bucket, it gets shoved into dirt and snow etc. So I mixed the tractor enamal and put it on with a brush lol. I did it outside, but there was no airborn particulates or anything. That was like 10 years ago, and I am still fine. It did have a strong odor! I wouldn't want to load it in a gun and spray it in a t shirt while smoking a cig haha. The stuff held up WAY better then the spray paint job that was on it when I got it, shoved in the dirt and all. just a much harder finish.
Tremclad is a canadian brand. I've heard it's the same than Rustoleum, but I could not confirm that. I like Trenclad btw. I even used it on my Infiniti Q50 for small hidden rust spot.
If you ever do another one of these spray paint tests I would like to see you use "krylon rust tough enamel". I use it all the time to detail and clean up undercarriages on old cars and trucks and it lays out super flat and is super forgiving about bad surface prep and I have seen it hold up for years with no rust popping through and the price is decent but right now it's a bit hard to find because of all the materials shortages.
There should also be a test for how well graffiti done with each paint holds up on a train car over the course of a year. The big problem would be tracking down the train cars a year later.
@@HariSeldon913 Brilliant idea! New Rule: If you graffiti a rail car, you must include the date and brand paint. I bet the hard core graffiti artists know which paint works best on metal.
One thing I’ve noticed is that rust oleum seems to gum up after a extended storage time while krylon never does. I’ve thrown away many half full cans of rust oleum but every can of krylon lasts to the last drop. I always turn the can upside down after use. Rust oleum seems to gum up in the feed tube, not the nozzle. I only use krylon now.
@@tonycondolor1272 I have had issues with the krylon plugging the nozzle but I have never had the actual can of paint go bad, I have had cans of duplicolor and vht go bad on the shelf though.
I'd like to see some paint tested with the built in hardner. Also I'm curious how the vht chassis and rollbar paint holds up. Thanks for all the time you put into your videos.
Before i buy any tool or thing for my car i literally always check to see if you have a video on it. I love fact based no opinions information only videos. I feel like i can really trust the information i get from your videos. I appreciate you.
Wow! Great long-term testing. Very impressive. Best UA-cam channel for honest, fair and unbiased product testing. Thank you! We can't wait for your next engine oil championship for SP rated oils
I DONT KNOW WHY THEY CHARGE YOU SO MUCH MORE...? THE DOLLAR DIFFERENCE IS A SMALL PART OF IT BUT NOT THAT MUCH .. SHIPPING RATES TO CANADA HAVE ALSO GONE OUT THE ROOF AND I ONLY LIVE A FEW MILES FROM THE BORDER.??? I REMEMBER WHEN THE CANADIAN DOLLAR WAS WORTH MORE THAN THE USA DOLLAR..
I've had nothing but problems with Krylon brand spray cans, especially with their clear coat. The Krylon clear coat actually ruined one of my projects. Gave the paint a crackle effect. I even googled it and it seemed to be a pretty big issue with Krylon clear . But I personally think the best is the Rust-Oleum 2X cans. Every project I've done with 2x cans have all came out awesome and are still holding up and their colors seem to be right on.
I had the crackle problem spots on some dumpsters I was painting I was using rustoleum oil base and rustoleum clear coat had to go back to primer and respray. I switched to majic oil based clear coat from tractor supply no kracking. It has been 3 months now still looks good. I am curious how it will take the winter.
You have the absolute best channel hands down! Your real world test of these products are unbelievably eye opening and cut through the advertising bs. Also they have helped me out tremendously! Consumer report magazine should take lessons from you! Please continue your excellent and informative work!!!
You need to understand the chemistry of the paints. For example, Krylon is a "lacquer" type paint. It sets by a solvent evaporating. Its plus is the ability to accept recoats, YEARS after the initial coat, the repaired area blending well with the old. It can be readily removed with lacquer thinner. The Rustoleum paint is an "oil" paint. It initially dries by solvent evaporation, but then by chemical oxidation of the oil base. That chemical reaction is slow. It is not soluble in its own thinner after it sets. It is more difficult to repair. Note the paints that say "re-coat within (some short time), or after (insert longer time here) are of this type. BEWARE! My experience is that after that "short time" has expired & you need to recoat, YOU ARE SCREWED! Even if it's 5 years! The dried paint film will absorb the solvent from the newly-applied paint, swell, & WRINKLE, NO MATTER HOW LONG YOU WAIT! This does not happen with the solvent-type paints because the solvent re-dissolves the old paint. The oil-type paints can't dissolve because of the chemical reaction. I noted that one of the paints mentioned (Workday) mentions "alkyd" on the label. Alkyd is a special oil base & a chemical nightmare. It is not compatible with ANYTHING. There better not be any old paint, stain, or solvents present! It is either the best paint or the worst. You get ONE CHANCE. I would beware on anything other then metal, & ONLY for never-painted metal. You mention nothing about coverage. The most expensive pigments are red & purple. The "cheap" paints are watered down. You will need 3 cans of Colorplace (or the like) to cover as much as one can of Krylon, even for black. I find Krylon to be the most useful for general-purpose painting (garden gargoyles, Halloween decorations, etc.) It is available in insane array of colors, both flat, semi-gloss, & gloss. It will spray & coat when temperature is near freezing as long as there is no condensation. If the can clogs, you can remove the tip & pour a little lacquer thinner on the top of the can. Rust-oleum is useful for metal (traces of oil on the metal have less effect on interfering with adhesion). It is more persnickety to apply. It is not available in as many colors. For plastics that the paint solvent "attacks" the plastic (such as polystyrene), the adhesion is awesome. For the rest, FORGET IT. I have drip irrigation regulators for different flow rates. The manufacturer makes them all the same color! So I paint them color codes for the flow rate (& the paint flakes off). Paint adheres better if they have weathered for a couple of years. Many plastics are contaminated with silicone mold-release. "If there is ONE ATOM of that stuff around", the paint will flake off & may even "fish-eye"! Back in the 1980's, Sears sold a paint called "gutter grip" for "rain gutters in disastrous condition". It was a pale yellow-green "rubbery" paint (like rubber cement). You can paint this stuff on even polyethylene (NOTHING sticks to polyethylene!) as a primer & the top coat of any oil paint will STICK! This is no longer available, but I found a substitute primer: 3M tape primer (for helping tape stick to plastics, available on Amazon). The trouble with the tests & the paints is that the manufacturers keep "re-inventing" their paints & changing the formulas. You are never sure what you are getting! For example, Krylon makes "fusion" paints, supposedly for plastic. I find they don't adhere well to anything. The paints that claim they are also primers are not as good as a separate primer + paint. Some of the spray paints are even (latex) water-based! THEY ARE GARBAGE! If you THINK about water, these paints bubble up & run off like vomit (Been There Done That). It's like Coca-Cola, we need "classic" paints so we can make use of our experiences. I can also do without the new "improved" spray tips. They clog, & you can't switch out one from another working can when that happens. For any paint that is chemical hardening (such as Rust-oleum "oil" or alkyd), if you get clogged tip or clogged can, a century soak in solvent will do NOTHING. They keep re-inventing the spray tip connection (some are male, some female, some different diameters). It used to be all were the same (can, female, tip, male).
by far the longest comment i actually read. i don't usually have the attention span for it when im browsing youtube (i watch most videos @ 1.25x or 1.5x just to get thru) but yours was for some reason easy to read. straight to the point no fluff. and very insightful. thanks.
