Spider’s Web
How It Looks
Description of problem
The paint is propelled by the spray gun in the form of filaments. Spider’s web occurs when the filaments are not dissolved in the paint film.
Causes
- Use of a cold paint which has thickened.
- Incorrect pressure.
- Very high viscosity.
- Use of the incorrect thinner
Preventive measures
- Spray at the correct temperature and viscosity.
- Use appropriate thinner.
Remedy
Reduce the air pressure and/or the viscosity until the problem disappears.
Note
Some products such as Body Schutz, polyester spray filler or textured paint need a special spray gun, which has 3.0 mm nozzle for proper application.
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