Scuffmaster 200 Armor Premium Coat User Guide
- May 15, 2024
- Scuffmaster
Table of Contents
Quick Tips.
ARMOR
APPLICATION GUIDE
Finish Overview
Armor is a unique, two-step finish that consists of (a) a base color coat and
(b) a pattern coat.
› BASE COLOR (a): PremiumCoat 200 provides the base color for every Armor
finish. PremiumCoat 200 can be brushed, rolled or sprayed.
PATTERN COAT (b): ArmorCoat 1200 provides the pattern coat.
See pages two and three of this guide for detailed instructions on applying
ArmorCoat 1200.
Masterlink Additive
Masterlink™ is a performance additive that is added to both coats of the Armor
finish. Masterlink increases the stain resistance and durability of the
finish. Failure to add 2 ounces of Masterlink per gallon will result in a
finish that is not as durable as published and will void the warranty.
› NOTE: Product life once Masterlink has been added:
36 hours, 8 hours under pressure.
Wait to add Masterlink to each Scuffmaster product until immediately prior to
its application. Mix thoroughly. Strain.
Application / Base Coat
After adding Masterlink, PremiumCoat 200 can be spray applied like most
regular paints using conventional, HVLP or Airless (recommended) equipment.
› NOTE: If needed, thin MasterCoat 100 with water in 2oz increments, max
amount 4oz per gallon.
Prior to application, box all cans/pails of the same color together.
AIRLESS SETTINGS: Pressure–2000psi. Tip– .015”-.021”
Application / Pattern Coat
IMPORTANT: To ensure a proper match, please follow the steps in this
guide and be sure your setup is correct. The pattern coat must be applied
withing 48 hours of applying the base coat.
› SPRAY GUN: BINKS® 2100 • 66 SS Fluid Nozzle • 565 Needle
• Scuffmaster Solo™ Air Cap (threaded to fit the Binks 2100)
PRESSURE POT: Dual regulated • Two Gallon Pressure Pot
COMPRESSOR: Minimum 6.5 cfm at 90 psi
Adjusting the Speck Size of the Pattern Coat To Match the Control Sample
Adjustments to the air pressure setting will allow the applicator to control
the size of the specks in the pattern coat. Be sure to reference the control
sample to determine the desired speck size.
TO DECREASE SPECK SIZE:
Slowly INCREASE the air pressure until desired speck size is achieved.
DO NOT ATOMIZE! TO INCREASE SPECK SIZE:
Slowly DECREASE the air pressure until desired speck size is achieved.
Preparation
Brush, roll or spray the base coat (base coat on all samples was sprayed),
then follow these steps to apply the pattern coat. NOTE: When applying 2 or
more pattern colors, begin with the color that most contrasts the base
color!
PRODUCT
LIFE ONCE MASTERLINK HAS BEEN ADDED: 36 HOURS – 8 HOURS UNDER PRESSURE
Application Technique
IMPORTANT: Bleed pressure off AWAY FROM SUBSTRATE before moving into spray stroke, KEEP GUN TRIGGERED!
FACE VIEW – MOVING OVAL SPRAY STROKE
SIDE VIEW – SPRAY STROKE RANGE
SPRAY GUN POSITION| Position the spray gun approximately 36-48 inches from the
surface to be painted. This will create a wide spray fan which will help avoid
striping. The gun should be positioned about shoulder height. If the pressure
has been set correctly, this is the perfect location for coverage of an 8-10
foot surface.
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SPRAY STROKE RANGE| Stay within a 24” spray stroke range. Tilt wrist up or
down at the top and bottom of the stroke to reach the edges. To keep pressure
from fluctuating, avoid whipping or snapping the gun and keep the fluid/air line
bundle at your hip in your free hand.
SPRAY STROKE MOTION| Move the spray gun up and down in a smooth, even motion.
Move your arm in a spiraling oval pattern similar to a football staying within
the 24” spray stroke range.
WORK QUICKLY| Move down the wall in one direction at a comfortable pace. We
recommend building up the finish of each pattern color in two passes. Visually
reference the control sample and adjust your pace to achieve the desired finish
in two passes. Moving too slowly will cause the finish to build up too quickly
which may cause striping.
Troubleshooting
IMPORTANT: Call our support line at 212 255 3300 if you are unclear on any step of the application.
Striping:
Cause 1: Spray gun too close to the surface
Cause 2: Spray stroke too slow
Solution: If minor striping occurs in the first pass, the second pass
will even out the finish. Focus on the light areas and spray faster over the
heavy areas to blend the striping. If striping is severe, allow the pattern to
dry then recoat with the base coat and apply the pattern correctly.
Note: If striping occurs, it is typically more visible when viewed from
an angle.
Before determining a finish complete, look at the same surface from multiple
angles.
Blotchy/cloudy Appearance:
Cause 1: Too much air pressure, product is atomizing
Cause 2: Wrong spray stroke, not using full vertical range
Cause 3: Moving too slowly
Solution: If caught early in the application, it should be possible to
even out the finish by spraying a second light pass correctly. However, if it
is too severe, the only way to fix the finish is to reapply the base coat and
apply the pattern correctly.
Note: This issue is typically more visible when viewed from an angle.
Before determining a finish complete, look at the same surface from multiple
angles.
Pattern Too Light:
Cause 1: Not enough material applied
Solution: Apply another light pass of the pattern coat.
Pattern Too Dense:
Cause 1: Too much material applied
Solution: Reapply the base coat then apply the pattern coat using two
light passes.
Customer Service: 212 255 3300
03/2023
212 255 3300
wolfgordon.com
References
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