Aluminium Primer for Wood
A primer generally recommended for all types of wooh hardwood, based on a special leafing/flake aluminum pigment which prevents tannic acid bleeding. seals bitumen base coatings and surfaces.
Should not be confused with primers for aluminium.
Amine Bloom
Amine Bloom, is caused when using a two component epoxy coatings where the material is applied to damp surfaces or when high humidity is present.
Amines
Organic compounds used in accelerators, hardeners, activators for the curing of 2-pack coatings.
Anaglypta
An embossed, decorative wallpaper that can be self-finished or overcoated with emulsion paints.
A galvanised or plastic angle beads moulding for corners prior to plastering.Anodising:
The treatment of aluminium and other light alloys to provide a non-corrosive oxide surface.
Anti Fouling Paints/Coatings
Anti Fouling coatings are used on the hull of all types of marine craft from sailing yachts to large marine shipping.
An anti fouling coating is formulated to erode as the vessel passes through the water.
This prevents marine growth which would other wise slow the craft down.
Anti-Carbonation Coatings
A paint coating for the protection of cementitious surfaces such as concrete structures from pollutants. While protecting the surface moisture vapour can travel through the film without causing damage or failure. see 'carbonation'
Anti-Condensation Paint
Special paint coatings that permit moisture to remain on the surface without forming water globules. These coatings can be matt and smooth or in some instances textured.