{"id":589,"date":"2026-08-20T10:35:32","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T10:35:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tkppaints.com\/onlineshop\/?post_type=product&#038;p=589"},"modified":"2026-08-26T04:39:58","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T04:39:58","slug":"red-oxide","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/tkppaints.com\/onlineshop\/product\/red-oxide\/","title":{"rendered":"Synthetic Enamel Red Oxide"},"content":{"rendered":"<body><p>TK Paints Red Oxide Primer<br>\nTK Paints Red Oxide Primer is designed for use as an undercoat on properly prepared iron and steel surfaces. It creates a uniform base for synthetic enamel topcoats and helps achieve better adhesion and a smooth, durable finish.<br>\nKey Benefits<br>\n\u2022 Suitable for iron and steel surfaces<br>\n\u2022 Provides a uniform base for enamel topcoats<br>\n\u2022 Supports good adhesion of subsequent paint coats<br>\n\u2022 Helps improve the appearance of the final finish<br>\n\u2022 Suitable for gates, grills, railings, metal doors and fabricated structures<br>\nSurface Preparation<br>\nRemove dust, dirt, grease, loose paint, rust and other surface contaminants. Sand the surface thoroughly using 180-grade emery paper and wipe it clean before application.<br>\nApplication Instructions<br>\nStir the primer thoroughly before use.<br>\nApply one uniform coat of TK Paints Red Oxide Primer.<br>\nAllow the primer to dry for 2\u20133 hours.<br>\nFill dents and surface imperfections with thin coats of suitable putty.<br>\nAllow the putty to dry for 6\u20138 hours.<br>\nSand the surface again using 180-grade emery paper and wipe it clean.<br>\nFor the finishing coat, thin one litre of Thirukumaran Paints Synthetic Enamel with 50\u2013100 ml of mineral turpentine oil.<br>\nApply two coats of synthetic enamel, maintaining an interval of approximately 8 hours between successive coats.<br>\nSafety and Storage<br>\nUse in a well-ventilated area. Wear suitable gloves, protective clothing and eye protection during application. Keep the product away from heat, sparks and open flames. Store the container tightly closed in a cool, dry place and keep it out of reach of children.<br>\nImportant Note<br>\nDrying time may vary depending on temperature, humidity, surface condition and method of application. Follow the instructions printed on the product container and use only the recommended thinner.<br>\nDirections for Use:<br>\nSand the surface with 180-grade emery paper and wipe it clean.<br>\nApply the first coat of primer. Choose the appropriate primer depending on the application surface.<br>\nAllow the primer to dry for 2\u20133 hours.<br>\nSmoothen the surface by filling dents with thin coats of putty. Allow it to dry for 6\u20138 hours.<br>\nSand the surface again with 180-grade emery paper and wipe it clean.<br>\nThin one litre of Thirukumaran Paints Synthetic Enamel with 50\u2013100 ml of mineral turpentine oil.<br>\nApply two coats of paint, allowing an interval of 8 hours between successive coats.<\/p>\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TK Paints Red Oxide Primer is a preparatory coating for suitably cleaned iron and steel surfaces. It provides a uniform base for subsequent coats of synthetic enamel and supports good adhesion and a smooth final finish. 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