There are no standard painting systems for phenolic paints; however, by using the following Guide a painting system may be selected by the specifier. select the desired surface preparation, primer, intermediate(s), and topcoat from those listed herein and insert them into the standard SSPC Painting System format. In order to aid in the selection, short comments are given. For additional information
consult the “Commentary on Painting Systems” and the referenced standards.
1. Scope
1.1 These specifications cover phenolic painting systems for blast cleaned steel.
1.2 These systems are suitable for use on parts or structures exposed in Environmental Zones 1A (interior, normally dry), 1 B (exterior, normally dry), and 2A (frequently wet by fresh water).
1.3 Phenolic paints will normally dry in about 12 hours. For optimum intercoat adhesion recoating should take place in less than 24 hours.
1.4 The color of the finish paint must be specified.
2. Description
2.1 This guide outlines the components of a complete phenolic painting system. A standard system consists of surface preparation by commercial blast cleaning or pickling, one coat of phenolic primer, one or two intermediate coat(s), and one finish coat.