I was going to comment on the lacquer vs. enamel discrepancy, but you did most of it already. What I will add is this: Lacquer paints dry *from the bottom up* as the solvent carrier evaporates. Enamels dry *from the top down* which is why they are advertised as "dry to the touch after xx minutes" but only have a certain time window for recoating. After the initial film dries on top, the enamel must cure down to the substrate. Humidity affects this a lot. If you spray after the "recoat before" time, the new solvent makes that film wrinkle, which is when you will have to start over. The "recoat after 24/48hrs" bit only works in ideal humidity-controlled lab conditions. I have had enamel paints take almost 30 days to fully cure! Imagine ruining your son's pinewood derby car 3 days before the race because you gave him enamel to use and let him respray another coat because he wanted more gloss, 3 weeks after he initially painted it... That curing time is why you get a better reflective surface with enamels, though. It has more time to level out properly, and *once fully cured* will be a harder surface than lacquers. If it's something you think you will be retouching eventually, use lacquers.
Wow! I will remember where to find this information! I own a big truck and need to touch up some little dings here and there. Its white so it should be easy enough.
I’ve been using exclusively spray paint by mtn colors ever since my local hardware store started carrying them. Specifically their “hardcore” line of paints. It’s marketed as graffiti paint but it goes on so smooth it’s a little mind blowing, virtually impossible to make it run. I can usually put on 3 coats in under a minute and it comes out flawless at any angle. Would love to see how it stacks up.
@@ProjectFarm can you test paint adhesion to other items, including other items sprayed with the same paint? Spray paint really likes to stick for me. Example Two stacked chairs that have both been painted. They really like to glue together 😢
Thank you! I almost wasted an enormous amount of money on that Sherwin Williams. I’m relieved I found your video. Rustoleum pro will save me so much money and it’ll work better. I love your channel. You are doing the world a great service.
This is why I love this channel. Getting answers to the real questions we all have when we're doing a project etc and looking for the best product for quality vs cost. we all thank you Keep it up!!
I would like to see how the Eastwood 2k paint with the hardener bulb in the bottom of the can you break and it mixes in would compare. It might scratch just as easily but I think it would have a good chance of not getting chalky over time. As always, great video and well thought out ways of testing!
I have been doing graffiti for 12 years so believe me when i say that Rustolium spray paint is the best for most things. It lasts the longest on freight train box cars that Travel through extreme weather conditions. The paint is higly pigmented and lays down an opaque coat on the first try on most surfaces. But it is also very important to remember to SHAKE YOUR CANS! The pigment settles at the bottom and you must shake your can up and down and side to side for at least one minute. This will ensure that all of the pigment, solvent and binders are properly incorporated. Thank you for the awesome video PF. I LOVE RUSTOOOOOOOOO!
I'd be interested to see a comparison of spray paints where you rank them on how well the sprayer nozzles work and (hopefully) continue to work. I mean which ones seem to clog up the most/least and which ones give the best/worst spray patterns.
Awesome video with great insight! Considering many people apply a clear coat overtop of paint in automotive and other applications, I feel it would be an awesome video to test various clear coats including the half and half hardening cans and then test their resistance when cut and polished, as well as many of the same tests here. It would definitely help many people looking to correct a clear coat or just apply one as I've messed up painting with some clear coats and have just resorted to get it professionally done spending a bunch of money. Keep the videos coming!
Thank you for all your videos. All of them are very well done and very thorough. I've had a lot of trouble with the Rust-Oleum nozzles clogging because you can't turn the can upside down and clean the nozzle, plus the spray tube due to the fact that they spray in all angles. Ace Hardware has their own brand of paint which I have found to be quite Superior, plus on the nozzle spray head clogging issue. Perhaps in the future you could cover the nozzles, or spray tips. Thank you once again for all your hard work and these great videos.
I'd love to see like a rolled on oil based paint like Rust-Oleum, and also a powdercoated panel as a point of comparison with the chipping tests especially
@@F0XD1E powder coat is so tough that once rust gets under it it gets trapped, & grows , finally big flakes blister off. I suppose if they put some rust inhibitors on the steel first it would help.
@@MAsWorld1 My wife says either passivate (stainless) or galvanize, then powder coating for the best chance at a rust free life. That is if you don't want to wax everything all the time. Or just make everything out of bronze.
@@sagebrushrepair haha , I had my rock rails hot dipped, then sprayed them with raptor bed liner paint, 6 years later, a couple bubbles down to the galvanized surface, but no rust at all! I agree with her, galvanize is for life 😁
I was sooo hoping you'd do a long term comparison and I am not disappointed. Easily this is one of the top youtube channels. Love the work you've done!
I use the rust oleum high performance enamel as a touch up paint on MAN engines. It holds up very well in the marine/engine room environment and matches the factory Imron paint.
I would like to see some engine painting tests (Duplicolor, VHT, etc., while also compared to just plain Rustoleum). You could test both the high temperature engine paints as well as the very high temperature exhaust paints. Thank you for what you do!!
StoveBrite made by Forest Paint is the best high temp engine enamel is the best you can buy. The real trick is your pre paint cleaning prep work before you paint.
@@CubasAutomotive Duplicolor is not bad at all I cannot remember if its a Plasti Coat product or a Krylon product. If you are looking for high temperature coating check the chemical contents you want a silicone base for high temp coating from my experience. I have used plain old rustoleum and won a few best paint job trophies in the past at shows. The trick is prep work and application. As for automotive paint find a supplier with a technician willing to work with you answering questions. Coatings change frequently and you have to stay current on whatever product or system you choose.
