
Shrinking or Wrinkling
When uncured paint forms a skin and gives a wrinkled appearance, it is termed as Wrinkling.
Possible Causes |
Solutions |
Quick Drying of Surface but the underlying paint remains Wet |
• Avoid excessive heavy coats. • Avoid force drying as this may cause Wrinkling. • Do not sand polyester primers soon, if the surface is not dry. • Allow overnight curing of polyester primers, before sanding. |
Softening of Primer occurs when solvent in topcoat reacts | Follow recommendations as suggested by the manufacturer. |
Incompatible Coating Systems | Ensure use of compatible systems. |