
Brittleness
When the coating tends to crack on applying strength, the defect is termed Brittleness.
Possible Causes |
Solutions |
Over Catalyzing the Paint |
• Check the measurement of catalyst used. • Shorter pot life is a good indicator. |
Baking of paint at higher temperature | Check the recommendations published by the manufacturer. |
Paint not formulated for wood |
• Check for paints exclusive for wooden surfaces. • Paints for metal surfaces are harder but they lack elasticity properties found in the wood paints. |