@@sswcustomsewing4276 i love the input. I have some in the auto paint field. It's just becomes expensive with 2 step process or mixing and then the appropriate area for spraying & curing. The rattle can method has been my go-to for most projects, as time constraints & cost usually have a huge impact. I TOTALLY agree, prep & cleanliness is key, 2nd, is temp & humidity. I appreciate the in depth answer you provided! 👍🏻
@@CubasAutomotive I use a rattle can aka spray bomb a lot due to high costs of solvents and because I don't want to increase my solvent exposure any more than I have to. I have the auto paint shop I deal with mix and fill rattle cans for me with single stage enamel for small stuff and touch ups. Humidity and temp plays a huge role I learned that years ago starting out with the old lacquer and enamel coatings. I was shooting the dark shade of GM competition orange and due to temps, humidity, and my solvent to reduce the paint it blushed. So I had to do the old wash it off trick and start over. These new coatings that are available in rattle can they are a lot more fun than cleaning paint guns all day long thats for sure. By the way I like your channel a lot to see and learn. Thank you.
Here's the list of products reviewed. More details in the video description. Thank you!
Rustoleum 2X (6 pack): amzn.to/2XhmjsH
Rustoleum Professional: amzn.to/393heGN
Krylon: amzn.to/3nq31vO
Seymour: amzn.to/2YNUHMi
Majic Paints: amzn.to/3E9Jupu
Valspar: amzn.to/3A4iRQd
Work Day (Sherwin Williams): amzn.to/38XkSSq
Raptor paint. Supposed to be scratched resistant
“It’s been an entire year since this project started…”
This is why this is the best channel of this type on UA-cam.
Thanks!
@@ProjectFarm No Sir, thank you!
Who even does that on UA-cam…. No one else.
For real. Our boy set the bar so high, I'm not even interested in other people's shilling, err, I mean, comparisons.
Exactly my thoughts, too!
The moment I saw this video topic I couldn’t wait to watch. The amount of planing you have to do in order to test products for a full year and get out videos out ever week is not unnoticed. Great video and thanks as always.
He's really work hard on the channel .. We are appreciated you, Thank you very much
I agree... great video with a lot of prep. I appreciate this a lot.
The dude is a goat 🐐 master at his craft ✊🏽
Loop
Planing?
Ever week?
The fact that this video was at least a year in the making is amazing to me. Thank you Todd for putting so much effort into these videos! Every Sunday I look forward to seeing what new video you are putting out!
Thank you very much!! I wish I could put together more long-term product reviews.
@@ProjectFarm that would be wonderful ❤
Yep, it's amazing the work Todd put in every project. But it's an standard test in paints and coats. One of the roughest test is made at Beach, lots of sun, lots of salt, lots of moisture, lots of corrosion.
This guy is awesome! Next level
@@BiggMo yes
the hero we didn't know we needed.
Thanks!
FACTS!
Real recognize real
Year long commitment to testing spray paint, can’t say enough about how much we appreciate your videos.
Thanks so much!
That was awesome.
Yes sir
Quality, consistency, reliability and thorough.
All the time. Every time.
Project Farm deserves every bit of their UA-cam fame and following.
Thank you very much!
Facts!
"Quality, consistency, reliability and thorough."
Bruh. Thoroughness**. You put 3 nouns and then an adjective.
@@ProjectFarm we're going to keep testing that. So far its definitely in the lead!=)
Without a doubt. No one else is so thorough. I've used his information so many times now. Whe people ask me where I get my consumer reports I just send them straight to project farm.
Gotta pay due respect to the guy's diligence and dedication. This was a 1-year long project! I don't think the manufacturers themselves are as good at testing their own products.
This guy has so much quality content. Just about everytime I have a project and I'm about to use a product with a specific application, this guy has already made a thorough unbiased video on it. This is the internet at its peak.
Thanks!
Many like to curse the internet, for a wide variety of reasons, some of which are accurate. This channel, however, is an example of how the internet can help people. It does accurate, easily understood testing of a wide variety of household products that allow the rest of us to make informed buying decisions. Kudos to one of the very best UA-cam channels out there!
Thanks so much!
You are an awesome person for doing all of your time tested research videos, That's true enthusiasm for what you are doing.
Your channel's content is amazing and truly dedicated and so refreshing!!
I truly truly enjoyed every segment that you have made.
Thank you for what you do!!!
I spend a fortune on paints every year for my business and have tried everything on the market. In my experience, Rustolium has always given me the best results because it covers so evenly and predictably. Valspar has given me nothing but headaches and often take twice as much paint to achieve the same smooth coverage that Rustolium gives. Great video as always, Todd.
Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.
Valspar is sherwin williams usually sherwin williams is over priced.
I've always had way better experience with Duplicolor the Rustolium.
@@mariovillegas90 Martin Senior is who makes Sherwin Williams coatings and yes valspar is one of their many different lines of coatings and paint products.
You need to try spray paint that’s made for graffiti , made to dry fast and cover a lot of area and extremely opaque , also last great in high UV exposure . Companies like German Montana , Spanish Montana , ironlak and German molotow, my opinion the best . Also comes in tons of colors and can change the tips for different sizes !
Top notch testing as ALWAYS! You even waited 1 year for results. A++ Thanks for all the time you put into making these fantastic videos to help people make the right buying decisions!
You are welcome!
For real!! And also enjoyable informative no bs video!! 💯
@@ProjectFarm do you have a video on the best non stick cookware?
@@Low_Rent -No lie that would actually be useful.
Hands down, best test/review channel on UA-cam. A test that took a year to film! That’s dedication. Thanks for all the time you put in on these videos. A whole lot of people clearly appreciate it! 👍🏼
Thanks so much!
what spray paint offers the most content of metal within it? @@ProjectFarm
I base my home improvement projects according to your videos. I guess I’m painting this week.
Thank you very much!
Wow! I'd hate to see your RV and lawnmower! ;)
LOL
If it moves; Salute it
If it dosn't move; paint it
I don't usually plan my projects according to PF video output but I do always reference his video library when making decisions on products.
Wow, this video was a year in the making! Thats pretty cool. I've always had really good results with Rustoleum
Thank you!
Your dedication to each projects is stunning! There is no doubt that you have saved many, many viewers a lot of money and frustration of buying an inferior product. On top of all that, you seem like an all around great guy! Thank you!
Thank you very much!
@Mark H
So true. Todd is a very nice guy who loves everyone, that's why he works so hard on these videos just for us.
Yes who knew Sherwin-Williams was just skating Along on their reputation
I personally love these videos for that reason, when I walk into home depot, I know exactly which products are really good and which ones are a waste of money, all thanks to these awesome videos!
@@realiouslytv1711 The store I work at sells a lot of Sherwin-Williams products, and I'm constantly disappointed by their quality control. We used to sell a cheaper brand, and that cheaper brand's quality control and attention to detail were significantly better.
I’ve been rebuilding industrial equipment for year at my facility. Rustoleum Pro has been the best spray paint I’ve used to date to protect my equipment after in between overhauls.
Thanks for the feedback.
Try Seymour (MRO). It's by far better than Rust-Oleum Pro or any of the paints tested in this video. It's about $10 a 20oz can but well worth the cost.
yes it is great paint !!
