ABSTRACT
The first step in selecting a paint system for corrosion protection is to determine the environment around the structure 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 detrimental solar rays? If the structure or item is located outdoors, are there chemical plants located nearby, or pulp or paper mills, or other industrial facilities that are apt to discharge airborne pollutants? Are color, gloss, and the 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 chemicals are used nearby? Is there any chance of a chemical spill on the painted surface?
