The ability of a coating to resist degradation due to mechanical wear.

The material used in abrasive blasting to remove surface contaminants. Examples of abrasive media are sand, iron shot, crushed iron slag, glass beads or ground nut shells.

A substance used in small proportions to increase the speed of a chemical reaction. Accelerators are often used in the coating industry to hasten the curing of a coating system.

An aqueous dispersion of acrylic resins.

A clear resin attained by polymerizing various acrylic monomers either alone or in combination.

The curing agent of a two-component coating system.

This term is used to describe the strength or concentration of the detergent before it is diluted with water. The higher the percentage of actives, the more working agents the detergent contains.

The degree of attachment between a coating film and the underlying material to which it is in contact.

Process of attraction or attachment to a surface. The retention of foreign molecules on the surface of a substance.

The stone matrix in concrete.

Perforated housing for directing the atomizing air at the head of an air spray gun.

The most common form of curing a coating in which drying takes place by oxidation or solvent evaporation by simple exposure to air without heat or catalyst.

The inclusion of air bubbles in the liquid or coating film.

A spraying system in which coating is atomized using high hydraulic pressure rather than compressed air.

A group of solvents of relatively high evaporation rate but with fairly low solvent strength. Methanol, ethanol and isopropyl alcohol are common alcohols.

Products that are ultraviolet resistant. They will not discolor in sunlight.

A class of organic solvents which are composed of open chains of carbon atoms. Aliphatics are relatively weak solvents. Mineral spirits and VM & P Naphtha are aliphatic solvents.

An aqueous liquid which has a pH value of between 7 and 14. A base or caustic material.

A balance of cleaning properties needed for cleaning efficiency without being hazardous. Higher alkalinity means that the detergent can perform well in acidic or hard water (see pH later in this section).

Resins prepared by reacting alcohols and fatty acids. Widely used in general-purpose coatings.

Surface imperfections of a coating film having the wrinkled appearance of alligator skin.

Room temperature or the existing temperature of the surroundings.

Materials often used as curing agents for epoxy coatings.

A gas made up of Nitrogen and Hydrogen. Often dissolved in water to make an effective grease and soil cutting solution. Sometimes found in floor finish strippers.

The surface profile generated by abrasive blasting. The distance between peaks and valleys of the blast profile.

The positive terminal of an electrical source. In a corrosion cell, the anode is the electrode that has the greater tendency to go into solution or the point at which corrosion occurs.

Replaceable floor finishes, which are usually applied with a mop or applicator. (See Finish.)

A class of relatively strong organic solvents which contain an unsaturated ring of carbon atoms. Examples are benzene, toluene and xylene.

An artificial "grass" carpet usually made from polypropylene.

A non-flammable mineral fiber that was once used extensively as a fireproof insulation in buildings. Its use is now very limited because asbestos has been shown to be a carcinogen.

Black resinous material of petroleum origin.

A floor tile that is made with inert fillers, coloring, and synthetic fibers. Asphalt is used to bind all of the components together.

A powered floor machine that dispenses cleaning solution, scrubs it into the floor, and then vacuums it up all in one pass. Also known as automatics, or walk-behinds. May be battery powered to operate with an electrical.

A coating used to isolate a coating system either from the surface to which is applied or a previous coating for the purpose of increasing adhesion or insuring compatibility.

The nonvolatile portion of the vehicle of a coating which holds together the pigment particles.

A detergent is biodegradable when bacteria can readily break down the detergent molecules (make them inactive) and neutralize them for environmentally safe disposal.

Small circles that appear in a floor finish after it has dried. Can be caused by too much agitation during application or by applying a coat of finish too heavy.

A coal tar or asphalt-based coating material usually used in thick films.

The cleaning and roughing of a surface by the use of sand, artificial grit or fine metal shot which is projected at a surface by compressed air or mechanical means

Same as anchor pattern. A cross-sectional view of an abrasive blasted surface.

The fading of a color toward white generally caused by exposure to chemicals or ultraviolet radiation.

The diffusion of color matter through a coating from underlying surfaces causing a color change.

The formation of blisters in coating by the local loss of adhesion and lifting of the film from the underlying substrate.

A haziness which develops on coating surfaces caused by the exudation of a component of the coating.

A film defect which manifests itself as a milky appearance which is generally caused by rapid solvent evaporation or the presence of excessive moisture during the curing process.