@@crazyguyjacob He tested Seymour High-Tech. Seymour MRO is a more expensive high solids paint from the same manufacturer.
@@jonathankidwell6889 sheeeeeeit
I can’t count how many times I’ve literally begged people to watch your channel before purchasing a specific product. Thanks for all your work!!
haha
Amen
We must protect this man at all costs. I genuinely cant recall a more thorough youtuber when testing products.
Thanks!
We need to get Todd designated as a National Treasure.
I'd love to see high heat aerosol coating test. (Engine enamel, cereakote, duracoat, guncoat, alumahide, ) tested on steel and aluminum then have the winner go against powder coating
I've been wondering that too
VHT paints..
Yeah this would be great
@@wobblysauce joined 15 years ago?! Oldest yt account I've encountered. My original account was made in 2013.
@@TurkeyOW It has been a while, I made this name on MSNgaming zone 25or so years ago with its random name generator. Got the internet in 93-4 maybe. Tech has come a long way.
Ha, did have a two 4 and 5 digit ICQ account numbers.
Oh just looked it up YT is 16yo, so that means my first YT comment is that old.
Glad to see this test confirm what I accidentally discovered myself a few years ago. I’ve been using the Rustoleum Pro to paint the frames on my trucks for a few years now and I’ve been amazed with how well it holds up. It hasn’t flaked anywhere or even faded at all on my winter truck that sees salt every winter. By far the best spray paint I’ve ever used. There may be slightly better ones out there, but they’re much more expensive and not really worth it.
Thanks for the feedback.
I think you need to repaint the hood of the ranger, with “Dupli color” and a ew other “automotive grade” spray paints. Then see how they hold up after 1year
Their Hi Heat engine enamel is my go to .
Thanks for the suggestion.
Most Duplicolor is lacquer, and I believe all paints here were enamels. A better project would be to compare lacquer brands, then maybe the best lacquer against the best enamel (and/or epoxies)
Both Dupli-color and VHT are divisions of Sherwin-Williams, for whatever, that's worth.
Paint with freebie. Buck a gallon interior gloss. With a roller.
I'm continually amazed (and very appreciative) at how much effort you go to when doing these comparisons. I'll trust your results over anybody else's any day of the week!
Glad to see the Rustoleum faired so well...it's the only stuff I buy and I've never been disappointed with the results
Thanks!
When it comes to absolute commitment to their content, I don't think any other youtubers comes close to project farm! My respect for him only goes up with every video
Thanks so much!
Thank you sooo much for your attention to detail and putting in the time in to give us valuable and useful results. I mean you dedicated a WHOLE YEAR... tyty!!!
You are so welcome!
The amount of time invested in your videos is astonishing. You bring a new definition to the word committed. And believe me when I say it's appreciated. I'm a general contractor, you literally save me time and money. So again, thankyou for you commitment
You are welcome!
This makes me tingle with joy inside as a consumer who has tried many different spray paints, I have found the rustoleum high performance enamel was my go to! Glad to see it actually performed really well under your tests!
Yeah, the rustoleum is what I use on my job site at least once a month. Have used for anything from parking lot lines to pipes
Mine too!
The reason I love these videos so much is the complete and utter lack of bullshit. It’s super refreshing and these videos are quick and extremely informative. I applaud you sir.
Thanks!
I love him for what he does and the fact that he does it with shit we all know and use cuz let's face it harbor freight is a big kid toy store. Sure we know alot of it is crap made in China that will fall apart in 3 months but its so damn cheap and there when we need it. Love the fact that he compares the cheap vs midle vs high cost stuff too
This man is one of the best on UA-cam. I’ve selected so many products based on his videos. Makes manufacturers prove their products do what they say. Keep up the good work!
Thanks, will do!
Holy smokes! Project Farm did this test for a whole year!! That's dedication. Again the winner is us the viewers! Thanks Project Farm for the high quality test and attention to detail. Your dedication and work ethics is 2nd to none. I can't give you enough praise. Absolutely amazing!
Thanks so much!
Lance,
I saw your '2nd', and my brain read it as 'tuned'.
I would like to see a paint test for farm/commercial equipment such as John Deere or Cat that is big bucks at a dealer vs the regular store bought stuff. Painting with a brush could show aspects of quality like how well it brushes out and smoothness etc.
Rustoleum has a specific spray paint for farm equipment with supposedly better rust protection.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Would've liked to see the Duplicolor brand (available at just about every
auto parts store in existence) included. In the past I've found myself thinking that regular spray paint would probably work better for automotive applications than the DupliColor. I've used it quite often and I always seem to be a little bit let down by it.
They used to sell it at walmart like 15 years ago. The sprays were terrible, but the little bottles of touch up with the little brush attached to the cap? Those were amazingly good for what they were.
I've professionally painted items and Duplicolor/Duplicolor high temp were the best paints. They always went down really smooth and were more durable. You really have to apply the paint properly though with the right prep, 2 light coats, and 1 medium coat. In the video he puts the paint down incorrectly.
Here in Canada, a can of Dupli-Color (227 grams or 8 ounces) is $18.99 a can😲😲. Really expensive paint which doesn't go very far in terms of coverage.
ive always used inside/outside paints for cars if I didnt need to color match. like whites blacks. im saying inside/outside because that is what the paints say they are used for. its silly to think a paint that can protect a metal railing cant also be used on a car. the only different between duplicolor and the others is duplicolor per its fancy name, color matches you cars paint. dont use a duplicolor clear coat when other inside/outside clear coats are much cheap like 2x rustoleum etc etc
@@bobspurloc As a matter of fact it's the clear coat that I always had the most problems with. I could never seem to lay down a heavy enough coat without using dozens and dozens of cans. The nozzles they use though, the adjustable horizontal/vertical fantail (I don't know what else to call it) nozzle is freaking awesome.
I’ve been using rust oleum paint for over 50 years and I’ve always been pleased with the paint. As all ways you’re videos are right on with the facta . Thank you again
I'd love to see a clear coat test. 1. to test over metal painted surfaces (maybe with the best paint in this videos test) to see if it helps fading. 2. To test over plastic for anti yellowing.
Clearcoat is needed on anything you want to preserve for any length of time. It's harder and adds UV and chemical resistance.
Yeah but you can't find many actual clear coats in a can. Real clear has an activator. Everything else is just clear paint.
Thanks for the suggestion.
This man's dedication to giving us quality reviews is incredible
Thanks!
Well, I'm pleasantly surprised to see that RustOleum Pro did so well. I've been using it since this spring to refinish lawn equipment and really like it. It covers well and I've had no problems with runs and drips like I have with other spray paints, even other RustOleum paints.
Thanks for sharing!
