Dissolution

Description

Metallic particles from the base coat surface in the clear coat. If severe, the effect can alter the tone and exagerate the metallic appearance.

Origin and Potential Causes:

· Tack cloth was not used before applying the clear coat.
· Base coat and clear coat are incompatible.
· Clear coat was applied with insufficient flash off of the base coat, or was applied too wet.
· Air pressure was too high.
· Wrong thinner.
· A coat of base coat was too dry when the next was applied.
Prevention Techniques:
· Use tack cloth, if possible.
· Use recommended products only, with recommended air pressure.
· Allow proper flash off time of the base coat before applying the clear.
· Use recommended thinner/reducer.
· Follow product recommendations in the Technical Data Sheets.
Remedy

Sanding and refinishing are necessary if the defect is severe.