The attachment between a coating film and the underlying material to which it is applied.

The rebound of atomized coating, especially when applied by conventional air spray methods.

Mixing of coatings by pouring from one container to another.

The formation of a coating film over a depression.

The lack of resistance to cracking or breaking of a coating which bent or flexed.

The finishing step on concrete that is broomed to give a rough texture.

A temporary or permanent film defect in which bubbles of air or solvent vapor are present in the applied film.

A floor finish that responds well to being buffed with a floor machine.

Polishing a surface, usually a floor, with a pad or brush. Often some form or powered machine is used.

The wet or dry thickness of a coating film.

Layer upon layer of floor wax, dirt, and grime.

A chemical added to a cleaner to increase its efficiency.

To use a high speed machine, greater than 1500 RPM, to even out imperfections, used with a replaceable floor finish to achieve very high gloss.

Common name for the trade marked Butyl Cellusolve. A highly effective grease solvent.

The cap is a term used to describe the very top surface of concrete. It is very dense, hard, and normally 1/16 to 1/8 inch thick.

A wax that comes from the Carnauba palm tree of Brazil. It was used extensively as a floor wax until recent times. Today most "waxes" in a floor finish are synthetic.

An accelerator, activator or curing agent which chemically increases the rate of reaction in a coating.

The negative terminal of an electrolytic cell which, in the corrosion process, is protected and not attacked.

The reduction or prevention of corrosion of a metal surface caused by making it cathodic. This is accomplished by using a sacrificial anode (such as in zinc-rich coatings or galvanizing) or by using impressed current.

A strong base or alkaline material.

A common name for sodium hydroxide, a strong base or alkali.

Proprietary name for ethylene glycol monoethyl ether. A slow-evaporating, water miscible, relatively strong solvent often used in detergents.

Cement is limestone (Calcium) mixed with clay or shale and other minerals then heated to extremely high temperature. The finished product is a powder that changes chemistry when mixed with water.

A coating containing Portland cement as one of its components held on the surface by a binder.

One hundredth of a poise which is a unit of measurement for viscosity. Water at room temperature has a viscosity of 1.0 centipoise. Most thin film coatings range from 50-100 centipoise.

A clay tile that has a hard, glossy surface that has been fired. Used for both flooring material and as a wall covering.

The formation of a friable powdery coating on the surface of a paint film, generally caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation resulting in a loss of gloss.

Cracks in the surface of a paint film.

A material that has the ability to hold metal salts in solution. A chelating agent is added to a cleaner to aid in removal of soap scum, also to make the cleaner work better in hard water.

A coating's resistance to solvents, acids and tested by contact for a given period of time.

A class of strong, fast-evaporating, nonflammable solvents such as carbon tetrochloride, methylene chloride or trichloroethylene.

A coating resin formed by the reaction of rubber with chlorine gas. Often used for chemical- or water-resistant properties.

A detergent, alkali, acid or similar contamination-removing material, which is usually water borne.

A dark brown to black bituminous material produced by the destructive distillation of coal.

A coating in which the binder or vehicle is a combination of coal tar and epoxy resins.

The formation of resinous or polymeric material when water evaporates from an emulsion or a latex system, permitting contact and fusion of adjacent particles.

The coating applied to a surface in a single application to form a film when dry.

A number of coats separately applied, in a predetermined order, at suitable intervals to allow for drying and curing, resulting in a completed job.

Permanent coatings, such as urethane or epoxy, which typically cannot be removed without sanding or special processes.

Premature drying of a coating during spraying causing a spider web effect.

The forces which bind the particles of a paint film together into a continuous film.

Low carbon, cold-reduced, sheet steel. Differs from hot rolled steel by the absence of mill scale.

Nonfading.

The ability to retain its original color during weathering or chemical exposure.

Any liquid having a flash point at or above 100°F (37.8°C).

The ability to mix with or adhere properly to other coatings without detriment.

An instrument used to evaluate a coating's resistance to cracking when bent over a specified radius.

Large molecules obtained by simultaneous polymerization of different monomers, as in vinyl copolymers.

The decay, oxidation or deterioration of a substance due to interaction with the environment.

A detergent is considered to be a corrosive substance when:

It burns or destructively attacks organic tissues, most notably the skin, lungs, and stomach.