I’m glad I finally watched this one. I’ll keep using the Rustoleum Pro for my projects. Thanks for the hard work you do for your videos and keep up the great work!
Thanks, will do!
This channel, without exaggeration, is the best on UA-cam. So much effort and time goes into it. Such a likeable personality and so informative.
Thanks so much!
@@ProjectFarm
You deserve it.
Great test!
2K paint would be an interesting addition. It is made for automotive and is actually 2 part paint like professional quality paints are. The hardener is inside the can and you have a limited working time once you activate it before it chemically cures inside the can.
Testing different high temp paints for grills or exhaust components would be a cool test too. Also different wood finishes.
I can never find 2k paint ANYWHERE though! This may be more of a "me" problem though. But my guess would be he just did paints that were easily found any ole place. Could be interesting to see... I'd definitely watch a part 2, but I'm not complaining because this man prepared this for us a YEAR in advance... Like he tends to do. He's an absolute treasure and can do no wrong in my eyes hahaha.
I like your idea for testing high temperature paint.
2k paint is No comparison, and not generally available to the public.
@@MAsWorld1 anyone can buy 2k paint its just expensive.
@@danielnelson4881 you can get 2K on Amazon, it's just like $25 per can.
Might be hard to find various colors, but you can get clear coat easily. That would help protect any other rattle can colored base coat you put down from oxidizing.
This is why I recommend this channel to everyone. A whole year of dedication. Great video!
Thanks!
Praying for God to reward you and guide your heart. Thanks so much for the great work you are doing. The world need more people like you.
Thank you so much!
"We're gonna test that." This is music to my ears. I've been waiting for this one. Kudos !
Thanks!
Awesome! Thank you for every single one of these! As head of product dev for my company, I know how much work can go into these tests, it is super appreciated!!!
Thank you very much! This means a lot to me!!
@@ProjectFarm Well, your tests mean a TON to me! I have never seen such valuable tests in such a wonderfully concisely edited package, ever. Most videos/podcasts are set to 1.5-2X speed, I have to go down to one on your videos, and often rewatch entire or parts, simply because it is SO jam packed with wonderful information. I hope that many others can appreciate how much time, effort, and money these videos take. Thank you.
i knew it was sunday and was waiting for your next video. i love em so much that i call the channel gotham farm because of how informative it is
Thank you very much!
I’ve spent a mere decade working in fiberglass piping. Using everything from razor blades, saws alls, side grinders, marine paints, forklifts etc. etc.. you are the spirit of “know how.” Keep doin whatcha doin!
Thanks, will do!
This is excellent science in the sense that anyone could replicate this if they wanted to, and thus validate the results. My hat is off to you Project Farm!
a showdown between spray paint clear coat/clear finishes would neat - even comparing with something like polycrylic or an oil based sealer. it would be cool to see how they hold up against stains, scratches, and what they're like after UV exposure!
Who rates these reviews with a thumbs down???? What more can you possibly expect????
Most do this so they don't come up in future feeds.
Thank you!
They probably have stock in Sherwin Williams.
I painted my daughters 1978 Ford F-150 rims with Rustoleum 2X. However, I’m going to return the 2X clear and buy Rustoleum Professional clear instead. Your video saved me just in time! Thank you for a years worth of work!!
You should test vise's or maybe chisels ? See how hard some of the cheap blades are
Thank you for the video idea!
Definitely would be interested in seeing chisel brands and which ones are better than others.
Enderes is a small chisel and punch company. Include them in such a test. Great punches and chisels!
@@ProjectFarm I'd be curious about replacement blades for utility knives, though I suppose it would make more sense to do the new utility knives before replacing the blades.
I have an old set of Marples regular chisels and wood turning chisels. Good chisels👍
I would be very interested in what someone on the manufacturing end of these paints has to say about it. About the toss up between different aspects of a paint and the choices made. That goes for most of the products categories in your videos, actually. Another great test, thanks PF!
You are welcome! Thanks the suggestion.
I would like to see an evaluation of “Appliance Epoxy.” I use it on my motorcycle frames. It seems to be very hard and durable, and looks better than powder-coat. I love it !!!
Yes! that would be a great test! Could also test paint sold to paint worn Formica countertops.
Thanks for the suggestion.
You deserve every single one of your subs. You have helped so many people cut through the marketing bs.
Thanks!
I always assumed Rustoleum Pro was just the "amateur" grade paint in a larger can. But based on the results maybe it is actually a different product.
Would love to see you test 2K spray paints. As far as I know the only brands are SprayMax, Eastwood, and the new kid on the block is Car-Rep which allegedly has a long shelf life like normal spray paint. You could test them all against a brand or two of two part paint sprayed from a real paint gun. This would be crucial testing for a lot of us DIY types and would hopefully push more companies to offer similar products!
Thanks for the suggestion.
My goodness. Talk about dedication and planning. An entire year of testing before the reveal. Really appreciate that. Thank you for the great videos, you have a new subscriber in me, friend.
You are welcome! Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Thank you! I'm painting an outdoor metal circuit breaker box. I am trying to avoid painting every year. The 1 year checkup was valuable info. I am subscribed to you. So professional and unbiased.
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for watching and subscribing!
The amount of information packed in these videos is astounding. I really appreciate all the hard work and setup that goes into it!
Thanks!
My Sunday just got a whole lot better
AWSOME! Thank you for the positive comment!!
Let me first say that I have a lot of respect for your work and even more for what you do for folks out here.
Having said that I believe your impact tests were actually affected more by the fact that the primer beneath each paint gave up. The primer was common to all panels if I remember right so that sort of throws the proverbial "wrench in the works" Thanks again !
Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.
When it comes to Project Farm, he never disappoints. The effort & time put in as well as the variety of different tests are awesome. I get the feeling he actually enjoys doing these as others I feel they care for views only
I agree I don't trust a lot of other people's review videos they seem views are more important than the information.
Hi, me again. I took 3 years of auto body back in tech (91-94) and the instructor told us Rust-Oleum, the original white can oil based, had a formula that was trademarked and protected by patents. In my experience if a person took the time to properly prepare the surfaces that was a great bang for the buck. But everything comes down to prep, prep and more prep. Great video, as always 😁✌️
Thanks!
I painted an entire camper trailer with oil based Rustoleum, separate primer and paint...but brushed on, not sprayed. It lasted a long long time, in some pretty harsh environments. I know, it's not spray paint, just adding 2 cents about Rustoleum quality.
Wow, you did such a great job on this. Your testing is so professional! Thank you for doing the long term testing; there is just no way to compare things as an individual like this.
You are welcome!
My suggestion for a future video: Best dishwasher detergent. There seems to be a lot of opinions on this subject and I'm curious to see if there are actually any major differences between the most common used brands.
