NHOU® Solutions for Light Rust

Light Rust Protection

Stop early rust before it spreads.

For vehicles with early surface rust, typically up to 2 years old. Choose semi-permanent, pro-applied BOSS Wax® Hybrid, our new NHOU® V3, or our proven Original Oil Undercoating.

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Signs of Light Rust

Look underneath at the frame, wheel wells and suspension. If these sound familiar, you’re in the right place.

Surface rust onlyOrange or brown discoloration on the frame, bolts or brackets.
Metal is still solidNo flaking, scaling or pitting. The surface is still smooth.
A winter or two of saltTypically vehicles up to about 2 years old.
No undercoating yetOr it’s been a while since the last application.
Seeing flaking, scale or pitting? That’s heavy rust. See the heavy rust plan instead.
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Three Ways to Protect a Vehicle with Light Rust

Every option penetrates to the base metal and pushes out moisture. Pick the one that fits how you want it applied.

Semi-permanent

NHOU® BOSS Wax® Hybrid

Drip-free, matte-black finish.

  • Penetrates to the base metal and seals out oxygen and water within 48 hours
  • Made in the USA and Mil-Spec compliant
  • Lifetime, transferable warranty when applied by an NHOU® Authorized Applicator
Best forSemi-permanent protection, professionally applied only
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Newest formula

NHOU® V3 Formula Undercoating

Petroleum, wax and lanolin in one formula.

  • Deep penetration of petroleum
  • Long-lasting grip of wax
  • Natural moisture resistance of lanolin, in a drip-free hybrid
Best forLasting, drip-free protection you can buy online
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Our flagship

NHOU® Original Oil Undercoating

Proven, trusted by tens of thousands worldwide.

  • Penetrates rust, displaces moisture and blocks oxygen
  • Highly refined mineral oil with green corrosion inhibitors
  • Available in Clear or Black
Best forProven protection, DIY or pro-applied
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Built for light rust

Why Choose BOSS Wax® Hybrid?

BOSS Wax® is made only for new, rust-free vehicles. Hybrid is the next step up: a semi-permanent, oil-based rust protection that penetrates to the base metal, displaces moisture and seals out oxygen and water within 48 hours.

  • Cures to a drip-free, matte-black finish
  • Made in the USA and Mil-Spec compliant for military-grade protection
  • Lifetime, transferable warranty when applied by an NHOU® Authorized Applicator
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How Do You Want It Applied?

Book a local NHOU® Authorized Applicator, or do it yourself with our DIY products.

Have It Professionally Applied

An NHOU® Authorized Applicator has the lift, equipment and training to reach every seam and cavity.

At our Chichester shop and participating locations, you also get a RustFax report with photos and technician notes of the work. How RustFax works

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Do It Yourself

Get pro-level results at home with a DIY Kit, or keep your protection topped up with Touch-Up Cans.

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Not light rust?

Find the Right Fit for Your Vehicle

New Vehicle

No rust yet. Lock in protection with BOSS Wax® & Oil, backed by a lifetime, transferable warranty.

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Heavy Rust

Flaking, scale or pitting. Convert the rust with Rustoration, then seal it with Black Oil Undercoating.

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Not Sure?

Compare every NHOU® product and pick by rust level.

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Your Vehicle Deserves It

A professional team, the right equipment and proper training lead to better results.

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