Coating Concerns

CAUSES

• Painting a surface that is damp from moisture or humidity.
• Improper surface preparation where contaminants, oil, rust or mil scale were not removed.
• Exposing a fresh paint film to extreme weather conditions such as ice, rain, low temperatures or high humid conditions. This can lead to an improper cure times.

SOLUTIONS

• Remove loose paint by scraping, sandblasting or pressure wash.
• Prime effected areas and re coat with an oil based primer and top coat.
• Reference Product spec for proper storage and dry time handling procedures.
• Contact our office so we can help you determine the cause and how best to address the problem.

TOOLS:

• Product Spec Sheet
• Oil Based Primer
• Covered storage area for painted parts.

CAUSES

• Painting in direct sunlight or on a surface that is too warm.
• Application of an oil-based or alkyd paint over a damp, wet surface.
• Exposing of a fresh latex paint film to dew, high humidity or rain.
• Insufficient surface preparation that stops the coatings from adhering to the substrate.

SOLUTIONS

• Reference your product’s Spec Sheet for proper surface preparation.
• Reference your product’s Spec Sheet for warnings regarding weather during application.
• Reference your product’s Spec Sheet for cure and exposure time limits.
• Sand or scrape loosened film parts. Allow any moisture to dry, prime and re coat.
• Contact our office so we can help you determine the cause and how best to address the problem.

TOOLS

• Product Spec Sheet
• Production Information regarding weather, finished product storage and shipping conditions.
• Oil Based Brush-able Primer

CAUSES

• Long-term exposure to moisture and sunlight
• Using a low-quality paint
• Over thinning the paint or spreading it too thin
• Not priming and sealing a porous surface

SOLUTIONS

• Remove all chalk residue by pressure-washing or sand-blasting. A wire brush and detergent may also be used. Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water from a garden hose.
• If noticeable chalk still remains, use oil based primer as the first coat of paint and finish using a high-quality topcoat.
• Contact our office so we can help you determine the cause and how best to address the problem.

TOOLS

• Wire Brush
• Mild Detergent
• Pressure washer
• Product Spec
• Oil Based Primer

CAUSES

• Moisture or condensation getting into the coating before application.
• Temperature fluctuations while drying.
• Coating over a porous surface.
• Improper agitation
• Uneven film thickness over areas.
• Thin film build.

SOLUTIONS

• Reference Product Spec for proper agitation.
• Reference Product Spec for recommended film thickness.
• Spot Primer any porous areas before applying a top coat.
• If already coated a new coat should improve the uniformity of the sheen.
• Contact our office so we can help you determine the cause and how best to address the problem.

TOOLS

• Product Spec Sheet
• Oil Based Primer
• Mil thickness Gage
• Proper Application documentation for spray equipment.

CAUSES

• Paint is applied too thick.
• Paint build up around corners during application.
• Exposing a fresh paint film to high humidity or moisture.
• Surface was not prepared properly with contaminates being removed.
• Lack of proper agitation before application.

SOLUTIONS

Determine the possible cause of failure by researching our product Spec Sheet for the following:

– Recommended Paint Film Thickness

– Recommended Product Agitation

– Recommended Cleaning and Surface Preparation

• Contact our office so we can help you determine the cause and how best to address the problem.

TOOLS

• Product Spec Sheet
• Paint Mil Thickness Gage
• Proper Spray Technique Guide

CAUSES

• Heavy and uneven application of paint.
• Application in unusually high humidity conditions.
• Application of over thinned paint.
• Painting over a high gloss are the prevents adhesion.
• Lack of proper surface perpetration to remove contaminants.

SOLUTIONS

• Attempt to roll or more evenly distribute the wet paint.
• Reference your product’s Spec Sheet for proper thinning ratios.
• Sand glossy surface to allow better product adhesion.
• Confirm the best product for your project.
• Contact our office so we can help you determine the cause and how best to address the problem.

TOOLS

• Top Coat Spec Sheet
• Thinner Spec Sheet
• Proper dimension applicator roller or brush.