It degrades metals or alloys due to a reaction with the detergent's components.

Splitting of a coating film usually as a result of aging.

The formation of small bowl shape depressions in coating films.

Spraying the first pass in one direction and the second at a right angle to the first, providing more even film distribution.

The setting up of chemical links between molecular chains to form a three-dimensional network of connected molecules.

Curing is a process that limits the rate of water or moisture evaporation from concrete. It takes time for water to completely react with cement to produce high strength concrete. Curing may be done with liquid membranes, plastics.

A hardener or activator added to a synthetic resin to develop the proper film-forming properties.

Long horizontal runs in a coating film that occur on vertical surfaces when a coating is applied too heavily.

The use of a tightly wrung out mop that has been dampened with plain water or a mild cleaning or disinfectant solution in order to remove light soil from a floor.

A chemical solution or compound designed to remove grease, oils and similar contaminants.

Water which has been purified to remove mineral salts.

The separation between layers of coats due to very poor adhesion.

Mass per unit volume, usually expressed as grams per milliliter or pounds per gallon.

The removal of mill scale or rust from steel by mechanical means, sometimes assisted by flame cleaning.

The temperature of a surface, at a given ambient temperature and relative humidity, at which condensation of moisture will occur.

Dry film thickness.

A portion of the volatile components of a coating which is not a true solvent and has minimal affect on the viscosity.

The suspension of tiny particles, usually pigments, in a liquid, usually resin.

Soilages should be disposed of according to local, state, and federal regulations. Check with local municipal waste treatment agencies for guidelines.

Water which has been purified by vaporizing the liquid and collecting the vapor which is then condensed back to a liquid having, in the process, removed all salts, metals, etc.

A chemical which promotes oxidation and subsequent drying of a coating film. Primarily used in oil-base coatings.

A self polishing floor finish that does not require buffing to obtain a level of gloss.

A coating which is designed to dry rapidly so that the overspray can be easily removed from the surfaces below.

Overspray or bounce back producing a sandy finish due to the sprayed particles having partially dried before reaching the surface.

Time allotted for an applied coating film to reach a set stage of cure or hardness.

The time required for a cured film to dry prior to the application of a second coat.

A stage at which a coating film will form a skin to which dust will not adhere.

The state of dry at which a coating film will not transfer onto an item touched lightly against it.

An oil having the property of hardening by oxidation to a tough film when exposed to air in the form a thin film.

A loss of gloss or sheen.

Dusting is a fine powder material that comes off the surface of hardened, uncoated concrete. It is caused by wearing away the weak materials from the concrete surface.

An effect in the film caused by rapid solvent release. This "boiling" of solvent causes a pinholed or cratered appearance reducing gloss.

Water-soluble salts, deposited as moisture evaporates, on the exterior of brick or concrete.

The ability of a substance to return to its original shape or volume after a distorting force on the substance has been removed.

The process of breaking down oils and fats into small particles and suspending them evenly in the water to allow for easy pickup.

A two-phase liquid system in which small droplets of one liquid are immiscible in and are dispersed uniformly throughout a second continuous liquid phase.

A term used to characterize a coating which has a glossy smooth finish. A common term for alkyd coatings.

A synthetic resin, derived from petroleum products, that can be cured by a catalyst or used to upgrade other synthetic resins to form a harder, more chemical-resistant film.

Eroded floors are those that have been worn through the concrete cap so that larger aggregate stones are showing. Erosion may also be caused by chemical damage, constant running water, and industrial processes.

Compounds formed by the reaction of alcohols and organic acids.

The treatment of a surface with an acid in order to dissolve loose particles or provide a profile.

Using air to break up a coating material after it has exited the spray gun nozzle.

A temporary finish applied to a floor covering by the manufacturer. This finish offers protection during manufacturing, shipment, and installation. The factory finish needs to be removed before a floor coating is applied.

Loss of color brilliance on intensity.

The geometry of a spray pattern.

Reduced film thickness at the edge of a dry coating film in order to produce a smooth, continuous appearance.

A compound used to extend or bulk a coating to provide extra body or hiding power.

A layer of coating.

The dry film thickness characteristics of a coat.

The continuity of a coating free of defects.

A device for measuring either wet or dry film thickness.

The degree of dispersion of particles within a liquid.

A broken spray pattern delivering a heavier coating to one area than another.

