Which thinner should I use with Permalac? Permalac is a fast drying lacquer. This characteristic can cause condensation blush, webbing, or orange peel. In order to avoid those outcomes it is recommend that you thin Permalac when spraying, or when applying during hot weather. It's also recommended that you thin Permalac when applying over certain porous metal substrates to ensure penetration. Deciding which Peacock thinner to use with Permalac is largely dependent on ambient conditions and application methods. When thinned correctly, Permalac should set dry to the touch in 5 to 10 minutes. This gives the coating enough time to flow smooth, while still promoting a fast turnaround time. Recommendations for thinning Permalac No.281 Standard Cold/Hot Thinner Use when the ambient temperature is 50 deg to 65 deg F. Thin Permalac 20% when spraying. No thinner will be needed for brushing. No.69 Warm Weather Thinner Use when the ambient temperature is 66 deg to 85 deg F. Thin Permalac 20% when spraying. If the Permalac is drying too quickly, and you notice blush or any other adverse effects you can increase this to 30%. When brushing thin 10%. No.500 Retarding Thinner This will make the Permalac take around an hour to set up. Use between 5% and 10%. Additional shipping/handling charges may apply on hazardous material shipments. Properties Hazmat PRODUCT ADVISORY: KEEP FROM FREEZING. May require heated service subject to weather conditions. Additional shipping charges will apply. In such event customer will be notified. Documentation Technical Bulletin How To Use Permalac UV Resistance Testing Permalac Permalac Methods of Application Guide Deciding on a Permalac Thinner Salt Water Test Permalac Adhesion Wood Metal Test Permalac Permalac_Product Guide.pdf Permalac_Product Selection Flow Chart.pdf Permalac Clearcoat FAQ.pdf Permalac_Coverage Guide.pdf Surface Preparation_Permalac.pdf Special Order Items PRODUCT ADVISORY: The products listed below are currently SPECIAL ORDER items and require pre order. Lead times may vary - For more information please contact our staff.802178 - Permalac Lacquer Thinners - Five Gallon Related ProductsRELATED PRODUCTS:Permalac Lacquer
