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Types of paints
Types of paints
During repainting, four type of paint may be applied: Synthetic Enamel, Polyurethane (PU) Enamel and Polyester Based.
Synthetic Enamel
Paint based on resin with glossy finish.
t  Traditional technology
t  Slow drying
t  Low resistance to weather
t  Smooth (solid) colors
Polyurethane (PU) Enamel
Polyurethane based paint, also known as PU paint. It needs a catalyst for application and drying.
t  High technology
t  Slow drying
t  Bicomponent paint (paint + catalyst)
t  High brightness
t  High resistance to chemicals and weather
t  Smooth (solid) colors, metalized or pearlescent
Polyester Base + PU Varnish
Polyester Base: Product based on polyester resin, used as base prior to application of varnish. It needs the application of varnish over the paint in order to gain brightness and resistance, and will then have characteristics similar to those of PU paint.
t  High technology
t  Quick drying
t  No resistance to chemicals or weather (without the application of varnish)
t  Mat (without the application of varnish)
t  Smooth (solid) colors, metalized or pearlescent
Polyurethane (PU) Varnish
Its application is necessary after the painting with polyester base, since this paint does not feature sufficient brightness or resistance to weather. It needs a catalyst for application and drying.
  Note
Varnish must be catalyzed according to manufacturer's recommendation.
   

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