FISH EYES
Imperfections in the coating that form circular
areas that resemble fish eyes or similar looking
flaws in the coating.
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| PROBLEM |
SOLUTION TO PROBLEM |
AVOIDING PROBLEM |
| SILICONE CONTAMINANTS - Some manufacturing processes such as welding or spraying can deposit silicones on the floor causing fish eyes. |
When minor fish eyes occur, use 60 grit screen; otherwise, completely remove coating. Solvent rinse and recoat the area. |
Become familiar with certain types of operations and test areas prior to application. Properly prepare the substrate before coating. |
| OIL / GREASE CONTAMINANTS - Oil or grease contaminants can cause the coating to function improperly and appear to have fish eyes. |
Remove the coating by grinding, stripping or other suitable methods and clean the substrate prior to recoating the area. |
De-grease surface properly and in areas where all contaminants cannot be removed, use a suitable oil locking-in primer. |