A product that covers a floor or other surface for the protection and/or beautification.

Circular voids or separations in the coating usually caused by silicone or oily spots.

Any substance easily ignited in the presence of a flame; any liquid having a flash point below 100°F (37.8°C).

The lowest temperature of a liquid at which sufficient vapor is provided to form an ignitable mixture when mixed with air.

Time which must be allowed after the application of a coating before baking in order that the initial solvents are released, which prevents bubbling.

The degree to which a coating is able to conform to movement or deformation of its supporting surface without cracking or flaking.

A concentration of one of the ingredients of the pigmented portion of a coating at its surface giving rise to a color change.

The degree to which a set coating film can level out after application so as to eliminate roller marks and produce a smooth uniform finish.

The orifice in a spray gun to which the needle is seated.

A class of pigments which, when exposed to visible light, emit light of a different wave length producing a bright appearance.

The acceleration of drying by increasing the ambient temperature.

Any thinner not recommended on the label or in published literature of the manufacturer, which can affect the coating's performance.

A coating which has thickened to a jelly-like consistency making it unusable.

Belonging to a particular family.

A product that does a good job of cleaning as well as killing germs. Most straight germicides are not good cleaners.

The sheen or ability to reflect light.

The ability to retain the original sheen during weathering.

A group of relatively slow-evaporating, strong solvents.

An abrasive blasting media obtained from slag and various other materials.

Abrasive blasting using grit as the blasting media.

The filler used between ceramic tiles on walls and floors. The grout must be sealed before the surface is put into use.

Full cure of a coating usually 72 hours to 1 week.

An activator curing agent, catalyst or cross-linking agent.

A floor made from any of the hardwoods, such as maple, oak, beech, or pecan. Hardwood floors require special cleaners and finishes.

A waste is considered hazardous when it does not adhere to the requirements for non-hazardous wastes. These are Federal standards. State laws may be more strict than Federal laws. Detergent soilages are considered non-hazardous wastes when.

The flash point is above 140 degrees farenheit.

The pH is between 3 and 12, (Canada is between 4 and 10).

It is non-toxic and non-corrosive.

The ability of a coating to obscure the surface to which it is applied.

A term referring to a coating which can produce a think film in a single coat.

Any discontinuity, bare or thin spot in a painted area.

Extracts from petroleum such as gasoline, lubricating oils, solvents, etc.

A very strong acid used in many bowl cleaners. Also known as Muriatic Acid and Hydrogen Chloride. Sometimes used in concrete etching and cleaning.

A substance which absorbs an has an affinity for water, water loving.

A substance which does not absorb or exhibit an affinity for water.

A citrus-based acid typically used in a mild pH (2.5-4.5) solution for the removal of alkaline buildup in machines or on floors and carpets.

Referring to an environment which is continuously submerged in a liquid, often water.

The ability to resist deformation or cracking due to a forceful blow.

Unsuitable for use together because of undesirable chemical or physical effects.

The period of time between mixing of two-component products and the moment they can be used.

A nonreactive pigment, filler or extender.

A pigment which assists in the prevention of the corrosion process.

The designation of compounds that do not contain carbon.

A coating based on a silicate resin and pigmented with metallic zinc which has excellent resistance to organic solvents and general weathering.

The adhesion between successive coats of paint.

The presence of foreign matter such as dust or dirt between successive coats of paint.

A spray gun in which the fluid and air are combined before leaving gun.

A fire-retardant coating which, when heated, produces nonflammable gasses which are trapped by the film, converting it to a foam, thereby insulating the substrate.

An atom or group of atoms possessing a positive or negative electric charge as a result of having lost or gained an electron.

An oxide of iron. The natural occurring state of steel.

A volatile, flammable liquid used as a solvent commonly known as rubbing alcohol.

Special cylindrical mixing tool required for mixing coatings which limits air entrainment.

An organic compound with a carbonyl group attached to two carbon atoms. Usually indicates a strong, fast evaporating solvent.

An arbitrary unit of viscosity for a Stormer viscosity instrument.

A coating comprised of a synthetic film forming material which is dissolved in organic solvents and dries by solvent evaporation.

Commonly used term used to describe a solvent blend of ethyl alcohol, ethyl acetate and toluene.

An accumulation of fine particles, loosely bonded, on the surface of fresh concrete, caused by the upward movement of water.