Include an all natural one like Dr. Bronners Sal Suds which I use for dishes and to make laundry detergent.
Oh good idea!
Finish Power Ball tabs, never had to rewash a dish and can find them on sale for a good price all the time.
I’d like to see which window cleaner is the best. Zep Windex etc
technologies connections has one you might like
Man I love your no bullshit, Unbiased, not paid for reviews. everything from rechargeable batteries, oil, generators, 2 and 4 stroke bicycle motors, to a year long review of spray paint.
Congrats! You've changed my opinion om so many products I've stuck with just by the brand name alone. Now I use items that work by proven scientific theory and testing.
Please don't stop!
Thanks!
Your level of testing goes above and beyond! It's both very impressive and appreciated
Thanks so much!
Suddenly Seymour! Thank you for the immense effort you put into these videos. Younare VERY appreciated!
Thanks!
Literally the best channel in existence anywhere
Thanks so much!
Respect man respect. 1 year for a test means you know what're you doing. It's realy a welldone job.
Thanks!
I have always turned to Rustoleum for painting metal. I have also found given a choice based on price within that Rustoleum brand, you get what you pay for, and should pay for the level you need based on application.
I have used other paints also in recent years for more "important" projects. When I redid the wheels on my old Minneapolis Moline, I went to Finish Master and had them color match the yellow and brown I needed and used their primer. They make an automotive grade that they can put in a spray can. This stuff worked really well, and had the bonus of being color matched. It was not cheap! but two years later it looks exactly the same as when I applied it. It does leave a tad bit to be desired in chip resistance, but I did not put any type of top coat protection on the wheels. Just for reference, my old mighty Mo has 38" rears, it is a full size farm tractor.
I also used some color matched paint from Bumper to Bumper, but I forget the brand. This was a white paint I used when I repaired the rockers on my old Ramcharger. It did not cost as much as Finish Master. It applied a little worse, I had to do extra thin coats and do more coats, but it turned out nice. So far, it has held up well(one year) being outside(daily driven) and considering it is on the rockers so far it has shown good chip resistance.
Some years ago, I bought some "tractor enamel" I bought at Fleet Farm(midwest). It was a two part paint. I used it for a bucket on my tractor loader. it turned out VERY shiny, and seemed durable considering the application. I sold the tractor after a couple years and it still looked good.
Maybe you could dig these up and see if they are worth the cost over a can of Rustoleum Pro?
Thanks for the suggestion.
Also, Krylon clogs WAY to much, and their caps are not, or used to not be replaceable.
My neighbor painted an old motorcycle with that stuff it looked decent and held up really well
Two part paints are significantly better than any single pack paint, however they come with significant health risks due to (almost all of) them having isocyanates, which is a carcinogen. To safely spray paint with these you need a full body suit with an external air supply. Definitely not for the DIYer, but if you know what you're doing the finish will be immaculate
@@tcw95NZ I was doing a tractor bucket, inside and out. Didn;t care a whole lot about how the inside looked, and wanted the outside to look reasonable but it is the bucket, it gets shoved into dirt and snow etc. So I mixed the tractor enamal and put it on with a brush lol. I did it outside, but there was no airborn particulates or anything. That was like 10 years ago, and I am still fine. It did have a strong odor! I wouldn't want to load it in a gun and spray it in a t shirt while smoking a cig haha. The stuff held up WAY better then the spray paint job that was on it when I got it, shoved in the dirt and all. just a much harder finish.
Tremclad would be a good brand to include next time.
Tremclad is a canadian brand. I've heard it's the same than Rustoleum, but I could not confirm that. I like Trenclad btw. I even used it on my Infiniti Q50 for small hidden rust spot.
Tremclad is owned by Rustoleum, it's their "Canadian" brand.
I would like to know the tremclad equivalent to the rustoleum pro seen here
@@AltWrongGamer But are the recipes the same?
@@johnnellis3025 canadiens can't follow a recipe anyway!
Congratulations on 2 million subscribers! You definitely deserve all the exposure and much more to come! Thanks Project Farm!
I appreciate that!
Just a big "Thank You" for not only this video but all the videos you do on various products. Your time, testing and knowledge is much appreciated.
Thanks so much!
If you ever do another one of these spray paint tests I would like to see you use "krylon rust tough enamel". I use it all the time to detail and clean up undercarriages on old cars and trucks and it lays out super flat and is super forgiving about bad surface prep and I have seen it hold up for years with no rust popping through and the price is decent but right now it's a bit hard to find because of all the materials shortages.
There should also be a test for how well graffiti done with each paint holds up on a train car over the course of a year. The big problem would be tracking down the train cars a year later.
@@HariSeldon913 Brilliant idea!
New Rule: If you graffiti a rail car, you must include the date and brand paint.
I bet the hard core graffiti artists know which paint works best on metal.
One thing I’ve noticed is that rust oleum seems to gum up after a extended storage time while krylon never does. I’ve thrown away many half full cans of rust oleum but every can of krylon lasts to the last drop. I always turn the can upside down after use. Rust oleum seems to gum up in the feed tube, not the nozzle. I only use krylon now.
@@tonycondolor1272 I have had issues with the krylon plugging the nozzle but I have never had the actual can of paint go bad, I have had cans of duplicolor and vht go bad on the shelf though.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I'd like to see some paint tested with the built in hardner. Also I'm curious how the vht chassis and rollbar paint holds up. Thanks for all the time you put into your videos.
You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
I would love to see a video on portable air purifiers for the home! Great content as always!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
Before i buy any tool or thing for my car i literally always check to see if you have a video on it. I love fact based no opinions information only videos. I feel like i can really trust the information i get from your videos. I appreciate you.
Thanks so much!
Wow! Great long-term testing. Very impressive. Best UA-cam channel for honest, fair and unbiased product testing. Thank you! We can't wait for your next engine oil championship for SP rated oils
You are welcome!
3.96 for the rustoleum.. Wow in Canada that's 11.99.. Are we EVER getting sprayed with it :(
$13.59aud
I DONT KNOW WHY THEY CHARGE YOU SO MUCH MORE...? THE DOLLAR DIFFERENCE IS A SMALL PART OF IT BUT NOT THAT MUCH .. SHIPPING RATES TO CANADA HAVE ALSO GONE OUT THE ROOF AND I ONLY LIVE A FEW MILES FROM THE BORDER.??? I REMEMBER WHEN THE CANADIAN DOLLAR WAS WORTH MORE THAN THE USA DOLLAR..
$9.99 at my local Canadian Tire. Dupli-Color Perfect Match Automotive paint is even worse at $18.99/can😲
@@AIRMANBEAR WHY ARE YOU YELLING?
Tariffs maybe?
