Application Guides

Guides for sealing and restoring metal and plastic tanks using the KBS Tank Sealer System.

• How to Seal a Rusted Galvanized Stock Tank (Even a Duck Pond) So It Stops Leaking for Good
• How to Reseal a Gas Tank Inside and Out to Stop Rust
• How to Seal a Plastic or Polyethylene Fuel Tank
• How to Completely Seal a Rusty Fuel Tank
• Simple Steps to Seal a Gas Tank with the KBS Coatings Tank Sealer System [Video]
• KBS Fuel Tank Sealer System Removes Rust and Restores the Inside of Your Tank to Like New
• Tip of the Month, Patience When Using Tank Sealer

How-to guides covering direct-to-rust application, surface prep, and real-world use cases for RustSeal.

• How to Paint a Rusty Farm Plow Without Sandblasting New
• How to Protect a Battery Tray from Rust, Corrosion & Battery Acid
• KBS Top Coater Galvanized Aerosol: Professional Cold Galvanizing Rust Protection in a Can
• How to Prevent Mower Deck Rust
• How to Stop and Prevent Rust on Steel UTV Skid Plates
• How to Stop and Prevent Rust and Corrosion on Docks and Dock Railings
• A Proper Body Repair Method That Keeps Rust from Coming Back
• How to Stop Rust on a Steel Fence and Make It Look New Again
• How to Stop Rust on a Car's Undercarriage Before Winter
• What’s The Best Rust Preventive Coating?
• RustSeal Safety Colors for Industrial Equipment and Floor Markings
• Using Nonconductive Coatings as Part of an EV Conversion
• How To Stop Rust And Prevent Rust
• Marine Paint Needs to Have Toughness, Flexibility, and Durability
• RustSeal, Showing the Insane Durability and Flexibility of this Rust Preventive Paint [Video]
• Rust Prevention Products Used To Stop and Prevent Rust on Many Car Surfaces
• Lawn Mower Deck Paint Kit: Which Size You Need and How to Apply It
• RustSeal Rust Prevention Formulation Keeps KBS Coatings as the Leader of the Pack
• RustSeal Used for Rust Prevention on Coil Springs
• Seal Your Lawnmower Deck To Prevent Grass From Sticking
• RustSeal and KBS MAXX Used To Restore Old Truck
• RustSeal Used to Protect Zoo Enclosures from Animal Urine and Rust
• Apply RustSeal In Thin Coats
• Ray W. Talks About RustSeal

Full restoration workflows for frames, floor pans, springs, rockers, and body panels using the Frame Coater Kit and RustSeal system.

• Rubberized Undercoating: Why It Traps Rust and How to Apply It So It Does Not New
• How to Fix Hidden Rust in Rocker Panels, Cab Corners, and Body Seams
• How to Repair Trailer Frame Rust So It Doesn't Come Back
• How to Fix Rust on a Truck Frame and Stop Rust for Good
• The Best Way to Refinish a Rusty Truck Frame
• How to Paint an Axle Housing the Right Way (Prevent Peeling & Rust)
• How to Repair & Stop Car Floor Pan Rust, The Ultimate DIY Guide
• How to Paint Coil Springs and Leaf Springs So the Finish Doesn't Crack or Peel
• Using Bed Liner on Rocker Panels, Doors, and Fenders for Protection
• Car Frame Repair is Kept Free of Future Corrosion Using the KBS Ultimate Frame Coater Kit
• 1976 Honda Trail 70 Restored Using All KBS Products
• C40 Crew Cab Frame Coated with RustSeal
• The Motorcycle Frame Coater Kit Has Everything Needed to Remove Rust and Prevent Rust In The Future
• JavaTree on Jeepforum.com Talks About Frame Paint
• Mike Talks About The KBS Frame Coater Kit

Application guides for headers, exhaust pipes, manifolds, and engine bays using XTC (Xtreme Temperature Coating).

• How to Paint a Motorcycle Exhaust to Prevent Peeling, Flaking and Rust New
• How to Paint Rusty Exhaust Headers So the Finish Won't Crack, Flake, or Peel
• Do You Need Primer With High Temperature Paint? XTC Primer Explained
• Automotive Exhaust Paint Can Extend the Life of Your Exhaust System
• Motorcycle Exhaust Coating Stops Corrosion, Looks Great, and is a Cost-Effective Solution

How-to guides for painting and restoring aluminum wheels, brake calipers, and rotors.

• How to Paint Aluminum Wheels Black So the Finish Lasts
• The Best Way to Paint Brake Rotors and Restore Brake Rotors
• DiamondFinish Clear on Polished Wheels
• How to Black Out Chrome Trim with Paint: A Permanent Chrome Delete

Proper prep is the foundation of every lasting coating. Guides for cleaning, derusting, etching, and stripping using KBS Klean, RustBlast, and KBS Strip.

• How to Prepare Metal for Painting for a Durable Finish
• How to Remove Paint from Metal: Stripper, Blasting & Sanding
• How to Detail Your Engine and Engine Bay with KBS Klean
• The Best Way to Clean a Surface Before Coating or Painting
• How To Prepare Metal Before Body Work To Prevent Future Rust
• Does Rust Converter Work? Converter, Reformer, and Full Removal Compared
• RustBlast is a Powerful Rust Remover, Keep Surface Wet
• KBS Coatings Introduces an ALL NEW Environmentally Friendly Powerful Paint Stripper

Application and use-case guides for DiamondFinish Clear, automotive, marine, wood, artwork, fishing lures, taxidermy, and more.

