Your Nose Knows: Rust-Oleum Introduces a Fresh Way to Paint with Low Odor Spray Paint

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Mar 10, 2025, 09:30 ET

New product transforms painting experience with less smell and fast dry times, providing a more enjoyable experience for all users

VERNON HILLS, Ill., March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Rust-Oleum, a trusted leader in paints and coatings since 1921, announced today its latest innovation, Low Odor Premium Spray Paint. Designed to tackle one of the top frustrations of spray painting, this innovative product reduces odor by 40% compared to Rust-Oleum^® Painter's Touch^® 2X Ultra Cover^® solvent-based spray paintⁱ, enhancing the process into a more enjoyable and comfortable experience. Whether you're a seasoned pro or picking up a spray can for the first time, Low Odor spray paint makes achieving a smooth, flawless finish better than ever.

"The spray-painting experience isn't one size fits all. That's why we prioritize what matters most: creativity, coverage and comfort," said Matt Badgley, Senior R&D Scientist at Rust-Oleum. "Developing a water-based formula that matches the performance of traditional spray paint demanded innovation and precision. With reduced odors and faster drying times, Low Odor spray paint empowers users to create with confidence and ease."

Convenience meets high performance

Low Odor spray paint offers an exceptional blend of practicality, function and style. Each feature ensures users can achieve high-quality results every time. Highlights include:

Lower odor for a better experience: Enjoy a more pleasant painting experience and bring your item indoors sooner to finish drying without worrying about paint smells.
Fast results: Dries to the touch in just one hour and is ready to handle within four hours, with no waiting between coats, helping you complete your projects faster.
Durable on many surfaces: Works on wood, metal, glass, ceramic, and most plastics, delivering reliable results for indoor and outdoor projects.
Versatile and vibrant finishes: Choose from 11 glossy colors for a polished and bold look, or nine matte shades for a sleek, modern finish that suits any aesthetic.
Comfortable application: Its spray-any-way valve and fan-shaped tip make achieving a smooth finish simple, even on hard-to-reach areas.
Easy cleanup while wet: Thanks to its water-based formula, cleanup with soap and water is easy while the paint is still wet.

"DIYing should be empowering, not intimidating," said Lori Janssen, Senior Product Manager at Rust-Oleum. "With Low Odor spray paint, we've made the process simpler and more approachable. This innovation inspires new creators to confidently try spray painting while also enhancing the experience for our loyal users."

Designed for every project and space

Low Odor spray paint is the ultimate solution for any project, no matter where you are. Perfect for working in small spaces like balconies or outdoors, it's built to unleash creativity without compromise. From small projects to major transformations, this versatile paint helps to ensure stunning results with ease and enjoyment.

Rust-Oleum's Low Odor spray paint is now available at select retailers nationwide and online.

Check out #FreshWayToPaint for projections and inspiration. For more details, visit RustOleum.com/LowOdorSprayPaint.

About Rust-Oleum
For more than a century, Rust-Oleum^®has been a global leader in manufacturing innovative coatings that empower do-it-yourselfers and professionals alike across categories including small project paints, cleaners, primers, automotive, industrial, high-performance coatings and wood care. Its wide breadth of brands and products include such trusted names as Rust-Oleum^®, Stops Rust^®, Painter's Touch^®, Universal^®, EpoxyShield^®, Varathane^®, Zinsser^®, Watco^®, MultiSpec^®, X-I-M^®, Krud Kutter^®, RockSolid^®, Wipe New^®, Testors^®, Seal-Krete^®, Mean Green^®, Modern Masters^®, Moldex^®, Whink^®, Miracle Sealants^®, Roto-Rooter^®, Concrobium^®, and Gator^® Finishing Products. Visit rustoleum.com for more information. Follow Rust-Oleum on LinkedIn, Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram.