RAL Colour Range

A colour range developed by the German RAL Institute.  The range of colours are used as an international standards used  not only for paint but many building components.


Re-coat Time

The time interval between each coat of paint.


Rebars

Metal rods for reinforcing concrete.


Residual Tack

 A paint film which has set but remains tacky


Reversible Tip

An airless spray tip mounted in a reversible housing to facilitate the clearing of blockages


Risk Assessment

Risk Assessment

Risk assessments are to identify potential hazard when work of all natures are to carried out to safe guard not only the operatives but anyone who may come in contact within the work area.

See: H & Safety

https://www.hse.gov.uk/simple-health-safety/risk/index.htm  

 


Rust remover

Rust Remover.

Based on Phosphoric Acid for removing rust from metalwork.

 


Sand Paper

Graded sand particles onto a paper backing. Also Glass and Garnet paper.

 


Saponification

Formation of a soap-like substance by chemical attack of an alkyd coating caused by alkali and moisture in a substrate.


Scabbling Machine

For use in preparing existing flooring prior to floor paint or epoxy/polyurethane coatings being applied.

scabbling machine
scabbling machine