Pro Industrial Silver-Brite Aluminum Paint

A superior-quality one-package coating, Pro Industrial™ Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint is formulated with 325-mesh leafing aluminum pigment, petroleum resin and select oils to produce a chrome-like, uniform appearance.

Pro Industrial™ Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint is a high-performance, one-component, general-purpose aluminum paint designed for both interior and exterior applications. It is formulated with 325 mesh leafing aluminum pigment, petroleum resin, and select oils to provide a chrome-like, uniform metallic finish. This product is ideal for use in industrial and commercial environments where heat resistance, weather protection, and aesthetic metallic appearance are required.

This aluminum paint is typically used as a topcoat in a multi-layer system. Depending on the substrate, it must be applied over a compatible primer. The system may include:

- Primer (varies by substrate, see below)

- 2 coats of Pro Industrial™ Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint

Pro Industrial™ Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint is suitable for use on properly prepared steel, concrete, masonry, primed galvanized metal, and aluminum. It is recommended for:

- Piping

- Bridges

- Fences

- Refineries

- Siding

- Storage tanks (exterior)

- Insulated pipe and ductwork (interior)

- Application Methods: Brush, roller, or spray (airless or conventional)

- Recommended Wet Film Thickness (WFT): 2.5–3.5 mils

- Recommended Dry Film Thickness (DFT): 1.1–1.5 mils per coat (do not exceed 1.5 mils DFT per coat)

- Coverage: 448–673 sq. ft. per gallon depending on application method and surface profile

- Pot Life: Not applicable (single-component product)

- Drying Time @ 77°F (25°C), 50% RH, 3.0 mils WFT:

- To touch: 2–4 hours

- Tack free: 6–12 hours

- Recoat: 24 hours

- Full cure: 8 days

- Temperature Range for Application: 40°F (4.4°C) to 120°F (49°C); ideal range is 60°F (16°C) to 90°F (32°C)

- Humidity Limit: Maximum 85% relative humidity; surface temperature must be at least 5°F above dew point

- UV Resistance: Not specified as UV stable; intended for exterior use but may discolor over time compared to alkyds

- VOC Content: 452 g/L (3.76 lbs/gal)

- Shelf Life: 36 months unopened

Primers and Compatible Systems:

The following primers are recommended based on substrate and temperature exposure:

- Steel (below 200°F / 93°C):

- 1 coat Pro Industrial™ Kem Bond HS or Kem Kromik Universal Metal Primer

- 2 coats Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint

- Steel (200°F / 93°C to 400°F / 204°C):

- No primer required

- 2 coats Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint

- Aluminum (below 200°F / 93°C):

- 1 coat Pro Industrial™ DTM Wash Primer

- 2 coats Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint

- Galvanized Metal (below 200°F / 93°C):

- 1 coat Pro Industrial™ Galvite HS

- 2 coats Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint

- Concrete Block (below 200°F / 93°C):

- 1 coat Pro Industrial™ Heavy Duty Block Filler

- 2 coats Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint

- Masonry (below 200°F / 93°C):

- 1 coat Loxon® Concrete and Masonry Primer

- 2 coats Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint

- Insulated Pipe & Ductwork (interior, below 130°F / 54°C):

- 1 coat ProMar® 200 Zero VOC Latex Primer

- 2 coats Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint

- Insulated Pipe & Ductwork (130°F / 54°C to 400°F / 204°C):

- No primer required

- 2 coats Silver-Brite® Aluminum Paint

- Do not apply more than 1.5 mils DFT per coat to avoid blistering and peeling.

- Stir gently before use; do not shake or over-agitate to prevent mottling.

- Stripe coat welds, crevices, and sharp angles for enhanced protection.

- For spray application, use 50% overlap and consider cross-spraying to avoid holidays and pinholes.

- Surface preparation is critical; follow SSPC and ICRI standards for cleaning and profiling.

- Not compliant with SCAQMD or LEED® VOC emission standards.

- Clean tools and equipment with compliant solvent immediately after use.

- Rags and waste soaked with this product may spontaneously combust; dispose of properly in a sealed, water-filled metal container.

This product is best suited for industrial and commercial applications where a metallic aluminum finish is desired along with moderate heat resistance and weather durability. It is not recommended for use in environments requiring high UV stability or LEED-compliant coatings.

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