Dark Bubble

2019-11-26 0

Dark Bubble — Phenomena, Causes and Solutions

1、Problem:Dark bubble

2、Phenomenon:The bubbles are suspended in the paint film without breaking, which seriously affects the appearance. Generally it appears in the bright light system. This phenomenon is caused by the reaction of isocyanate (-NCO) and moisture (H2O). Therefore, dark bubble is unique to polyurethane paint.

3、Causes and solutions

Causes

Solutions

Moisture (water) reacts with curing agent.

Properly control the 

temperature and humidity of the construction environment. Stop construction when the 

air humidity is greater than 

80%.

The paint is too viscous.

Use matching thinner to 

dilute the paint reasonably. 

(Use as little as possible low-

boiling solvents such as 

butyl ester, ethyl ester and 

toluene, and use solvents with a boiling point higher than 

160°.)

The solvent evaporates too fast 

during curing.

Control the temperature and extend the surface drying 

time of the paint film to 

extend the opening time of 

the paint film.


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