ABSTRACT
The first step in selecting a paint system for corrosion protection is to determine the environment around the structure or item to be painted. Is the environment predominantly a weathering environment subject to heat, cold, daily or seasonal temperature changes, precipitation, wind (flexing), exposure to sunlight, or detri mental solar rays? If the structure or item is located outdoors, are there chemical plants located nearby, or pulp and paper mills, or other industrial facilities that are apt to discharge airborne pollutants? Is color, gloss, and overall pleasing effect more important than corrosion protection or are the normal grays, whites, and pastels of the more corrosion resistant paints satisfactory? If located in a chemical facility, what specific chemicals are used nearby; is there any chance of a chemi cal spill on the painted surface?
