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How to Stop and Prevent Rust on Your Boat Trailer: A Complete Guide

Rust not only makes your trailer look bad but can also compromise its structural integrity. This guide will show you how to stop existing rust and prevent future rust on your boat trailer using the KBS Coatings Ultimate Frame Coater Kit.

How To Properly Open a Paint Can Preventing a Stuck Lid and How To Preserve Paint In The Can

Over the years, one of the most useful tips we give to our customers is how to properly open a paint can so it be sealed correctly. In the video, we show you how to properly open and close a paint can from KBS Coatings.

Motor Coater - Picture of Easy-To-Apply Engine Paint

Motor Coater is easy to apply, offers superb coverage, and yields a self-leveling (brushable) professional looking finish. Have a look at the easy-to-achieve professionally looking results.

1970 Chrysler Sport Boat Restored With DiamondFinish Clear

1970 Chrysler Sport Boat Restored Using DiamondFinish Clear -Credit: Rob B.

DiamondFinish Clear 1K Aerosol on Custom Fishing Baits

DiamondFinish Clear 1K Aerosol is a tough, direct-to-metal clear coat for custom fishing lures, boat hardware, and marine parts. Won't yellow, crack, or peel. Made in the USA.

Ford Corporate Blue Motor Coater On Oil Pan

See how Roger C. restored an oil pan using RustSeal, Motor Coater in Ford Corporate Blue, and DiamondFinish Clear for a showroom-quality finish.

How Do You Clear Coat Over Rust and Preserve the Patina Look?

Clear coat over rust patina with DiamondFinish Clear or KBS MAXX Clear. Step-by-step prep, application tips, and product comparison to lock in that aged metal look.

Do I Need to Use a Primer with High-Temperature Paint?

Do you need a primer under high-temperature paint? Learn when XTC Primer helps, how to apply KBS XTC Xtreme Temperature Coating, and how to cure it.

How to Prepare Metal for Painting Using KBS Klean and RustBlast for Superior Adhesion

Prepare metal for painting with KBS Klean and RustBlast. Step-by-step cleaning, rust removal, and etching for maximum paint adhesion — no primer needed.

Best Way to Store Paint and Coatings and Mix for Use

Learn the best temperature and location to store paint and coatings, what to do if they freeze, and the right way to mix and stir them for a long-lasting, even finish.

How to Get Paint to Stick to Plastic

Painting plastic surfaces can be a daunting task, often resulting in poor adhesion if not done correctly. Keeping paint from peeling off plastic starts with proper preparation and the right products. See how KBS Klean, KBS SEP Self-Etching Primer and KBS FPP Flexible Plastics primer are used to prepare plastic for excellent adhesion of top coats. See how.

Using Bed Liner on Rocker Panels, Doors, And Fenders for Protection

Protect rocker panels, fenders, and body panels from rock chips and trail damage with KBS Bed Liner. Full prep steps for painted, bare metal, and rusty surfaces.

The Best Way to Remove Paint from Metal

Sealing the inside of an engine block addresses issues related to porosity, corrosion, and lubrication, and enhances to the overall longevity and reliability of the engine. Both KBS RustSeal and KBS Gold Standard Tank Sealer are excellent engine block sealer options. Here is how they are used.

Engine Block Sealer And Engine Block Coating

Sealing the inside of an engine block addresses issues related to porosity, corrosion, and lubrication, and adds to the overall longevity and reliability of the engine. Both KBS RustSeal and KBS Gold Standard Tank Sealer are excellent engine block sealer options. Here is how they are used.

Cold Galvanizing Compounds, Zinc-Rich Coatings, or RustSeal?

RustSeal vs. cold galvanizing compounds and zinc-rich coatings: compare surface prep, appearance, maintenance, immersion resistance, and non-ferrous metal protection.

How to Black Out Chrome Trim with Paint

Customers ask us how to get great results blacking out chrome trim. BlackTop is an ideal black out trim paint for chrome. Check out how it is done with BlackTop from KBS Coatings.

Using RustSeal Safety Colors for Painting Industrial Equipment and Floor Markings

RustSeal Safety Colors (Yellow, Blue, Green) meet OSHA standards while protecting industrial equipment and floor markings from rust, abrasion, and chemicals.

Using Nonconductive Coatings as Part of an EV Conversion

Converting internal combustion engine powered vehicles to electric power is increasing in popularity. Electrical components must be mounted on non-conductive surfaces. You can make metal surfaces nonconductive with nonconductive coatings. See how RustSeal can be used as for this purpose.

