ACRYLIC PAINT TECHNOLOGY |
THE CONVENIENCE FEATURES OF ACRYLIC GLOSS PAINTS |
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ACRYLIC PAINT TECHNOLOGY |
THE CONVENIENCE FEATURES OF ACRYLIC GLOSS PAINTS |
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Acrylic gloss paints are based on high quality acrylic emulsions, and consequently have all the desirable convenience advantages of conventional water based paints. These are listed and illustrated as follows: |
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| The ability of acrylic gloss paints to dry rapidly means that there is less risk of contamination or marking of freshly applied paint. It also permits less delay in applying subsequent coats, thus saving time and money, particularly if scaffolding is involved. Where the painting of commercial or industrial buildings is concerned, the use of acrylic gloss paints will minimize disruption to normal working schedules. | |
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| Acrylic gloss paints have a typical mild emulsion paint odour which disappears as the paint dries. The odour level is therefore lower and less persistent than that of solvent based enamel gloss paints, both during and after painting. This minimizes inconvenience, particularly in areas where normal working is expected to continue during painting. |
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The non-flammable nature of acrylic gloss paints in the liquid form means that there are no special restrictions required for storage, transportation or use. The paint may be used in areas where there is a source of ignition present, as there is no risk of fire or explosion. |
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The water-based nature of acrylic gloss paints permits clean-up of brushes, equipment and any spillages or spots with water. This of course is quicker, cheaper and safer than using solvents like white spirit or mineral turpentine. |
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Because they are water based, acrylic gloss paints may be applied to surfaces with some residual moisture, although extreme conditions should be avoided. Examples of such conditions to avoid would be exterior timber damp from recent rainfall, metal surfaces with condensation problems, or swimming pool surrounds. |
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As acrylic gloss paints are water-based, there is rarely any need for concern over extra ventilation precautions, and compliance with the Threshold Limit Values required by Health and Safety regulations is far easier than with solvent-based paints. Acrylic gloss paints do not need to contain lead, but check labelling to be certain. |
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The water-based nature of acrylic gloss paints provides for a number of benefits relating to convenience-in-use, cost saving and health and safety. The consumer preference for using water-based products is illustrated by the growth in use of acrylic based low sheen and semi-gloss paints over the past decade. Concerns about environmental issues will continue to be a major factor, one which we believe will increase the choice of this type of paint, which provides performance without the drawbacks of the solvent-based alternatives. |
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"Connorville Station" - North Tasmania. Two coats of acrylic paint have protected and beautified this unique collection of farm buildings constructed between 1824 and 1922. All have responded to the brightness of modern acrylic paint. |
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Adelaide "Citi Centre". The extensions to this important Adelaide landmark were painted with versatile, colourful acrylic paint to give a modern fashionable look.
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Port Douglas "Mirage Resort" -Queensland. The interior walls and ceilings of the 50 shops in this ultra modern shopping arcade were painted with colour fast acrylic paint. |
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For further details about the contents of this bulletin, and other bulletins in this series,
please contact the Paint Quality Institute, care of Rohm and Haas Company in Australia or New Zealand. Paint Quality Institute, PO Box 115, Camberwell, Vic. 3124. Australia. Phone 1800 338 015. Paint Quality Institute, PO Box 22-220, Otahuhu, Auckland 6, New Zealand. Phone (09)276 4866. By email at Ask PQI |