Most needs for vinyl painting systems can be met by the standard SSPC Painting Systems 4.02 and 4.04 in this section. Other combinations of surface preparation, primer, intermediates, and topcoats may be selected for special situations for vinyl painting systems using the following Guide. To do so, 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.
This guide covers vinyl painting systems for blast cleaned or pickled steel.
These systems are suitable for use on parts or structures exposed in Environmental Zones 1A (interior, normally dry), 2A (frequently wet by fresh water), 2B (frequently wet by salt water), 2C (fresh water immersion), 2D (salt water immersion), 3A (chemical, acidic), and 3B (chemical neutral).
The color of the finish paint must be specified.
This guide outlines the components of a complete vinyl painting system. A painting system shall consist of surface preparation by commercial blast cleaning or pickling, one coat of wash primer (when required), one coat of vinyl primer, one or two intermediate coat(s), and one finish coat of vinyl paint.
