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Wild Rust Iron Set
Complete 3-bottle Corten rust system — Iron base + Activator + Protective sealer
Complete 3-bottle Corten rust effect system. Includes Wild Rust Iron base 2.5L with real iron aggregates, Wild Rust Activator 0.75L for triggering oxidation, and Wild Rust Protective Sealer 0.75L for locking in the patina. Apply two coats of base, then activate to develop genuine, evolving rust patterns. Shades range from warm oxide red to deep brown depending on number of activator applications. Seal with included Protettivo for permanent finish. Interior and exterior use.
Price
$332.97
Back in Stock · Limited Dallas Restock
Back in stock from the latest Dallas restock — limited allocation, while supplies last. Individual components are temporarily reserved for complete set fulfillment.
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Complete Set + refills
Recommended plan
Based on 100 sq ft (9.3 m2), including buffer.
Approx. $690.93
Wild Rust Iron Set
Supplies the 2.5L base. The base usually covers more area than the activator and sealer.
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The base inside one Set covers about 161-215 sq ft for two base coats, but the activator and sealer are smaller bottles.
TDS source: Base 6-8 m2/L for two coats; Activator 7-10 m2/L for two coats; Protettivo 8-10 m2/L per coat.
This updates only the Complete Set quantity. Individual refill bottles are temporarily reserved for set fulfillment, so contact ATRIA if this project needs extra activator or sealer.
TDS-based estimate only. Wild Rust consumption changes with substrate, desired oxidation intensity, spray/brush method, and protection requirements.
Limited-restock quantity is checked again at checkout.
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This product is part of a multi-step application system that requires proper surface preparation and technique for best results.
Complete 3-bottle Corten rust effect system. Includes Wild Rust Iron base 2.5L with real iron aggregates, Wild Rust Activator 0.75L for triggering oxidation, and Wild Rust Protective Sealer 0.75L for locking in the patina. Apply two coats of base, then activate to develop genuine, evolving rust patterns. Shades range from warm oxide red to deep brown depending on number of activator applications. Seal with included Protettivo for permanent finish. Interior and exterior use.
Specifications
- Coverage: 6–8 m²/L (2 coats) ≈ 15–20 m² per 2.5L
- Coats: 2 required (+ Attivatore + Protettivo)
- Application: Brush or short-haired roller
- Density: 1.640 ± 0.05 kg/L
- Dry residue: 72 ± 2%
- Appearance: Matt, metallic dark grey
- Touch-dry: 1–2 hours
- Deep dry: 18–24 hours
- Overcoating: 4–6 hours
- Dilution: Water 20–30%
- Use: Interior and exterior*
- Storage: 12 months
- Packaging: 1L, 2.5L
Key Features
- Authentic Corten rust effect — real iron particles with controlled oxidation
- Single-component, gel acrylic resin formula
- Modular oxidation — more activator coats = deeper rust effect
- Shades range from oxide red to deep brown
- Interior AND exterior use (with Protettivo protection)
- Textured, vibrant surface with industrial character
- Water-based, low environmental impact
- Step 1: Prime surfaces with an acrylic primer before application
- 4-step system: Primer + Base + Activator + Protector
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What’s in this Set
Three components — one Complete Set
Wild Rust Iron
2.5L
Decorative iron-particle base
Coverage: ~15–20 m² for 2 coats (6–8 m²/L × 2.5L)
Wild Rust Activator
0.75L
Triggers oxidation reaction (rust formation)
Coverage: ~5.25–7.5 m² for 2 coats
Wild Rust Protective Sealer
0.75L
Locks in patina, prevents further oxidation, weather seal
Coverage: ~6–7.5 m² per coat; ~3–3.75 m² for 2 coats
Components total: $332.97
Wild Rust Iron Set: $332.97
Wild Rust requires all three components — base, activator, and protective sealer — to develop and preserve the oxidized finish. Sold as a Complete Set for guaranteed compatibility. Set price equals the exact sum of components — no markup, no discount.
Already have the Set and need to top up? Activator and Protective Sealer are available individually for larger Wild Rust projects: Activator · Protective Sealer. Iron Base and Copper Base remain temporarily reserved for Complete Set fulfillment: Iron Base · Copper Base. Join the waitlist on each base page or contact ATRIA for project-specific availability.
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METALLICUM Finishes Catalog
Real hand-applied metallic samples in a printed catalog — Steel, Copper, Brass, and Gold — plus the printed Wild Rust catalog covering the oxidized Iron and Copper effects. Ships same business day from Dallas, and your $15.00 is credited toward your next order of $100+.
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