Using Permalac to Achieve a European Enamel Look

Permalac's effectiveness as a direct to metal clear is well established. Recently we have been getting more interest from our customers who want Permalac's adhesion and corrosion resistance with color. I wanted to see how effective Permalac could be when carrying color and would it cover color. These aluminum snack bowls where one of the tests I came up with. Originally they had  a mirror finish, but some goofball (me) put them in the dishwasher. That wrecked them, but since they were already ruined I could do with them as I pleased. I decided to go for this enamel look. I sprayed on a layer of the base color, led it set up for a few minutes, and then airbrushed on the secondary colors. Then three coats of Satin/Gloss Permalac and it was finished. 

Currently we are still testing the colors you see here. When they're ready, we'll post it here.

Reclaimed Steel and Permalac

Just to amplify on Les' post : What is the big deal with painting salvaged metal?

For one, the salvaged metal must be stripped of all the old paint, and rust. This involves using paint strippers and chemicals that definitely add to the "carbon" load of the planet. And then applying a primer, and then painting over it. The labor, and cost involved can deter most users.

Using Black Permalac EF, a low VOC black coating allows many of these steps to be taken away. No need to strip the paint or rust, and no need for a primer. Metals that would have prohibitive to re-treat, can now be reused easily.

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Metal Polishing Gel

Description: Metal Polishing Gel is a low acidity polish for copper, brass, bronze and aluminum. It contains no alcohol, no petroleum distillates, no ammonia, and no phosphates.

Instructions: Apply Metal Polish Gel with a clean cotton cloth to tarnished copper, brass, bronze, or aluminum and polish. Once a you have the degree of shine you want, you may wish to coat the piece in Permalac, thereby maintaining your shine without repeated polishing.

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Permalac and Copper Gutters

Ed Monk is a contractor and Permalac user from Long Island, NY. One of his companie's specialties is the installation of Copper Gutters. Many of Ed's clients have been interested in keeping their copper bright. Five years ago Ed discovered Permalac. Now when a customer asks for long lasting bright copper, Ed can give it to them. Watch the video for Ed's story.

If you're in the business of installing exterior copper, Permalac gives you another service to offer your clients.  If your considering installing exterior copper, talk to your contractor about Permalac.

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Ten Years of Maine Winters

We just received these picture from Robert A. in Maine. Ten years ago Robert coated the copper copula on the roof of his barn with Permalac. Though the copper was still bright, he thought it was time to add a few more coats for peace of mind. Robert was relieved to find that he wouldn't have to strip the old coating, a light cleaning with acetone to remove foreign material and he was ready to reapply. Good luck and we'll talk to you again in 10 years Robert.

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Permalac EF FloorCoat

Peacock Labs has developed a new high solids, low VOC, lacquer specifically for protecting and sealing floors. Permalac EF FloorCoat can be used on a variety of floor types, from hardwood, to concrete. It's water clear, non yellowing, and resistant to ultraviolet. The coating is durable enough to take fork-lift traffic (watch the video below) and has a fast and easy application.

Permalac EF FloorCoat can be applied with a T-Bar or fleece applicator. It can be applied over oil based stain. Three coats will bring the finish to a semi gloss and give a total coating thickness of 5 mil. Allow one hour between the first coat and the second coat, and two hours between the second coat and third coat. The third coat of Permalac EF FloorCoat will be ready for light use within two hours. It will be ready for normal use after 24 hours.
For more information call Peacock Labs at 215 729 4400

Permalac EF FloorCoat on concrete

Permalac EF FloorCoat on oak

An Outdoor Kitchen, With the Help of Permalac

Our friends at Field Evaluation Services sent us these pictures of a beautiful outdoor kitchen. The pagoda beams have been sealed with Permalac. They write,

 

Yes they have three coats and we used a brush, and after the final coat we did a light sanding just to smooth out the wood grain. You can include the photos I sent in your blog, If we can be of any other help just let us know. 

Thank You

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