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Enamel; requisites of paints

Short answer

Enamel is pigment dispersed in varnish, drying to a hard, glossy, water-resistant film. Good paint spreads easily, dries to a tough adherent film, resists weathering and chemicals, is non-toxic and economical.

What is enamel? Write the requisites of paints.

Enamel

Enamel is a paint in which the pigment is dispersed in varnish (resin dissolved in drying oil and thinner) instead of in plain oil. It dries to a hard, smooth, glossy and water-resistant film. It is used on metal furniture, machines, vehicles, kitchens and bathrooms.

Requisites of a good paint

  1. Easy to apply and spreads uniformly with good covering power.
  2. Dries in reasonable time to a hard, tough, elastic film.
  3. The film adheres well and does not crack, blister or peel.
  4. Resists weather, water, chemicals and heat; has a lasting colour and gloss.
  5. Non-toxic, no unpleasant smell, and economical.

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