A clear and accurate manual with personal advice
All our products come with a clear manual of max. 2 pages. You can request personal advice from us by sending a photo of your untreated surface. You can also reach us for practical advice during application from our experts by experience.
A 2-component coating, also known as a 2K coating, consists of two components that are mixed together just before use. Usually, this involves a base (component A) and a hardener (component B). After mixing, a chemical reaction starts, causing the coating to harden and acquire its final properties.
What does pot life mean?
The pot life is the period during which a mixed 2K coating remains workable. As soon as components A and B are mixed, the clock starts ticking. The viscosity gradually increases, and eventually, the material can no longer be applied properly. A full, mixed, but unused pot can even get hot.
The pot life depends on several factors, including the temperature, mixing ratio, and the amount of mixed material. A higher temperature generally accelerates the reaction and therefore shortens the pot life. For this reason, never place a can of coating in direct sunlight or, for example, in a hot van.
Pot life is not the same as drying time
It is important not to confuse pot life with drying time. The pot life indicates how long the mixed product remains workable out of the pot. The drying and curing time indicates how long it takes for the coating to be dry and fully cured on the surface where it has been applied. Usually, the drying time is longer than the pot life.
In short: for an optimal result, it is important to mix a 2-component coating well, take the ambient temperature into account, and apply the material within the specified pot life.