VIDEO: Stacey David from Gearz Shares How To Seal A Tank With The KBS Tank Sealer System

Watch Stacey David from Gearz demonstrate the KBS Tank Sealer System, a 3-step kit (KBS Klean, RustBlast, Gold Standard Tank Sealer) that permanently stops rust and seals fuel tanks from 1 to 100 gallons against modern fuels and ethanol blends.

VIDEO: How To Use KBS Paint Mixing Cups

KBS Paint Mixing Cups measure exact ratios from 1:1 to 7:1 for paint, hardener, thinner, and KBS Klean. Watch the video walkthrough and shop now.

How To Prepare Metal Before Body Work To Prevent Future Rust

Prevent rust from returning after auto body work. Learn how to prep metal with KBS Klean and RustBlast, then seal it with RustSeal and Cavity Coater before and after welding or applying body filler.

How To Paint and Seal a Concrete Floor

Paint and seal a concrete floor with RustSeal, KBS MAXX, or DiamondFinish Clear. Coverage rates, prep steps, and how to pick the right coating for your floor.

The Best Way to Refinish a Rusty Truck Frame

RustSeal offers the longest-lasting rust protection for a truck frame when paired with KBS Klean and RustBlast prep. KBS Rust Converter is a faster, lower-labor option for fully rusted surfaces, but won't last as long as RustSeal.

How to Completely Seal a Rusty Fuel Tank

This article describes how to completely seal a gas tank to prevent rust which is important because the rust will flake off and clog filters and injectors. The process is very simple and straight forward using the Tank Sealer Kit from KBS Coatings.

Clear Coat for Water-Based Paint and Coatings

Can you clear coat over latex paint? Yes. Learn why DiamondFinish Clear is ideal for sealing and protecting water-based paints and coatings.

How to Refinish a Rusty Snowplow

Snowplows receive a lot of abuse during a busy season and wear and tear can take their toll. Maintaining a snowplow is much less expensive than replacing it or making significant repairs. We describe in this article how to prep and coat a rusty snowplow.

Restoring a Wooden Countertop With DiamondFinish Clear

DiamondFinish Clear is the ideal clear coat for wooden countertop restorations. DiamondFinish Clear bites and adheres well to the clear that is already on the countertop. DiamondFinish Clear it is able to take the abuse that comes with being a countertop surface.

How to Detail Your Engine and Engine Bay with KBS Klean

Learn how to safely detail an engine and engine bay using KBS Klean degreaser, from prep and protecting electrical components to cleaning, rinsing, and dressing for a show-quality finish.

The Best Way to Paint Brake Rotors and Restore Brake Rotors

Brake rotors have a big impact on the appearance of wheels. This article describes how to easily restore your rusty brake rotors and how to prevent rust on brake rotors.

How to Stop Rust and Prevent Rust

How you choose to stop rust depends on how effectively you want to stop the rust long-term, the amount of work you want to put into the project, and the quality of the final finish you desire to achieve. The KBS 3-Step System stops rust, is easy to use, and provides a beautiful final finish.

How to Achieve an Incredible Looking Finish When Applying a Moisture Cured Paint

Stop bubbles in moisture cured coatings like RustSeal, BlackTop, and DiamondFinish Clear. Learn why bubbling happens and how thin coats prevent it.

Other Uses for Truck Bed Liner

Truck bed liner isn't just for truck beds. See how it protects wheel wells, rocker panels, trailers, boat hulls, tractors, and more.

KBS Fusion FPP Flexible Plastics Primer Provides a Tight Bond

KBS Fusion FPP is a fast-drying aerosol primer that bonds topcoats to flexible plastic, urethane, wood, fiberglass, and carbon fiber. Ready to sand in 30 minutes, topcoat in one hour.

Lure Makers Need A Quality Clear Coat

Lure makers need a clear coat that resists fish teeth, yellowing, and moisture. See why DiamondFinish Clear's flexible, waterproof 1K urethane formula outperforms lacquer and varnish.

How To Properly Open a DiamondFinish Clear Can and How To Preserve Clear Coat In The Can

Over the years, one of the most useful tips we give to our customers is how to properly open a paint can so it be sealed correctly. In the video, we show you how to properly open and close a paint can from KBS Coatings. +Read More.

Marine Paint Needs to Have Toughness, Flexibility, and Durability

Marine paint needs toughness, flexibility, and durability to seal metal from salt, moisture, and sun. See why RustSeal and the KBS All-In-One Kit hold up above and below the waterline.