Pure sheep skin pads. Synthetic pads deteriorate with solvent-based products.

A stable dispersion of a polymer substance in an aqueous medium; a common term for water reducible coatings.

Contains, by weight, less than 0.5% lead for industrial products and less than 0.6% lead in consumer products.

Softening and raising or wrinkling of a previous coat by the application of an additional coat; often caused by coatings containing strong solvents.

A red rubber compound used in squeegee blades.

A generic name for flooring material that is installed in sheets. However, most sheet goods are not linoleum. Linoleum is a mixture of linseed oil, resin, and assorted fillers that is heated and pressed into a burlap backing and allowed to cure. Linoleum is no longer manufactured.

A form of limestone that is hard enough to be polished. Used as a flooring material. Marble is easily damaged by harsh chemicals such as alkalis and acids.

A term used to describe a heavy-bodied adhesive commonly used to stick down vinyl tile an carpet.

A type of floor finish that is water and detergent resistant. Metal salts in the finish to help to bind the product together. Metal Interlock Finishes require special strippers to remove them effectively. A term for zinc ions used to bond acrylic polymers together in a dry, bright floor finish.

A method of applying atomized, molten metal such as zinc and aluminum to a surface.

A low-boiling, highly volatile flammable solvent with extremely good solubility for most vinyls, urethanes and other coatings.

A medium-boiling solvent commonly used in vinyls.

A micrometer or one millionth of a meter.

One one-thousandth of an inch; 0.001 inches. Commonly used to denote coating thickness.

A layer of iron oxide formed on the surface of steel plates during hot rolling; bluish in appearance.

A refined petroleum distillate having a low aromatic hydrocarbon content and low solubility; suitable for thinning of alkyd coatings.

Capable of mixing or blending uniformly.

A thin tack coat usually applied to fill porous surfaces such as zinc-rich primers.

Oil-free urethane that dries through the reaction an isocyanate with moisture in the air.

A substance of low molecular weight molecules capable of reacting to form longer molecules called polymers.

Spots of different tones and colors next to each other resulting in a blotchy effect on the coating film.

Concentrated hydrochloric acid often diluted and used for etching concrete.

National Association of Corrosion Engineers.

A liquid which is neither acid nor alkali such as water, pH7.

A cleaner that has the same pH as the finish to be cleaned. Since it has the same pH as the floor finish, it is "neutral" to that floor finish. The cleaner may or may not have a pH of 7.

A very hard finish that is not repairable by buffing.

An oil which undergoes little or no oxidation when exposed to air and therefore has no film-forming properties.

A term used to designate metals or alloys that do not contain iron; example: brass, aluminum, magnesium.

A compound which does not burn in the presence of a flame.

The portion of the coating left after the solvent evaporates; solids.

The ratio of oil to resin expressed as a percentage of oil by weight in the resin. Used to determine the physical properties of a resin.

The ability of a coating film to obliterate or hide the color of the surface to which it is applied.

The dimpled appearance of a dried coating film resembling the peel of an orange.

Designation of any chemical compound containing carbon.

A zinc-rich coating utilizing an organic resin such as an epoxy.

The diffusion of liquid through a paint film or other such membrane.

Sprayed coating that is dry when it hits the surface resulting in dusty, granular-adhering particles, reducing gloss and presenting a poor appearance.

The formation of an oxide; the curing mechanisms for alkyds.

The motion of a spray gun in one direction only.

To make a surface such as steel inert or unreactive, usually by chemical means.

The product of the dispersion process. It is usually very high viscosity and requires dilution prior to application; a concentrated pigment dispersion used for shading.

The shape or stream of material coming from a spray gun.

A "designer-type" Quarry Tile.

A paint or coating lifting from the surface due to poor adhesion.

The degree to which a membrane or coating film will allow the passage or penetration of a liquid or gas.

Literally, the "power of Hydrogen", a scale used to measure the relative strength of an acid or alkali. The scale runs from 0 to 14. A pH of 1 is highly acidic, while a pH of 14 is highly alkaline, 7 is neutral. The higher the pH above 7, the more aggressive (active) the cleaner is on the floor.

A synthetic resin used for heat or water resistance.

Phosphates are ingredients that help the cleaning ability of the detergent.

A pretreatment of steel by a chemical solution containing metal phosphates and phosphoric acid to temporarily inhibit corrosion.

