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Can DiamondFinish Clear be applied over rusted metal? I have some vintage items that are painted and have rusted areas which I want to try and preserve as they are.

Yes, you can apply DiamondFinish Clear over rusted metal to preserve that vintage, weathered look. Simply clean the rusted surface with KBS Klean, allow the surface to fully dry, then apply DiamondFinish Clear.

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Once DiamondFinish Clear has fully cured, lightly sand the surface with steel wool to dial back the gloss and achieve a more subtle, satin sheen.

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