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In a world that needs to reduce its environmental impact and adopt sustainable manufacturing practices, water-based paints are becoming the new standard. They're less hazardous than solvent-based coatings and offer several other benefits too.
Historically, solvent-based products have out-performed water-based, but technology has moved on, and there are plenty of high-performing alternatives on the market such at Sayerlack.
In the last 20 years, government regulators have recognised the need to reduce the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) being emitted into the atmosphere. These substances, which are present in high levels in solvent-based coatings, are toxic to human health and the environment. Paint manufacturers are now regulated on the VOC contents of their products, and decorative and refinishing industries are regulated on the amount of VOCs that they consume and emit. Solvent-based paints can no longer be the bread and butter of the coatings industry.
A water-based coating uses water as the liquifying agent instead of chemical solvents, so it emits fewer VOCs.
Using water-based paints brings benefits that go beyond complying with regulations:
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Not all water-based paints are low in VOCs, but the VOC 'count' is as low as possible. Which means fewer irritants and fewer irritations for you. Making decorating less harmful for both you and the environment. Compared to solvent based paints the VOC reduction is considerable.
Water based paints have far fewer VOC's but they still have some. Therefore although far less than solvent paints water based paint fumes can be considered safe after 2-3 days maximum.
No, water based is not graded as harmful or hazardous in the same way that solvent based paints are and is therefore not regulated in the same way.
Initially on launch water based took longer to dry than solvent based paints especially in high humidity and lower temperatures. As water based technology is increasing this drying gap has been reduced to virtually the same as solvents and water based paints do es have the advantage of retaining sheen throughout its lifetime.
No, Never, Absolutely not even once. The golden rule painters never break is that oil and water do not mix. Placing a water based topcoat on top of an oil based primer will result in peeling, and delaminating paint very quickly.
If you can’t find a fix for the issue you’re experiencing or you need more advice, drop us a line and we’ll get your paint job on track.
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In a world that needs to reduce its environmental impact and adopt sustainable manufacturing practices, water-based paints are becoming the new standard. They're less hazardous than solvent-based coatings and offer several other benefits too.
Historically, solvent-based products have out-performed water-based, but technology has moved on, and there are plenty of high-performing alternatives on the market such at Sayerlack.
In the last 20 years, government regulators have recognised the need to reduce the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) being emitted into the atmosphere. These substances, which are present in high levels in solvent-based coatings, are toxic to human health and the environment. Paint manufacturers are now regulated on the VOC contents of their products, and decorative and refinishing industries are regulated on the amount of VOCs that they consume and emit. Solvent-based paints can no longer be the bread and butter of the coatings industry.
A water-based coating uses water as the liquifying agent instead of chemical solvents, so it emits fewer VOCs.
Using water-based paints brings benefits that go beyond complying with regulations:
Need further information on water based paints? view our full video here:
Aquimax 1
Ultrimax Aquimax - Water Based Paint
View Sayerlack Water Based Topcoat - AT99
Not all water-based paints are low in VOCs, but the VOC 'count' is as low as possible. Which means fewer irritants and fewer irritations for you. Making decorating less harmful for both you and the environment. Compared to solvent based paints the VOC reduction is considerable.
Water based paints have far fewer VOC's but they still have some. Therefore although far less than solvent paints water based paint fumes can be considered safe after 2-3 days maximum.
No, water based is not graded as harmful or hazardous in the same way that solvent based paints are and is therefore not regulated in the same way.
Initially on launch water based took longer to dry than solvent based paints especially in high humidity and lower temperatures. As water based technology is increasing this drying gap has been reduced to virtually the same as solvents and water based paints do es have the advantage of retaining sheen throughout its lifetime.
No, Never, Absolutely not even once. The golden rule painters never break is that oil and water do not mix. Placing a water based topcoat on top of an oil based primer will result in peeling, and delaminating paint very quickly.
If you can’t find a fix for the issue you’re experiencing or you need more advice, drop us a line and we’ll get your paint job on track.
For further information on Jotun systems or specification products and which you should be using contact us below.
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When it comes to choosing a line marking paint, not all line paints are the same. Here at EverLine, we are Canada’s foremost expert when it comes to road markingroad markings and therefore, road paint as well. We understand that different aspects of a line painting job require different features in a line paint.
In this article, we will go through the unique benefits and disadvantages of TBL Durables and regular line paint to help you decide which option is best for you.
First, let’s take a look at regular line paint because this is the type of road paint that most people are familiar with.
Line paints are one of the most common ways to line and mark your property, whether you’d like to refresh the lines in your parking lot, mark special lanes, curbs, pedestrian areas, speed bumps and much more. Line marking paint helps identify areas and improve safety.
There are a couple of different types of line paint, including water-based and oil-based paint.
Solvent or oil-based paints are composed of numerous chemicals that become a homogenous solvent when mixed. The majority of the oil-based paints contain some form of organic or petroleum oil. But back in 2010, the Government of Canada cracked down on VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) and therefore banned oil-based traffic paints, meaning that this type of road paint is no longer an option.
