Start With Intended Service

Confirm that the product is intended for the substrate and exposure. Atmospheric steel, immersion service, concrete, chemical splash, elevated temperature and UV exposure can require different products or complete systems.

Surface Preparation

Locate the specified cleaning standard, required surface profile and permitted preparation methods. The listed minimum is not permission to override a stricter project specification. Existing coatings may require compatibility testing or removal.

Mixing and Pot Life

Record the component ratio, mixing method, induction time and pot life at the expected temperature. Pot life changes with temperature and is not the same as dry time. Only manufacturer-approved thinner and thinning limits should be used.

Application Window

Compare ambient temperature, substrate temperature, relative humidity and dew point restrictions with site conditions. Confirm permitted spray equipment, tip range, pressure guidance and stripe-coat requirements.

Film Thickness and Coverage

Distinguish wet-film thickness from dry-film thickness. Theoretical coverage does not include surface profile, overspray, transfer loss, waste or geometry. Required dry-film thickness should be checked against both the product sheet and project specification.

Recoat and Cure

Minimum and maximum recoat windows can vary with temperature. Missing the maximum may require cleaning or mechanical preparation. “Dry to touch” does not mean ready for handling, immersion or chemical service.

Build a Job-Specific Checklist

Before mobilization, convert the approved system into a short inspection and application checklist: batch numbers, environmental readings, mixing times, wet-film checks, dry-film readings, recoat times and repairs.