Cosmetic Paint for Fasteners
by Jen Kushnir & Patrick Murphy, D.L.P. Coatings, Inc.
Have you ever been concerned if your fasteners are correctly color matched? Will the paint adhere to the fastener and is it durable enough for the application? Should I recommend wet paint or powder paint? Is it safe to use?
If you’ve asked yourself any of those questions, then join the crowd! In this article, we’ll help answer those concerns and others that fastener
distributors and manufacturers often have about selecting or specifying a paint system. We’ll discuss our Color Match Process, Surface Preparation and Pre-Treatment necessary for paint adhesion as well as Powder Paint and Wet Paint. Finally, we will define RoHS compliance, which continues to be an issue of concern in today’s environmentally conscious world.