Rust-Oleum7777502 Protective Enamel Paint Stops Rust, 32-Ounce, Black Satin Finish, 1 Quarts (Pack of 1)

In the twilight of an ordinary evening, I found myself drawn into a peculiar dance with an 8-ounce vessel of Rust-Oleum 7777730 Protective Enamel Paint, its hue a satin black so profound it seemed to drink the light around it. What began as a mere task of restoration transformed into a journey of quiet awe, a communion with the very essence of shadow and permanence that I shall not soon forget.The object of my labor was a weathered garden chair, its iron frame scarred by the relentless march of time and the cruel bite of rust. Once a proud sentinel of my backyard, it had become a relic of neglect, its surface mottled with the decay of seasons past. Yet, as I opened the can, a scent both sharp and invigorating filled the air—a harbinger of renewal, a promise that even the most forsaken could be reborn. The paint itself, a viscous midnight elixir, gleamed with a subtle sheen, as if it held within its depths the secrets of a starless night.With each stroke of my brush, I felt as though I were not merely painting but weaving a tapestry of darkness upon the iron. The satin finish, neither too glossy nor too dull, bestowed upon the chair a quiet dignity, a kind of somber elegance that seemed to whisper tales of forgotten grandeur. The coverage was nothing short of miraculous; a single coat cloaked the rust in an impenetrable shroud, erasing the blemishes of age with an almost supernatural ease. Where once there was decay, now there was unity—a seamless expanse of black that absorbed the sunlight and returned a soft, muted glow, as if the chair had donned a velvet mantle.I marveled at the durability of this protective enamel, for even as I subjected the chair to the elements—rain that fell in mournful sheets, winds that howled with the fury of lost spirits—the finish held fast. Not a chip, not a scratch marred its surface, as though the paint had forged a pact with the iron, an eternal vow to shield it from the ravages of time. The satin black, with its understated luster, seemed to defy the very laws of nature, preserving the chair in a state of perpetual twilight, neither fully illuminated nor wholly obscured.As I sat upon the restored chair, my fingers tracing the smooth, cool surface, I felt a strange kinship with it. The Rust-Oleum had not merely painted the chair; it had imbued it with a new soul, a silent companion that now stood resolute against the passage of days. Each glance at its sable form filled me with a quiet satisfaction, a sense of having wrested beauty from the jaws of decay. The 8-ounce can, though small, proved a mighty alchemist, transforming the mundane into the magnificent with a mere whisper of its brush.In the stillness of that moment, I found myself lost in reverie, contemplating the power of such a creation. The Rust-Oleum 7777730 Protective Enamel Paint in Satin Black had not only restored my chair but had awakened in me a deeper appreciation for the artistry of preservation. It was a labor of love, a testament to the enduring allure of darkness made manifest, and I shall carry the memory of its transformative touch as one might cherish a haunting melody heard in the depths of a dream.

Thickness, works well to repaint patio furniture, smoothness

Paint is good. Can was leaking when I received it.

Exact amount. Worked very well

This is the good stuff for sure. Can't say anything bad about rustoleum. Rolls right on and looks great.

Used this on iron railing and after 6 months it's held up just fine. Love the matte finish.

I just used this to paint a metal railing outdoors. It is just as good as the spray paint version except this may be easier to apply on certain projects. Highly recommend. Easy to mix and apply. Dries quickly. Does drip easier than paint so use a drop cloth.

Whenever we need a hard, durable finish, indoors or out, this is our go-to paint product in red, white and gray. We've painted staircases, outdoor window and door casings & jambs, shop bench tops and cove bases with this stuff and it's truly amazing how well the paint holds up. Being oil-based, the odor is there and it takes 2-3 days to dry to the point of handling it, depending on temperature. This doesn't usually mater for most things, but for some situations, like bench tops, we'll give the paint up to a week or two to set up nice & solid. We normally buy this by the gallon, but quarts are easier to handle and gallons are getting harder to find. Shelf life in the can after opening is at least many months, depending on conditions and lid-seal, so clean those grooves and tap the lid down. There will be a dry scum when you re-open the can after a few weeks so just jab it out with a stir stick and get rid of it and your paint underneath will be as-new after stirring it.