Contents

1. Introduction

1.1 Functions of Paint

1.2 Paint Systems and Components
1.3 Classification of Paint
1.4 Properties of Paint

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2. Material Selection

2.1 Selection of Paint System

3. Delivery and Storage

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3.1 Delivery
3.2 Storage of Paints
3.3 Storage and Maintenance of Application Tools

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4. Preparatory Work

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4.1 Planning
4.2 Surface Preparation
4.3 Paint Preparation
4.4 Protection Works Before Paint Application
4.5 Safety

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5. Application

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5.1 Guidelines to Good Paint Application

5.2 Application Tools
5.3 Application Methods
5.4 Protection Works After Application
5.5 Inspection of Completed Works

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6. Common Defects

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Appendix

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APPENDIX A : Examples of Paints Classified by Resin &

some of their General Properties
APPENDIX B : Categories of Environment According to
their Corrosive Nature
APPENDIX C : Laboratory Tests on Paint System
APPENDIX D : Sample of Inspection and Test Plan
APPENDIX E : Sample Checklist for In-process Inspection on
Painting Works
APPENDIX F : Sample Checklist for Final Inspection on
Painting Works

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References

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