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| Textures are
formulated at different solids levels. The chart below describes each texture's solids
level at an equal viscosity (i.e. thickness). The higher solids level typically equates
to greater stand-out (or more material—heavier texture) on the wall. The lower solids
level typically equates to higher mileage (or less stand-out—finer texture). |
| High Solids |
Blue Line II
Green Line |
| Medium Solids |
Green Line II
Black Line
Lite Line |
| Low Solids |
Blue Line
Red Line |
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| A texture
formulated to have higher solids generally will have the following characteristics: |
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1. |
Easier mixing |
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2. |
More stand-out—Heavier texture pattern |
| A texture
formulated to have lower solids generally will have these characteristics: |
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1. |
More mileage |
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2. |
Less stand-out—Finer texture pattern |
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3. |
Typically more open-time |
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| Summary: |
Spraying wall
texture is much more of an art than a science. The stand-out, spray pattern, atomization,
and viscosity are ultimately controlled by each applicator, and will vary according to
the individual style and preference of the applicator.
For instance, a high solids
texture mixed thinner may have similar atomization characteristics as a low solids texture
that is sprayed thicker or with greater air pressure.
This equivalent viscosity
chart is for comparison only and does not take into account the "art" of
spraying texture associated with the individual applicator. |
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