I've had nothing but problems with Krylon brand spray cans, especially with their clear coat. The Krylon clear coat actually ruined one of my projects. Gave the paint a crackle effect. I even googled it and it seemed to be a pretty big issue with Krylon clear . But I personally think the best is the Rust-Oleum 2X cans. Every project I've done with 2x cans have all came out awesome and are still holding up and their colors seem to be right on.
I had the crackle problem spots on some dumpsters I was painting I was using rustoleum oil base and rustoleum clear coat had to go back to primer and respray. I switched to majic oil based clear coat from tractor supply no kracking. It has been 3 months now still looks good. I am curious how it will take the winter.
You have the absolute best channel hands down! Your real world test of these products are unbelievably eye opening and cut through the advertising bs. Also they have helped me out tremendously! Consumer report magazine should take lessons from you! Please continue your excellent and informative work!!!
You need to understand the chemistry of the paints. For example, Krylon is a "lacquer" type paint. It sets by a solvent evaporating. Its plus is the ability to accept recoats, YEARS after the initial coat, the repaired area blending well with the old. It can be readily removed with lacquer thinner. The Rustoleum paint is an "oil" paint. It initially dries by solvent evaporation, but then by chemical oxidation of the oil base. That chemical reaction is slow. It is not soluble in its own thinner after it sets. It is more difficult to repair. Note the paints that say "re-coat within (some short time), or after (insert longer time here) are of this type. BEWARE! My experience is that after that "short time" has expired & you need to recoat, YOU ARE SCREWED! Even if it's 5 years! The dried paint film will absorb the solvent from the newly-applied paint, swell, & WRINKLE, NO MATTER HOW LONG YOU WAIT! This does not happen with the solvent-type paints because the solvent re-dissolves the old paint. The oil-type paints can't dissolve because of the chemical reaction. I noted that one of the paints mentioned (Workday) mentions "alkyd" on the label. Alkyd is a special oil base & a chemical nightmare. It is not compatible with ANYTHING. There better not be any old paint, stain, or solvents present! It is either the best paint or the worst. You get ONE CHANCE. I would beware on anything other then metal, & ONLY for never-painted metal.
You mention nothing about coverage. The most expensive pigments are red & purple. The "cheap" paints are watered down. You will need 3 cans of Colorplace (or the like) to cover as much as one can of Krylon, even for black.
I find Krylon to be the most useful for general-purpose painting (garden gargoyles, Halloween decorations, etc.) It is available in insane array of colors, both flat, semi-gloss, & gloss. It will spray & coat when temperature is near freezing as long as there is no condensation. If the can clogs, you can remove the tip & pour a little lacquer thinner on the top of the can. Rust-oleum is useful for metal (traces of oil on the metal have less effect on interfering with adhesion). It is more persnickety to apply. It is not available in as many colors.
For plastics that the paint solvent "attacks" the plastic (such as polystyrene), the adhesion is awesome. For the rest, FORGET IT. I have drip irrigation regulators for different flow rates. The manufacturer makes them all the same color! So I paint them color codes for the flow rate (& the paint flakes off). Paint adheres better if they have weathered for a couple of years. Many plastics are contaminated with silicone mold-release. "If there is ONE ATOM of that stuff around", the paint will flake off & may even "fish-eye"!
Back in the 1980's, Sears sold a paint called "gutter grip" for "rain gutters in disastrous condition". It was a pale yellow-green "rubbery" paint (like rubber cement). You can paint this stuff on even polyethylene (NOTHING sticks to polyethylene!) as a primer & the top coat of any oil paint will STICK! This is no longer available, but I found a substitute primer: 3M tape primer (for helping tape stick to plastics, available on Amazon).
The trouble with the tests & the paints is that the manufacturers keep "re-inventing" their paints & changing the formulas. You are never sure what you are getting! For example, Krylon makes "fusion" paints, supposedly for plastic. I find they don't adhere well to anything. The paints that claim they are also primers are not as good as a separate primer + paint. Some of the spray paints are even (latex) water-based! THEY ARE GARBAGE! If you THINK about water, these paints bubble up & run off like vomit (Been There Done That). It's like Coca-Cola, we need "classic" paints so we can make use of our experiences.
I can also do without the new "improved" spray tips. They clog, & you can't switch out one from another working can when that happens. For any paint that is chemical hardening (such as Rust-oleum "oil" or alkyd), if you get clogged tip or clogged can, a century soak in solvent will do NOTHING. They keep re-inventing the spray tip connection (some are male, some female, some different diameters). It used to be all were the same (can, female, tip, male).
by far the longest comment i actually read. i don't usually have the attention span for it when im browsing youtube (i watch most videos @ 1.25x or 1.5x just to get thru) but yours was for some reason easy to read. straight to the point no fluff. and very insightful. thanks.
This is really good information. Thanks.
I was going to comment on the lacquer vs. enamel discrepancy, but you did most of it already.
What I will add is this:
Lacquer paints dry *from the bottom up* as the solvent carrier evaporates. Enamels dry *from the top down* which is why they are advertised as "dry to the touch after xx minutes" but only have a certain time window for recoating. After the initial film dries on top, the enamel must cure down to the substrate. Humidity affects this a lot. If you spray after the "recoat before" time, the new solvent makes that film wrinkle, which is when you will have to start over. The "recoat after 24/48hrs" bit only works in ideal humidity-controlled lab conditions. I have had enamel paints take almost 30 days to fully cure! Imagine ruining your son's pinewood derby car 3 days before the race because you gave him enamel to use and let him respray another coat because he wanted more gloss, 3 weeks after he initially painted it...
That curing time is why you get a better reflective surface with enamels, though. It has more time to level out properly, and *once fully cured* will be a harder surface than lacquers.
If it's something you think you will be retouching eventually, use lacquers.
You made me screenshot this nugget of great information. Bravo, Good Sir
Wow! I will remember where to find this information! I own a big truck and need to touch up some little dings here and there. Its white so it should be easy enough.
I’ve been using exclusively spray paint by mtn colors ever since my local hardware store started carrying them. Specifically their “hardcore” line of paints. It’s marketed as graffiti paint but it goes on so smooth it’s a little mind blowing, virtually impossible to make it run. I can usually put on 3 coats in under a minute and it comes out flawless at any angle. Would love to see how it stacks up.
Thanks for the feedback.
I've seen this brand at my local hardware store and wondered, good to know it's good stuff.
mtn, loop, dang, molotow, ironlak, all great brands.
Is that the same as Montana spray paint?
@@Productsthathateyou. yes same
Would love to see clear coats included in this. And something like VHT's high temp engine, caliper, and header paints against other high temp paints.
Thanks for the suggestion.
