Advice on paint defects

Water Marking

Definition

Water Spotting normally appears as light, whitish circular spots on the paint surface caused by the drying of a solution of water combined with mineral salts. The inner areas are normally intact, whilst the outer edge are often slightly raised.

10 x magnification Scale 1:1

Causes

  1. Insufficient drying of fresh paintwork prior to being left in the rain.
  2. Poor drying of paint due to thick coat application. 
  3. Incorrect hardener or quantity of hardener.

How to avoid

Ensure all fresh paints are applied using correct hardener, correct mixing ratio and the number of coats (film thickness) is correct and not excessive.

Repair

If the damage is minor, first try washing with clean water; if this does not cure the problem polish with Glasurit Fine Polishing Paste 562-1602 and finish with any standard deep gloss polish. For severe damage, sand the surface, ensure it is thoroughly cured (see chapter "Solvent Test") and repaint.