• Best Clear Coat for Outdoor Metal Art: Prep & Application Guide
• How to Clear Coat Taxidermy with DiamondFinish Clear
• How to Clear Coat Over Rust and Preserve the Patina Look
• Rust Protection Using Clear Coat While Keeping a Rust Patina Look
• Clear Coat for Water-Based Paint and Coatings
• What's the Most Durable Way to Seal Wood Exposed to Heavy Use and Harsh Conditions?
• Restoring a Wooden Countertop With DiamondFinish Clear
• Wood Clear Coat for Outdoor Use
• Headlight Clear Coat Damage Reduces Light Output
• Lure Makers Need A Quality Clear Coat
• DiamondFinish Clear Is The Ultimate Clear Coat for Fishing Lure Makers
• DiamondFinish Clear Is The Clear Coat To Add The Bling To Your Custom Artwork
• Candy Pigment and Flake Added To DiamondFinish Clear to Restore Jet Ski
• KBS Coatings Diamond Finish Clear for Freshening Up Gelcoat
• DiamondFinish Clear is an Ultra Durable 1K Clear Coat
• DiamondFinish Clear Video - Showing the Insane Durability and Flexibility of this Clear Coat [Video]
• Automotive Clearcoat with Superior Finish Quality, Durability and Ease of Use
• Flame Torched Copper Coated with DiamondFinish Clear
• Fishing Lure Dipped in DiamondFinish Clear
• Crankbait Clear Coated with DiamondFinish Clear
• DiamondFinish Clear on Fishing Lures
• DiamondFinish Clear on Vintage Table Lamps

Guides for applying BlackTop, Bed Renu, and bed liner coatings to truck beds, bumpers, rocker panels, Jeep floors, and textured surfaces.

• How to Apply Bedliner to Your Jeep Floor: Prep, Seal, and Protect
• Other Uses for Truck Bed Liner
• Roll on Bed Liner is Among the Best Ways to Protect Your Truck Bed
• KBS Bed Renu Used To Restore Bumper With Textured, Durable Finish
• BlackTop Looks Great on Snowmobile

Guides for coating engine blocks, engine internals, engine bays, and drivetrains using Motor Coater, RustSeal, and KBS MAXX.

• How to Restore an Engine Bay Without Removing the Engine New
• Sea Foam White Motor Coater: The Engine Enamel Built for Lugger Marine Diesel Owners
• How to Paint a Motorcycle Engine So It Doesn't Peel, Flake, or Burn Off
• Using RustSeal Like Glyptal to Protect Internal Engine Components
• Engine Block Sealer and Engine Block Coating
• Engine Paint, What's Important for Best Performance?
• Motorcycle Engine Paint Makes Your Bike Look Great
• KBS Top Coater On An Engine Bay

How-to guides for painting and protecting plastic, composite, and hard-to-coat surfaces using Fusion FPP and Cavity Coater.

• How to Get Paint to Stick to Plastic: Step-by-Step Guide
• Cavity Wax Provides Rust Protection in Hard-to-Reach Areas
• How To Attach The Cavity Wand to KBS Cavity Coater Aerosol

Guides for garage floor makeovers, concrete sealing, and wood shed floors using RustSeal, KBS MAXX, and DiamondFinish Clear.

• How to Repair a Dusting Concrete Floor Before Applying a Long-Lasting Coating
• Garage Floor Makeover Using RustSeal and KBS MAXX
• How to Protect a Wood Shed Floor from Moisture and Wear
• How to Paint and Seal a Concrete Floor with KBS Coatings
• Clear Concrete Sealer, How to Choose the Best Type for Your Project

How-to guides for protecting outdoor equipment, marine structures, and work vehicles against rust, moisture, and UV exposure.

• How to Fix a Rough, Faded, or Oxidized Water Slide, Restore Speed and Performance
• How to Stop and Prevent Rust on Your Boat Trailer: A Complete Guide
• How to Refinish a Rusty Snowplow
• Marine Paint Needs to Have Toughness, Flexibility, and Durability
• Impressed with KBS Products On My 72 inch Mower Deck

General guidance for working with KBS coatings, from opening a can the right way to achieving a flawless finish with moisture-cured paints.

• How to Mix and Apply 2K Paint: It's Easier Than You Think New
• How to Brush Metallic Paint Without Streaks New
• Introducing Relic Blue: A New Metallic Blue Color for KBS MAXX
• How to Get Any KBS MAXX Color in the Finish You Want
• How to Handle Single-Component Moisture-Cured Urethane Coatings: Induction Time, Stirring Intervals, and Skinning Prevention
• Best Way to Store Paint and Coatings and Mix for Use
• How To Properly Open a Paint Can Preventing a Stuck Lid and How To Preserve Paint In The Can
• How To Properly Open a Can of Paint and Then Store The Can of Paint for Future Use
• How to Achieve an Incredible Looking Finish When Applying A Moisture Cured Paint
• What Is Top Coat Paint? BlackTop, KBS Top Coater, and KBS MAXX Compared
• Coatings That Are Tough, Durable and Hard While Also Being Extremely Flexible
• Clear Coat: KBS Coatings DiamondFinish Clear Has Many Uses