There is another option when it comes to line paint options: water-based or water-borne traffic paint. Compared to oil-based road paint, water-based paint has a much lower VOC rating and is considered to be more eco-friendly.
The way water-based paint works is as the paint dries, the water within the paint evaporates, which then leaves behind a durable paint coating.
Regular line paint has some redeeming qualities when it comes to its application. The standard traffic line paint is designed to work well in lower-traffic areas.
Although line paint can increase the visibility of lines and layouts in parking lots, the pros of regular traffic paint are significantly smaller than other alternatives such as TBL Durables.
Regular traffic line paint has a fair bit of cons that come along with it. Although it does have some practical uses, the list of negatives do warrant some consideration.
The first con of line painting is that it doesn’t perform well in high traffic or even medium traffic areas. It’s average life expectancy is less than a year and can even be as low as 6 months when applied in medium to high traffic areas.
Secondly, the cost of water-based paint is well above the traditional benchmark when compared to other traffic paint alternatives (such as TBL Durables, which we’ll discuss later on!).
In addition to a higher cost, water-based paint also has one of the higher VOC ratings. The VOC rating for water-based line paint comes in at 150 g/L, which is better than oil-based paint but still not great compared to other options. So, not only are water-based paints high in price, they are always high in VOCs.
Next, water-based paints have a significantly longer drying time, clocking in at 60-120 minutes. This dry time is 15 times longer than oil-based paint or TBL Durables.
Another element that needs to be considered is the fact the water-based paint also has a high risk of spreading as well.
The more honest answer is there are better line paint options available. As we’ll discuss below, TBL Durables has more benefits and advantages over water-based paint.
However, there are some cases when water-based traffic paint is a suitable option, such as when you are painting speed bumps or curbs. Also, you cannot experience the benefits of TBL Durables when it is painted on top of regular line paint. If regular line paint already exists on your lot, you may as well just stick with that option before you repave or until your lines fade completely!
TBL Durables is a revolution in the road marking industry. The name says it all! The reason TBL Durables are an industry leader is that they are incredibly durable when compared to other alternatives. The technology within TBL Durables makes them more resistant to harsh weather conditions and incredibly eco-friendly.
TBL Durables are made of a sprayable liquid that cures within 5-10 minutes of being applied. Once applied and cured, TBL Durables become a hard plastic that is capable of resisting wear, providing greater reflectivity and being more durable than any other alternative.
There are many advantages to choosing TBL Durables. The technology behind TBL Durables makes them stand out against the competition in a variety of areas.
TBL Durables has one of the lowest VOC ratings, which reduces its impact on our environment. Compared to oil-based paints which have a VOC rating of 480 g/L and water-based paints which follow up at 150 g/L, TBL Durables come in at 50 g/L, making them the most environmentally-friendly line paint on the market.
TBL Durables have one of the best life expectancies. On average, TBL Durables last for 3 years. When you choose TBL Durables, you also reduce the frequency that you need to repaint your parking lot, parking garage, or property. This will save you a lot of money in the long run!
Another benefit of TBL Durables is that they have a low risk of spreading which means that you can have more precise application. Not only will your line painting project last for years, it will look amazing as well.
When compared to their oil-based or water-based counterparts, TBL Durables has the fastest drying time by far. This line marking paint is cured completely within 5-10 minutes of application.
Finally, on average TBL Durables is priced well below the average benchmark price for traffic paint. In combination with their long life expectancy, this will also help your business save money in both the long and short term!
TBL Durables is a wonderful solution for those who need to mark lines or lanes in high traffic areas, want an environmentally-friendly solution, and an affordable price. Durables line paint provides convenience that is combined with affordability, making it a great option for almost every application.
Here at EverLine, we are Canada’s authority when it comes to line painting and traffic paint. Our years of experience have allowed us to be able to fit the appropriate paint to your project. We would never recommend a paint that does not fit your needs to a tee.
When it comes to water-based traffic paint, this paint is ideal in painting curbs and speed bumps but has limited practicality in other line painting projects.
While on the other hand, we recommend TBL Durables for all line painting projects. The long life expectancy, durability, affordability and fast drying time make TBL Durables ideal for custom stencil projects, crisp parking lot lines and new layouts as well.
EverLine has been painting lines since 2012. We understand our industry and we know our products like the back of our hands. Our crews are specialized in line painting and are capable of any kind of line painting project. EverLine takes pride in our in-depth training, and our track record of success exemplifies this. No matter the type of surface, our expert crews can handle it. We have extensive experience and knowledge of all kinds of traffic paint projects and can help you choose the right paint for your project. Contact us today for all of your traffic painting needs!
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When it comes to choosing a line marking paint, not all line paints are the same. Here at EverLine, we are Canada’s foremost expert when it comes to road markings and therefore, road paint as well. We understand that different aspects of a line painting job require different features in a line paint.
In this article, we will go through the unique benefits and disadvantages of TBL Durables and regular line paint to help you decide which option is best for you.
First, let’s take a look at regular line paint because this is the type of road paint that most people are familiar with.
Line paints are one of the most common ways to line and mark your property, whether you’d like to refresh the lines in your parking lot, mark special lanes, curbs, pedestrian areas, speed bumps and much more. Line marking paint helps identify areas and improve safety.