RustSeal - Showing the Insane Durability and Flexibility of this Rust Preventive Paint

See RustSeal's rock-hard, ceramic-like durability and flexibility in action, a single-part rust preventive coating that resists road salts, chemicals, cracking, and peeling.

DiamondFinish Clear Is The Ultimate Clear Coat for Fishing Lure Makers

DiamondFinish Clear is an ultra-long lasting, moisture cured clear coat designed to add body, depth, and a rich gloss to your fishing lures. +Read More.

DiamondFinish Clear Is The Clear Coat To Add The Bling To Your Custom Artwork

You have created your custom fishing lure and what to protect it and add Bling. +Read More.

How To Attach The Cavity Wand to KBS Cavity Coater Aerosol

In this video, we show you how to properly attach the easy-to-use Cavity Wand to the Cavity Coater Aerosol can, plus the keys to success for best results.

Candy Pigment and Flake Added To DiamondFinish Clear to Restore Jet Ski

See how candy pigment and metal flake were mixed into DiamondFinish Clear to restore a jet ski with a custom candy paint finish, direct to metal.

Engine Paint – What’s Important for Best Performance?

What makes a good engine paint? Learn why heat resistance, gloss retention, and chip resistance matter, and how KBS Motor Coater delivers all three.

KBS Bed Renu Used To Restore Bumper With Textured, Durable Finish

KBS Bed Renu is not only designed to be used as a tough, durable Bed Liner, but KBS Bed Renu is also used to restore bumpers. +Read More.

Rust Prevention Products Used To Stop and Prevent Rust on Car Surfaces

Stacey David demonstrates the KBS rust prevention system (KBS Klean, RustBlast, RustSeal) stopping and preventing rust on car surfaces from suspension mounts to engine bays.

Rust Converter Versus Removing Rust and Sealing Metal – Which Protects Metal Longest?

Rust converter vs. fully removing rust and sealing metal: compare durability, finish quality, cost, and labor to find the best rust prevention method.

Prepping and Sealing Marine Metal: RustSeal, Surface Prep, and a UV-Stable Topcoat

Prep and seal marine metal with RustSeal, then topcoat with KBS Top Coater for UV-stable protection above and below the waterline.

DiamondFinish Clear Aerosol Used To Clear Coat Wooden Steering Wheel

DiamondFinish Clear Aerosol is an excellent clear coat to go over sealed wood. +Read More.

Headlight Clear Coat Damage Reduces Light Output

Cloudy, yellowed headlights can lose up to 80% of their light output. See what causes headlight clear coat failure and how the KBS Headlight Restore Kit brings lenses back to like-new clarity.

Cavity Wax Provides Rust Protection in Hard-to-Reach Areas

Cavity wax seals hard-to-reach areas like frame rails, rocker panels, and door cavities from salt, dirt, and moisture. KBS Cavity Coater delivers over 4,000 hours of salt spray protection with a self-healing film.

Roll on Bed Liner is Among the Best Ways to Protect Your Truck Bed

KBS Bed Liner can be used as a spray on, brush on, or roll on bed liner. The liner is long lasting, scratch and chip resistant and has excellent UV stability. +Read More.

Car Frame Repair is Kept Free of Future Corrosion Using the KBS Ultimate Frame Coater Kit

Inspect and repair a rusted or bent car frame, then protect it for good with the KBS Ultimate Frame Coater Kit - KBS Klean, RustBlast, RustSeal, and Cavity Coater for inside-out rust protection.

Clear Concrete Sealer – How to Choose the Best Type for Your Project

Compare acrylic, penetrating, epoxy, and urethane concrete sealers to find the best fit for your project, and see why DiamondFinish Clear's 1K moisture-cured formula holds up outdoors and in.

DiamondFinish Clear Used To Clear Coat Exterior Artwork

DiamondFinish Clear is not only an automotive 1K clear coat but is also used by artists worldwide to protect their outdoor sculptures and exterior artwork. +Read More.

XTC And XTC Clear Used To Paint Smoker

XTC high temperature coating and XTC Clear gloss topcoat are ideal for painting smokers and grills, rated for continuous heat from 500°F to 1500°F.

KBS MAXX Used To Coat Heavy Equipment

KBS MAXX is a superior performance, two-component (2K), permanently UV stable polyurethane topcoat that can be applied by brush, roller or sprayer to all your heavy equipment and heavy machinery. +Read More.