Primers / Finishes

Finding a coating system that works as both a high-performance primer and durable finish coat can significantly reduce application time, labour costs, and long-term maintenance requirements. At Industrial Coatings Ltd, we supply advanced primer and finish coating systems designed for industrial steel, roofing, cladding, tanks, and structural metalwork across the UK.

One of the leading systems available is the combination of RD-Elastometal and RD-Monoguard from RD Coatings — trusted worldwide for long-term corrosion protection in industrial and aggressive environments.

RD-Elastometal – Primer & Finish in One

RD-Elastometal is a high-performance elastomeric anti-corrosion coating designed to act as both a primer and finishing coat within a single coating system. Its direct-to-metal formulation allows it to be applied directly onto properly prepared steel and even weathered rusted surfaces.

Unlike traditional multi-product systems, RD-Elastometal combines corrosion protection, waterproofing, and UV resistance into one solution. This makes it ideal for projects where speed, durability, and reduced downtime are important.

Key benefits include:

• Primer and topcoat in one system
• Direct-to-rust application capabilities
• Permanent elasticity of approximately 200%
• Excellent corrosion resistance
• Waterproof and UV resistant finish
• Suitable for industrial and marine environments
• Water-based and low VOC
• Fast drying with minimal operational disruption

The coating is widely used on metal roofs, steel structures, bridges, tanks, cladding, and industrial facilities exposed to aggressive weather and corrosive conditions.

RD-Monoguard – High Performance Finish Coat

For projects where aesthetics and enhanced finish quality are important, RD-Monoguard is commonly used as a finishing coat over RD-Elastometal. It provides a smooth semi-gloss enamel-style finish while maintaining exceptional anti-corrosion performance.

RD-Monoguard offers:

• Excellent UV and weather resistance
• High durability in C3 to C5 environments
• Semi-gloss professional finish
• Long-term corrosion protection
• Excellent adhesion to prepared metal surfaces
• Water-based low odour formulation

This system is ideal for commercial buildings, industrial roofing, steel structures, cladding refurbishment, and aggressive coastal or industrial environments.

A Trusted Industrial Coating System

The RD-Elastometal and RD-Monoguard system is widely recognised for simplifying industrial coating projects while still delivering long-term protection. By reducing the need for multiple separate primers and topcoats, the system helps lower labour costs and application time without compromising performance.

At Industrial Coatings Ltd, we work with contractors, facilities managers, fabricators, and industrial businesses throughout the UK to supply trusted coating systems from leading manufacturers including RD Coatings.

Whether you require a direct-to-metal primer system, anti-corrosion roof coating, or long-lasting finish coat for steel structures, our technical team can help recommend the right solution for your project.