Painting

Project #___________________

Date:_____________

Inspector:__________________

Environmental Conditions Check the following prior to beginning painting operations and at 4-hour intervals:

• Temperature--------Specification limits______________ Measured_______

• Relative humidity-------Specification limit_________ Measured________

• Dew Point_____

• Steel surface temperature (should be min. of 3°C (5°F ) above dew point) _____

• Excessive wind not present.___

Application

For spray applications:

• Pot pressure set to provide adequate paint supply to spray gun.___
• Atomization pressure set just high enough to atomize paint . ___
• Proper technique used. ___

For brush, roller, or mitt applications:

• Verify material compatibility. ___
• Proper technique used. ___

For all methods:

• Immediate repair of unsightly runs, drip, and pinholes. ___
• Check wet film thickness. Verify acceptability. ___
• Check dry film thickness. Verify acceptability. ___