A finely ground natural or synthetic, insoluble particle adding color and opacity or corrosion inhibition to a coating film.

The action of dispersing a pigment in a liquid vehicle.

The percent by volume occupied by pigment in the dried film of paint generally expressed as a precentage.

A film defect characterized by small, pore-like flaws in a coating which extend entirely through the film.

An ingredient added to a floor finish to make it more flexible and less brittle.

A group of synthetic resins which contain repeating ester groups. A special type of modified alkyd resin.

A chemical compound that consists of many small parts that are linked together to form chains. Polymer chemistry is the basis for modern floor finish technology.

A chemical reaction in which two or more small molecules combine to form large molecules containing repeated structural units.

An exceptionally hard, wear-resistant coating made by the reaction of polyols with a multi-functional isocyanate.

A hard, tough plastic solid used for plastics and coatings, commonly known as vinyl.

Spine quill appearing roller that releases bubbles trapped in the more viscous coatings.

The presence of numerous minute voids in a cured material.

Mixture of clay, limestone, shale and gypsum when combined with water and aggregate the result is concrete.

The length of time a coating material is useful after its original package is opened or a catalyst or other curing agent is added.

Water fit for human consumption; as in drinking water.

The spreading rate of a paint calculated at the recommended dry film thickness and assuming 15% material loss.

The first coat applied to a surface, formulated to have good bonding, wetting and inhibiting properties.

The term used to describe the anchor pattern of a surface produced by sandblasting, acid etching or similar method.

An instrument used to measure the temperature of a surface.

Similar to clay tile. Used extensively as a flooring material in kitchens.

A class of chemicals that are excellent disinfectants.

An accelerated testing device designed to evaluate the fading properties of a coating by exposure to high-intensity, ultraviolet light.

The process of applying successive coats of finish without removing the previous coat. The purpose is to bring back the shine and provide additional protection. Not all finishes look satisfactory after recoating.

A restoration process used on ground stone floors, combining acid cleaners and abrasives.

Commonly known as thinner.

The ratio of the intensity of reflected light to that of incidental light.

The ratio, expressed as a percent, of the quantity of water vapor actually present in the air to the greatest amount possible at a given temperature.

A floor material that is capable of withstanding shock without permanent damage. The material will give under the load then return to its original form when the load is removed.

A group of organic materials either natural or synthetic, which can be molded or dissolved.

The science characterizing fluid deformation or flow.

A cylinder covered with lamb's wool, felt, foamed plastics, or other materials used for applying coatings.

A cushioned, slip-resistant floor tile.

Sagging and curtaining of a coating or paint film, usually caused by improper thinning, excessive film build or poor application techniques.

The reaction product of steel, oxygen and water.

A moist, heavily-ladened air with a high chloride concentration; used as a test for accelerated corrosion evaluations and also present near sea coast areas.

The alkaline hydrolysis of fats whereby a soap is formed; typical reaction between alkyds and galvanized metals resulting in peeling.

The process of breaking down animal fats and vegetable oils into small particles. These particles then mix with the alkaline detergent and make soap. The soap mixes with water and becomes easy to remove from the surface.

A descriptive term generally referenced to paints with a 60° gloss reading between 10 and 40.

A floor seal is designed to penetrate a floor surface and fill the pores prior to the application of a finish.

A coating used on absorbent surfaces prior to a finish coat.

Notched squeegee for applying viscous coatings.

The sinking of pigments, extenders or other solid matter in a paint, on standing in a container, with a consequent accumulation on the bottom of the can.

A term employed to describe a particular hue or tone.

The maximum time interval in which a material may be kept in a useable condition during storage.

Abrasive blasting with round iron shot, or any material which retains its spherical shape, for peering purposes.

Clean sand made up of sharp silica particles, not containing dirt or clay, used for abrasive blast cleaning.

Resins based on silicone instead of carbon, generally used for their outstanding heat resistance and water repellancy.

The formation of a solid membrane on the top of a liquid, caused by partial curing or drying of the repellancy

A cushioned vinyl surface used for running tracks and other sports surfaces.

The percentage of the total volume occupied by nonvolatile compounds.

The percentage of the total weight occupied by nonvolatile compounds.

A liquid in which another substance may be dissolved.

A product that dissolves a material completely. Used in cleaning to dissolve grease, oil, and other soils.