@@ProjectFarm can you test paint adhesion to other items, including other items sprayed with the same paint? Spray paint really likes to stick for me. Example
Two stacked chairs that have both been painted. They really like to glue together 😢
Thank you! I almost wasted an enormous amount of money on that Sherwin Williams. I’m relieved I found your video. Rustoleum pro will save me so much money and it’ll work better. I love your channel. You are doing the world a great service.
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
This is why I love this channel. Getting answers to the real questions we all have when we're doing a project etc and looking for the best product for quality vs cost. we all thank you Keep it up!!
Thanks, will do!
I would like to see how the Eastwood 2k paint with the hardener bulb in the bottom of the can you break and it mixes in would compare. It might scratch just as easily but I think it would have a good chance of not getting chalky over time. As always, great video and well thought out ways of testing!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
Spraymaxx is the leader of this category
This video was super helpful! I would love to see a part 2 with other brands. I'm especially curious about Dupli-Colour automotive match paints.
Great to hear! Thanks for the suggestion.
I have been doing graffiti for 12 years so believe me when i say that Rustolium spray paint is the best for most things. It lasts the longest on freight train box cars that Travel through extreme weather conditions. The paint is higly pigmented and lays down an opaque coat on the first try on most surfaces. But it is also very important to remember to SHAKE YOUR CANS! The pigment settles at the bottom and you must shake your can up and down and side to side for at least one minute. This will ensure that all of the pigment, solvent and binders are properly incorporated. Thank you for the awesome video PF. I LOVE RUSTOOOOOOOOO!
You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.
I'd be interested to see a comparison of spray paints where you rank them on how well the sprayer nozzles work and (hopefully) continue to work. I mean which ones seem to clog up the most/least and which ones give the best/worst spray patterns.
Awesome video with great insight! Considering many people apply a clear coat overtop of paint in automotive and other applications, I feel it would be an awesome video to test various clear coats including the half and half hardening cans and then test their resistance when cut and polished, as well as many of the same tests here. It would definitely help many people looking to correct a clear coat or just apply one as I've messed up painting with some clear coats and have just resorted to get it professionally done spending a bunch of money. Keep the videos coming!
Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.
@@ProjectFarm i wonder how well that colorplace paint would perform with a quality clearcoat.
Excellent suggestion! I was thinking the same. Also the brands that tend to discolor over time.
This is another great video ! I've wanted to see this one for a while with all the painting I do :) thank you!
Thank you very much!
@@ProjectFarm I watch all of your videos - every one of them is truly a great contribution to humanity :)
I’ve been a rustoleum person for years, mainly because of how it dries.
This was a mega scientific video, congratulations!
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for all your videos. All of them are very well done and very thorough. I've had a lot of trouble with the Rust-Oleum nozzles clogging because you can't turn the can upside down and clean the nozzle, plus the spray tube due to the fact that they spray in all angles. Ace Hardware has their own brand of paint which I have found to be quite Superior, plus on the nozzle spray head clogging issue. Perhaps in the future you could cover the nozzles, or spray tips. Thank you once again for all your hard work and these great videos.
I'd love to see like a rolled on oil based paint like Rust-Oleum, and also a powdercoated panel as a point of comparison with the chipping tests especially
Powder coat has great chip resistance, but terrible corrosion protection, once the rust gets under it , your done.
@@MAsWorld1 That rusting problem pretty much applies to paint too. Idk maybe powder coating is worse if you say so.
@@F0XD1E powder coat is so tough that once rust gets under it it gets trapped, & grows , finally big flakes blister off. I suppose if they put some rust inhibitors on the steel first it would help.
@@MAsWorld1 My wife says either passivate (stainless) or galvanize, then powder coating for the best chance at a rust free life. That is if you don't want to wax everything all the time. Or just make everything out of bronze.
@@sagebrushrepair haha , I had my rock rails hot dipped, then sprayed them with raptor bed liner paint, 6 years later, a couple bubbles down to the galvanized surface, but no rust at all! I agree with her, galvanize is for life 😁
That definitely matches up with my highly un-scientific experience, the Rust-O Pro is just really darn good paint!
Thanks for the feedback.
Funny, I was about to leave the same comment. I have been using the Rust-O Pro for years. I always thought it was good paint, now I know it’s good.
@@billybadass411thefirst9 same. I already have like 4 cans on hand, always seemed to apply the best and lasts
Yep i always swore by the stuff and for the extra coin it's always the best choice in the long run
Thanks for the feedback.
I was sooo hoping you'd do a long term comparison and I am not disappointed. Easily this is one of the top youtube channels. Love the work you've done!
Thanks and you are welcome!
I use the rust oleum high performance enamel as a touch up paint on MAN engines. It holds up very well in the marine/engine room environment and matches the factory Imron paint.
Your devotion and professionalism to providing top quality content is second to none. Thank you and keep up the great work.
Thanks, will do!
I would like to see some engine painting tests (Duplicolor, VHT, etc., while also compared to just plain Rustoleum). You could test both the high temperature engine paints as well as the very high temperature exhaust paints.
Thank you for what you do!!
StoveBrite made by Forest Paint is the best high temp engine enamel is the best you can buy. The real trick is your pre paint cleaning prep work before you paint.
I'm EXTREMELY curious about duplicolor too! I'm in automotive so for vehicles, I'd like to see the best alternatives to paint booth
@@CubasAutomotive Duplicolor is not bad at all I cannot remember if its a Plasti Coat product or a Krylon product. If you are looking for high temperature coating check the chemical contents you want a silicone base for high temp coating from my experience. I have used plain old rustoleum and won a few best paint job trophies in the past at shows. The trick is prep work and application.
As for automotive paint find a supplier with a technician willing to work with you answering questions. Coatings change frequently and you have to stay current on whatever product or system you choose.
@@sswcustomsewing4276 i love the input. I have some in the auto paint field. It's just becomes expensive with 2 step process or mixing and then the appropriate area for spraying & curing. The rattle can method has been my go-to for most projects, as time constraints & cost usually have a huge impact.
I TOTALLY agree, prep & cleanliness is key, 2nd, is temp & humidity.
I appreciate the in depth answer you provided! 👍🏻
@@CubasAutomotive I use a rattle can aka spray bomb a lot due to high costs of solvents and because I don't want to increase my solvent exposure any more than I have to. I have the auto paint shop I deal with mix and fill rattle cans for me with single stage enamel for small stuff and touch ups. Humidity and temp plays a huge role I learned that years ago starting out with the old lacquer and enamel coatings. I was shooting the dark shade of GM competition orange and due to temps, humidity, and my solvent to reduce the paint it blushed. So I had to do the old wash it off trick and start over. These new coatings that are available in rattle can they are a lot more fun than cleaning paint guns all day long thats for sure. By the way I like your channel a lot to see and learn. Thank you.