armorthane – Page 14 – Coatingpedia

Writing Coating Specifications

How to write a clear, enforceable coating specification: structure, surface prep, coating system, application limits, inspection and common pitfalls.

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Chemistries

Nanocoatings

What nanocoatings are, the main types from nanoparticle additives to sol-gel films and superhydrophobic surfaces, real uses, limits and safety.

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Substrates

Coating Weathering Steel

When weathering steel needs coating, how to blast off the patina and salts, and which systems suit girder ends and…

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Substrates

Coating Copper & Brass

How to prepare and coat copper, brass and bronze — tarnish and patina, clear lacquers, waxes, primers and common problems.

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Science

VOCs & Coating Regulations

What VOCs are, how coating VOC content is calculated in g/L and lb/gal, and how EPA, air district and EU…

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Applications

Spray Polyurethane Foam Roofing

SPF roofing explained: closed-cell foam and protective coatings, substrate prep, weather limits, foam surface texture grades, inspection and maintenance.

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Surface Prep

Preparing Galvanized Steel for Coating

How to prepare hot-dip galvanized steel for paint or powder: surface conditions, ASTM D6386 and SSPC-SP 16 methods, wet storage…

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Science

Cathodic Protection

How cathodic protection works, galvanic anode vs impressed current systems, protection criteria, coating compatibility and how CP systems are monitored.

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