There are a couple of different types of line paint, including water-based and oil-based paint.
Solvent or oil-based paints are composed of numerous chemicals that become a homogenous solvent when mixed. The majority of the oil-based paints contain some form of organic or petroleum oil. But back in 2010, the Government of Canada cracked down on VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) and therefore banned oil-based traffic paints, meaning that this type of road paint is no longer an option.
There is another option when it comes to line paint options: water-based or water-borne traffic paint. Compared to oil-based road paint, water-based paint has a much lower VOC rating and is considered to be more eco-friendly.
The way water-based paint works is as the paint dries, the water within the paint evaporates, which then leaves behind a durable paint coating.
Regular line paint has some redeeming qualities when it comes to its application. The standard traffic line paint is designed to work well in lower-traffic areas.
Although line paint can increase the visibility of lines and layouts in parking lots, the pros of regular traffic paint are significantly smaller than other alternatives such as TBL Durables.
Regular traffic line paint has a fair bit of cons that come along with it. Although it does have some practical uses, the list of negatives do warrant some consideration.
The first con of line painting is that it doesn’t perform well in high traffic or even medium traffic areas. It’s average life expectancy is less than a year and can even be as low as 6 months when applied in medium to high traffic areas.
Secondly, the cost of water-based paint is well above the traditional benchmark when compared to other traffic paint alternatives (such as TBL Durables, which we’ll discuss later on!).
In addition to a higher cost, water-based paint also has one of the higher VOC ratings. The VOC rating for water-based line paint comes in at 150 g/L, which is better than oil-based paint but still not great compared to other options. So, not only are water-based paints high in price, they are always high in VOCs.
Next, water-based paints have a significantly longer drying time, clocking in at 60-120 minutes. This dry time is 15 times longer than oil-based paint or TBL Durables.
Another element that needs to be considered is the fact the water-based paint also has a high risk of spreading as well.
The more honest answer is there are better line paint options available. As we’ll discuss below, TBL Durables has more benefits and advantages over water-based paint.
However, there are some cases when water-based traffic paint is a suitable option, such as when you are painting speed bumps or curbs. Also, you cannot experience the benefits of TBL Durables when it is painted on top of regular line paint. If regular line paint already exists on your lot, you may as well just stick with that option before you repave or until your lines fade completely!
TBL Durables is a revolution in the road marking industry. The name says it all! The reason TBL Durables are an industry leader is that they are incredibly durable when compared to other alternatives. The technology within TBL Durables makes them more resistant to harsh weather conditions and incredibly eco-friendly.
TBL Durables are made of a sprayable liquid that cures within 5-10 minutes of being applied. Once applied and cured, TBL Durables become a hard plastic that is capable of resisting wear, providing greater reflectivity and being more durable than any other alternative.
There are many advantages to choosing TBL Durables. The technology behind TBL Durables makes them stand out against the competition in a variety of areas.
TBL Durables has one of the lowest VOC ratings, which reduces its impact on our environment. Compared to oil-based paints which have a VOC rating of 480 g/L and water-based paints which follow up at 150 g/L, TBL Durables come in at 50 g/L, making them the most environmentally-friendly line paint on the market.
TBL Durables have one of the best life expectancies. On average, TBL Durables last for 3 years. When you choose TBL Durables, you also reduce the frequency that you need to repaint your parking lot, parking garage, or property. This will save you a lot of money in the long run!
Another benefit of TBL Durables is that they have a low risk of spreading which means that you can have more precise application. Not only will your line painting project last for years, it will look amazing as well.
When compared to their oil-based or water-based counterparts, TBL Durables has the fastest drying time by far. This line marking paint is cured completely within 5-10 minutes of application.
Finally, on average TBL Durables is priced well below the average benchmark price for traffic paint. In combination with their long life expectancy, this will also help your business save money in both the long and short term!
TBL Durables is a wonderful solution for those who need to mark lines or lanes in high traffic areas, want an environmentally-friendly solution, and an affordable price. Durables line paint provides convenience that is combined with affordability, making it a great option for almost every application.
Here at EverLine, we are Canada’s authority when it comes to line painting and traffic paint. Our years of experience have allowed us to be able to fit the appropriate paint to your project. We would never recommend a paint that does not fit your needs to a tee.
When it comes to water-based traffic paint, this paint is ideal in painting curbs and speed bumps but has limited practicality in other line painting projects.
While on the other hand, we recommend TBL Durables for all line painting projects. The long life expectancy, durability, affordability and fast drying time make TBL Durables ideal for custom stencil projects, crisp parking lot lines and new layouts as well.
EverLine has been painting lines since 2012. We understand our industry and we know our products like the back of our hands. Our crews are specialized in line painting and are capable of any kind of line painting project. EverLine takes pride in our in-depth training, and our track record of success exemplifies this. No matter the type of surface, our expert crews can handle it. We have extensive experience and knowledge of all kinds of traffic paint projects and can help you choose the right paint for your project. Contact us today for all of your traffic painting needs!
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