Clouding

Cause

• Incorrect spraying viscosity, spraying technique, flash-off times, spraybooth temperature

• Defective spray gun set up, incorrect spraying pressure

• Unsuitable thinners

Prevention

• Adjust material correctly

• Keep spray gun parallel to object

• Choose suitable spray gun set up

• Use manufacturer’s thinners

• Ensure sufficient flash-off

• Follow application recommendations in technical data sheets

Remedy

• When using conventional basecoat: use drop let method before spraying clear

• After clear has through-dried, sand surface and repaint

• When using waterborne basecoat: apply uniform finish on wet basecoat in accordance with technical data sheet