Problem Solving Forum
November 23 - November 28, 2015
For coatings with a high-solids content (95 percent or more), what kinds of defects, such as holidays or micropores, are possible or likely to occur in the applied film? How can these be prevented or remedied?
Selected Answers
From
Sarah Geary of RockTred on
November 24, 2015:
I agree with Dave; primers and sealers help in a l ...read more
I agree with Dave; primers and sealers help in a lot of scenarios. On the other hand, time may not allow for a primer/sealer; you can find high solids paints with lower mixed viscosities. The lower viscosity typically allows penetration to seal small pores, while still allowing film builds around 15 mils DFT. It is best to talk with your supplier representative to get an idea of the products that best serve your purposes; it is also a good idea to follow data sheets on these systems to avoid further complications on the jobsite.
From
Dave Helmholdt of Repcolite Paints on
November 23, 2015:
You should use a sealer, such as a 100% solids epo ...read more
You should use a sealer, such as a 100% solids epoxy pre-primer, to avoid pinholes and bubbles. This is a thin-mil product designed to go on about 1 mil thick. Than use your high solids top coat to gain aesthetic or performance characteristics.
