{"product_id":"permalac-black-opaque","title":"Black Opaque","description":"\u003cp\u003ePermalac Original Black is a fast-drying, easy-to-apply acrylic lacquer coating. It is an opaque tinted formula which lays down similar to a paint. Permalac Original Black is highly resistant to environmental breakdown caused by UV, acid rain, and salt. It has outstanding adhesion to a variety of substrates, including patinated and polished metals, hard woods, and masonry or stone products. Users report excellent results on copper, brass, bronze, steel, aluminum, zinc, and painted wood substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shoplightspeed.com\/shops\/606431\/files\/56246809\/permalac-original-ef-and-nt-usage-maintenance.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT USAGE INSTRUCTIONS READ ME\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePermalac is a fast-drying, easy-to-apply, acrylic lacquer coating. Permalac is highly resistant to\u003cbr\u003eenvironmental breakdown caused by UV, acid rain, and salt. It has outstanding adhesion to a\u003cbr\u003evariety of substrates, including patinated and polished metals, hard woods, and masonry or stone\u003cbr\u003eproducts. Users report excellent results on copper, brass, bronze, steel, aluminum, zinc, and painted\u003cbr\u003ewood substrates in both land and marine applications.\u003cbr\u003eThe following instructions can be applied to all sheens of the Permalac Original, Permalac EF,\u003cbr\u003ePermalac NT, and Permalac Blackener.\u003cbr\u003eDetermine your method of application: This decision should be made based on your own\u003cbr\u003eexperience and skill level, as well as the size and nature of the job. If the Permalac must be applied\u003cbr\u003eon location, it might be best to apply with a brush to avoid overspray. Small parts and jewelry\u003cbr\u003emight be best dipped. You might wish to spray a large project for speed and ease of application.\u003cbr\u003eRegardless of your application method, it is important that your substrate is clean and free of\u003cbr\u003emoisture. We recommend that you wipe non-porous substrates with acetone or lacquer thinner to\u003cbr\u003edegrease and assist in wetting.\u003cbr\u003eSpraying Permalac: When spraying Permalac, you may need to thin it first. This can be done with most\u003cbr\u003ecommercially available lacquer thinners. Peacock Laboratories also manufactures a complete array of\u003cbr\u003ethinners to suit varying weather conditions and customer preferences. The mix ratio is four parts\u003cbr\u003ePermalac to one part thinner. You may wish to increase this ratio to three parts Permalac to one part\u003cbr\u003ethinner if conditions are particularly hot and dry or if the substrate is particularly porous. For spraying\u003cbr\u003esteel, the mix ratio is one-part Permalac to one part thinner for the first coat, then four parts Permalac\u003cbr\u003eto one part thinner for the remaining coats. Once the Permalac has been reduced, it can be sprayed. Be\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003esure to follow all the safety guidelines outlined in the SDS sheet(s). This includes using an NAIC-\u003cbr\u003eapproved organic solvent respirator, goggles, and using Permalac in a ventilated area. The\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003erecommended spray gun is an HVLP sprayer with a 1.0-1.3 mm tip. Use 25-30 psi and adjust the gun\u003cbr\u003eso the material is fully atomized. You also want to avoid large droplets in your spray. When spraying,\u003cbr\u003eyou want to be laying enough coating that the surface appears wet, and the droplets flow together.\u003cbr\u003eApply 3 coats for interior applications OR 4-6 coats for exterior applications in this manner (wood may\u003cbr\u003erequire 4-8 coats), allowing 30-60 minutes between coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e4\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eYou may wish to add anywhere between 2-5% of our #500 retarding thinner to your lacquer mix\u003cbr\u003eto combat issues such as solvent pop or hazing because of high humidity or temperature in the\u003cbr\u003esurrounding environment. If you see orange peel, allow the Permalac to cure for 1 to 2 hours and\u003cbr\u003ethen wet sand with 400 grit paper. Use a cloth to remove the resulting dust and moisture and apply\u003cbr\u003ea final coat of Permalac. When finished, allow 72 hours minimum before packing the item or\u003cbr\u003eputting it to use. Clean your equipment with acetone or lacquer thinner.\u003cbr\u003eBrushing Permalac: Permalac can be brushed on at full concentration. During hot weather, you\u003cbr\u003emay wish to thin the Permalac by 15% with a standard thinner or 5% with a retarding thinner to\u003cbr\u003ehelp flow out brush marks. Use a good quality solvent-grade brush and do not overwork. Apply 3\u003cbr\u003ecoats for interior applications OR 4-6 coats for exterior applications, waiting 30 minutes-1.5 hours\u003cbr\u003ebetween coats. Allow it to cure for 24 hours minimum (72 hours highly recommended). Clean-up\u003cbr\u003ewith acetone.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDipping Permalac: Use a hook or appropriate jig to dip your part into Permalac. Gently shake off\u003cbr\u003eany excess droplets. Allow to dry one hour and repeat. Allow to cure for 24 hours (72 hours highly\u003cbr\u003erecommended).\u003cbr\u003eMaintaining\/Cleaning Permalac: Wash Permalac with soap, water, and a soft sponge or rag. Do\u003cbr\u003enot use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads. Do not use solvents, such as mineral spirits or acetone.\u003cbr\u003eDo not use any cleaners with acidic components or any compounds such as ammonia. Scratches\u003cbr\u003ecan be repaired by cleaning the damaged area with soap and water, allowing it to fully dry, then\u003cbr\u003efinally reapplying Permalac. Should you need to remove Permalac, it can be stripped with either\u003cbr\u003elacquer thinner or acetone.\u003cbr\u003eReapplying Permalac with time: Permalac usually lasts about 8-10 years on interior applications\u003cbr\u003eand approximately 3-5 years on exterior applications. It should still be reapplied as necessary to\u003cbr\u003emaintain the finish and its protective capabilities. Reapplication window for Permalac is every 3-\u003cbr\u003e5 years or as you see the finish begin to wear down with time. The existing Permalac layer can be\u003cbr\u003ecleaned with soap and water solution, and then coated on top with more layers of Permalac (as\u003cbr\u003erecommended in the first section). Alternatively, you can choose to strip down the Permalac layers\u003cbr\u003ecurrently existing on your substrate with acetone or lacquer thinner (soaked on a rag and wiped on\u003cbr\u003efor instance) and then reapply as recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Permalac","offers":[{"title":"Matte Quart","offer_id":48015429239099,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Gallon","offer_id":48015429206331,"sku":null,"price":212.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/pml-black-matte-front.jpg?v=1714250814","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/products\/permalac-black-opaque","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}