The encapsulation of solvent within a cured coating due to improper drying conditions; results in a noncontinuous film.

A rusted substrate cleaned of all loose rust and other loose materials, but not cleaned to bare metal.

It is the erosion of the concrete surface, exposing coarse aggregate, from the concrete slab. This normally happens at concrete joints. It is often the result of poor troweling or vehicle wheels continually striking the edge of the concrete joint.

A set of instructions detailing the plan for coating of a project; a list of criteria for a coating.

The combination of needle, tip and air cap.

The configuration of coating sprayed on the surface.

Coverage, usually at the specified dry film thickness.

Spontaneous cracking produced by the combined action of corrosion and static stress.

A product used to remove a finish from a surface.

Any solvent capable of dissolving large quantities of a specified subject.

The surface to be coated.

Pigmented composition for filling depressions in order to obtain a smooth, uniform surface before applying the finish coat.

A surface active agent which reduces surface tension thereby improving wetting or helping to disperse pigments or inhibit foam.

A relatively coarse, noncolloidal dispersion of solid particles in a liquid.

Manufactured, as opposed to naturally occurring.

An instrument used to measure abrasion resistance.

Completion of the initial cure process of a coating. Airborne dust and soil no longer will be trapped in the coating.

Finger-like spray pattern produced by improper gun or coating material adjustment.

The drying time of a coating required prior to masking sections for lettering or stripping after which tape will not distort the finish.

A floor surface that is made by mixing chips of marble or granite with Portland cement. Once the floor has been set, it is ground smooth and polished.

A temperature measuring device.

Cured resins that become soft when heated.

Resins having the property of becoming insoluble or hard upon the application of heat.

A liquid (solvent) added to a coating to adjust viscosity.

An adjective which describes full-bodied material which undergoes a reduction in viscosity when shaken, stirred or otherwise mechanically disturbed but which readily recovers its original full-bodied condition upon standing.

An aromatic solvent with a high boiling range and low flash point classified as a strong solvent.

The profile, mechanical anchor pattern or surface roughness.

A heavy scrub to remove soil embedded in the top layers of a floor finish.

A coating which is supplied in two parts and must be mixed in the correct portions before use in order to cure.

The coat applied to the surface after preparation and before the application of a finish coat.

Corrosion that occurs under films in the form of randomly distributed hair lines.

A compound of urethane and rubber used in squeegee blades.

A synthetic resin that is used in wood and concrete floor coatings, and as an additive in acrylic floor finishes.

A moisture-impervious layer which prevents the passage of water into a material or structure (not visqueen).

The rate at which moisture passes through a material or coating.

The liquid portion of a paint in which the pigment is dispersed. Comprised of binder and thinner.

A floor tile that is made of vinyl resin, plasticizers, asbestos fibers, mineral fillers, and coloring. Once was widely used in the flooring industry but is not used today because of the asbestos content.

Essentially the same as vinyl-asbestos tile but the asbestos is not present.

A resin produced by copolymerizing vinyl acetate and vinyl chloride.

One of several types of instruments for measuring a liquid's viscosity.

A measure of fluidity of a liquid.

An efflux viscometer utilizing a measured volume of liquid flowing through a precise orifice.

See Recrystallization.

Holidays or holes in a coating.

A measure of the total amount of organic compounds evaporating from a coating film, excluding water.

The volume of the nonvolatile portion of a composition divided by the total volume expressed as a percent used to calculate coverage rate.

A thin paint, usually a chromate, designed to promote adhesion or to be used as a barrier coat.

Blast cleaning using high-velocity water.

A surface defect caused by water droplets depositing a circular ring of contaminants.

A generic term often used for floor finishes. Comes from the time when finishes contained a large amount of true wax such as Carnauba.

A machine designed for the accelerated testing of coatings.

The technique of painting whereby the second coat is applied before the first coat has dried, and the composite film dries as a whole.

The incorporation of water into the sandblasting operation in order to minimize dust.

The ability of a vehicle to flow onto the surface in order to achieve a good bond.

Most surfactants are wetting agents. For detergents, they lower the surface tension of the water, and this improves the water's ability to penetrate and loosen soil. The faster the detergent can do this, the better the wetting speed which allows the customer to clean their floors in one pass.

A capillary drawing action bringing oil to the surface.

A flammable aromatic hydrocarbon solvent used in many coating types.