WATERBOURN EXTERIOR
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Pigments:
Adds the color to paint.
Resins:
Creates a film on the surface of paints
Additives:
Thickening, drying, or an anti-foam agent for paints
Solvents:
Prevents liquefaction prior to application
Benefits:
Waterbourne type exterior and interior decorating paints are extremely durable, clean easily, and have less environmental hazardous.
and interior decorating paints.
Waterbourne exterior / interior decorating paints are a suspension of synthetic resins in water. The resins include acrylics, vinyl’s, and epoxies. It is more durable than latex and environmentally superior to alkyd (oil base). Waterbourne paint has high acrylic content and can be applied over glossy surfaces with little or no prior sanding. Waterbourne has good color retention. Also after using waterbournes as your interior jobs you can usually use the leftovers for your exterior projects.
Waterbourne type paints emit less solvents or volatile organic compounds than oil base. Smog can be made up of VOCs (as they are commonly called). Do to waterbased paints lower VOCs it's less of an environmental pollutant. Presently one billion gallons of coatings are sold in the United States alone. Fifty percent of products are used for new and existing structures. Do it yourselfers use 185 million gallons of paint In the U.S. 73% is water based. Using waterbourne decreases hazardous waste. Waterbourne products also handle wear and tear as well as oil based paints yet are not as flammable.
Why are volatile organic compounds bad:
VOCs have been known to cause eye lung and skin irritations. Along with headaches, nausea, respiratory difficulty muscle weakness, liver and kidney problems. Waterbourne paints significantly reduce the pollution that causes these Irritants.
Can I apply waterbourne over oil ( Alkyd ) paint.
Yes waterbourne can be painted over oil type exterior or interior decorating paints with little or no sanding. Always follow the instructions supplied by your paint dealer.
Are there percussions for waterborne paint.
Waterborne have a ph of 8.0-9.5 which makes it corrosive to some application equipment. Waterborne need clean dry warm environments to cure properly. Waterborne also can cause rust, is very conductive of electricity and has a minimum temperature application rate of 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Can I thin latex paint.
Thinning of paint can cause drips, sags and the probability of extra coats. However diluting waterborne by up to 10% is recommended for some paint spraying equipment.
How do I keep my paint from aging.
Paint can be kept for a minimum of two years. Be sure the lip of the paint can is clean and free of debris. Place a layer of plastic wrap over the can and then hammer down the lid. The paint should be stored upside down in a cool dry area and protected from freezing.
My paint froze what should I do.
Prolonged or repeated freezing can cause paint to separate. Even so paint can still be applied if it stirs freely when thawed.
Is waterborne good for a dirty greasy surfaces
Waterborne should not be used for areas that have been contaminated with dirt or grease. Such surfaces are better suited to alkyd products which are more forgiving of contaminates.
Is oil based more costly than waterborne.
Generally alkyd paint and waterborne products are very similar in price and both are more expensive than regular latex.
Can I spray waterborne.
If spraying you should always check with your paint supplier in regards to health and safety concerns. Otherwise waterborne is well suited for most spray equipment and projects.
Waterborne ease of use
Due to its quick set up time a waterborne paint requires some skill to use. Working fast with this product avoids lap and brush marks.
Is waterborne good in high humidity
Waterborne does not work well when applied during situations of high humidity.
In time alkyd paints will no longer be used. The majority of dollars spent by paint manufacturers for research has been earmarked for latex research. If at all possible it is always best to use a latex paint.
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