EPOXY

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ENAMEL PAIN

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P R E P A R E D B Y: S E E M L E N G , V I V I A N T A N , S T E P H A N I E Y E O H , H A Z I Q Z A R I F U L

INTRODUCTION

Enamel Paint High gloss, hard-drying film covering that varies in

composition depending on the intended use of the product.

Functional, multipurpose and dry to shiny finishes. Hard-wearing paint surface product

Epoxy Paint paint with resin added that enables it to bond better

to surfaces. has a glossy sheen and is very hard when dried

COMPOSITION

Enamel Paint addition of varnish in ordinary oil-based paint

90% solvent & binders, 10% pigments & additives

solvents hydrocarbons toluene, methyl ethyl ketone

binders vegetable oils, alkyds and acrylics, vinyl acrylics

pigments clay, calcium carbonate, mica, silica's and talc's

additives diatomaceous earth, talc, lime and barite

Epoxy paintTITANIUM DIOXIDE (<30%)

CARBON BLACK (<5%)

PHTHALO BLUE (<5%)

PHTHALO GREEN (<5%)

CHROMIUM OXIDE (<15%)

YELLOW IRON OXIDE (<10%),

AZO PERMANENT YELLOW (<10%)

PERMANENT YELLOW PIGMENT (<15%)

MONOAZO ORGANIC YELLOW (<10%)

IRON OXIDE (<10%)

MAGNESIUM SILICATE (<35%)

SILICA (AMORPHOUS) (<5%)XYLENE, HIGH FLASH NAPTHA, PROPYLENE GLYCOL T-BUTYL ETHER, RHEOLOGY ADDITIVE (<5%),DIISODECYL PHTHALATE (<10%)EPOXY RESIN (<65%)

COMPOSITION

Properties of

Enamel Paint

Withstand high

temperature

Waterproof Easy to clean

Dries quickly

PROPERTIES

PROPERTIES

Epoxy paint

Epoxies may lose their shine when exposed to

direct sunlight. This can be resolved by

addition of urethanes or latex.

Epoxy coatings have good chemical

resistance, low porosity, durability, and bond strength.

Epoxies are brittle and hard.

Additives are added that reduce

the brittleness.

Will harden within minutes

or hours but requires more time before

coating can be sanded

Wide range of colour

• Comes in a broad range of colour.

Extremely durable

• Once hardened ,it can last for many years.

Easy applicati

on

• Its ability to dry quickly when exposed to air.

Advantages of Enamel Paint

ADVANTAGES & DISADVANTAGES

Cost• More expensive compared to latex paint

Potentially toxic

• Have very strong odors that are harmful

• Not environment-friendly.

Insoluble in liquid

• Thinning and clean-up of brushes, hands, etc., must be done with a solvent such as mineral spirits or paint thinner.

Disadvantages ofEnamel Paint

ADVANTAGES & DISADVANTAGES

Sustainability

Suitability

Cost-Affective

Variety of Styles

Advantages of Epoxy Paint

• has chemical & heat resistance, durability, low porosity and strong bond strength.

• Can be used where ordinary paint will be ruined such as garage & factory floors.

• Cuts the cost of professional installers.

• Paint flakes & chips can be added to give a flecked look to the surface.

ADVANTAGES & DISADVANTAGES

Delamination

Slippery Surface

Time-consumin

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Tedious Prep Work

Disadvantages of

Epoxy Paint

• Surface must be cleaned before applying the material & a series of drying is needed.

• Preparing the surface is both labor intensive & important. If not properly prepared, many problems can occur.

• Without additives added, the surface where the paint is applied can be slippery.

• If applied in damp places, the epoxy coating can be divided into layers & lift off the floor

ADVANTAGES & DISADVANTAGES

APPLICATION OF EPOXY

1) Evaluating Surface

• Solid material & oil spots should be removed by cleaning/degreasing the floor, etching it with a mild acid, scrubbing, vacuuming and a lot of rinsing.

• Before applying the epoxy & after hosing down the surface, the floor mustn’t be damp; if so it can cause adherence problems.

2) Patc

h The Cracks

• When the floor is dried, small & large cracks, plus holes should be filled with crack filler. The floor must be leveled & smoothed by using a plastic putty knife.

3) Mixing The Epoxy

• The base & curing agent are to be mixed. The mixing should be slow & shouldn’t be left for a long time, as it will harden.

• Since the sides & corners of a container may not have the same amount, the mixture is transferred to another container before application.

APPLICATION OF EPOXY

4) Coatings

• To apply the epoxy paint, a brush or a roller should be used. The paint should be applied evenly through the surface.

• After waiting to dry overnight for a minimum 16 hours, a second coating is applied but unless a glossy floor is unintended, a non-skid floor coating additive is added into the epoxy, preventing it from being slippery when wet & then waited for another 16 hours.

5) Sealing

• Just like other paint, a sealer is needed to prevent substances into the coat & should be spread uniformly to the surface.

• It is then waited for 24 hours for light traffic & 72 hours for heavy traffic such as vehicles.

VIDEO LINKS FOR THE PAINTS

Making of enamel painthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ySHtw-SVhw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnCFx2IyYRA

How to apply epoxy paint http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yufN4jTS75k

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnyS4j8-WQ4

Removal of epoxy painthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oofDVA5cthc

Enamel paint Comparison Epoxy Paint

• Solvents• Binders• Pigment• additives

Composition • Chemical Substances mixed together

• Mostly with Epoxy Resin

• Waterproof• Dries quickly• Easy to clean• Withstand high

temperature

Properties • High Sustainability & Durability

• Lose shine in sunlight• Brittle & Hard• Long time to harden

• Durable• Colour Variation• Easy Application

Advantages • Suitable & Sustainable• Variety of Styles• Cost-Affective

• Insoluble in liquid• Potentially toxic

Disadvantages • Adherence Problems• Slippery Surface• Time-consuming work

Higher Cost Lower

COMPARISON TABLE

PRECAUTIONS

stay away until a newly painted room has fully dried.

Keep container closed, upright when not in used.

Store in cool , dry well- ventilated area. Avoid prolonged storage, temperature above

100 F. Material is hygroscopic. Keep containers tightly sealed