COMPARISON

Spray paints compared by handling time

This comparison uses the first applicable numeric milestone reported for each product. It is a planning aid, not a claim that the products are substitutes.

Fair-comparison rule: Read the exact milestone and conditions on each product page. Similar numbers may describe different tests, substrates or stages.

Comparison table

ProductManufacturer-stated minimumCondition/source
Krylon Matte Finish Spray Coating
Clear matte spray
15 minutesAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Krylon Satin Finish
Clear satin spray
15 minutesAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Rust-Oleum Wheel Paint
Wheel paint
30 minutes77°F and 50% RH
Krylon COLORmaxx Paint + Primer Spray Paint
Spray (all colors)
1 hoursSee product page
Krylon Camouflage Paint
Ultra-flat spray
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Krylon Chalky Finish Paint
Decorative spray
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Krylon Classic Lacquer-Based Spray Paint
Spray (all colors)
1 hoursSee product page
Krylon Classic Lacquer-Based Spray Paint
General purpose
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Krylon Craft Foam Primer
White spray primer
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Krylon Dulling Spray
Clear coating
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Krylon Farm & Implement Paint
Aerosol
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Krylon Fusion All-In-One Spray Paint
Spray (all colors)
1 hoursSee product page
Krylon High Heat Spray
High-temperature spray
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Krylon Lacquer Spray
Gloss lacquer spray
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Krylon Marbelizing Spray
Decorative spray
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Rust-Oleum Automotive Acrylic Enamel Touch-Up
Aerosol
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Rust-Oleum Automotive High Heat Paint
Aerosol
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Rust-Oleum Automotive Universal Touch-Up
Aerosol
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch 2X Ultra Cover
Clear spray
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.
Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch 2X Ultra Cover Primer
Primer spray
1 hoursAt manufacturer-stated conditions; temperature, humidity and film thickness can change drying time.

What can change the order?

Temperature, humidity, film thickness, airflow, surface preparation and the meaning of the stated milestone can all change which product is appropriate. We preserve the manufacturer’s wording on the individual page so you can check the comparison before relying on it.

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