MetalGuard
Ceramic protection for marine metalwork
A protective coating for exposed metal fittings. MetalGuard helps rails, anchors and mooring cleats resist salt water and corrosion while retaining a glossy, easy-clean finish.
- Application
- Spray and immediately buff with a microfiber cloth
- Curing
- 24 hours protected drying and curing
- Packaging
- Confirm current pack size with our team
- Surfaces
- Metal carabiners, stainless steel rails, anchors and mooring cleats.
What the surface gains.
On the surface
- Water repellency
- Gloss enhancement
In use
- Saltwater resistance
- Rust and corrosion resistance
Over time
- Easier maintenance of metal fittings
Technical data.
| Property | MetalGuard |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Chemical resistance | pH 1–12 |
| Saltwater resistance | Yes |
| Moisture resistance | Yes |
| Pencil hardness (ISO 15184) | 10H |
| Dry film thickness | 800–1,100 nm |
| Consumption | 4–5 mL/m² |
| Density at 23°C | 0.87 g/cm³ |
| Product pH | 5.5–6 |
| Dry to touch | 4 hours |
| Application temperature | 5–30°C (≤50% RH) |
| Temperature resistance | 150°C |
| Water contact angle (10 µL) | 107° |
| Water contact angle after 3,000 wet scrubs (ISO 11998) | 101° |
| Water sliding angle (20 µL) | 11° |
| Oil contact angle (10 µL) | 87° |
| Gloss at 60° (ISO 2813) | 96 on acrylic |
| REACH compliance | Yes |
How to apply
- Clean and dry the metal thoroughly. Work out of direct sunlight and test a small area first.
- Wear nitrile gloves and shake the bottle gently.
- Work in sections of no more than 1 m², spraying 4–5 mL per m².
- Buff straight away in circles with a dry, lint-free microfiber cloth.
- Allow 24 hours for drying and curing.
Confirm local pack sizes, substrate compatibility and application requirements before use.
Match the coating
to the job.
Share the substrate, environment and required performance. We’ll help confirm the right formulation and application process.
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