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| − | A registered trademark for a series of paints, primers and fixatives. In 1947, Philadelphia businessman Howard E. Kester | + | A registered trademark for a series of paints, primers and fixatives. In 1947, Philadelphia businessman Howard E. Kester founded Krylon, Inc. and in the process revolutionized the paint industry by using the new technology for aerosol cans for the application of paint ([https://www.krylon.com/en/about-us Krylon history]). Krylon clear [[acrylic resin]] aerosol was first introduced in 1948 to protect artwork and advertisements. The company soon added colored spray paints to the Krylon product line. |
| − | As of 2024, the following options are available for Krylon aerosol clear coatings: | + | As of 2024, the following options are available for Krylon aerosol clear coatings: (See also [[Coating comparison: Clear spray|Clear coating comparison]]) |
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| Workable Fixatif, 1306 | | Workable Fixatif, 1306 | ||
| − | | Polymer, | + | | Polymer, solvent mix (acetone, toluene) |
| Colorless; satin finish | | Colorless; satin finish | ||
| water | | water | ||
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| Fine Art Fixatif, 1374 | | Fine Art Fixatif, 1374 | ||
| − | | Polymer, | + | | Polymer, solvent mix (acetone, xylenes, ethyl benzene), UV stabilizer (p-chlorobenzotrifluoride) |
| Colorless; satin finish | | Colorless; satin finish | ||
| isopropyl alcohol | | isopropyl alcohol | ||
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| ACRYLI-QUIK Acrylic Lacquer Enamel/ flat gray (1318), flat brown (1317), flat black (1316), flat white (1315), flat platinum (1314) | | ACRYLI-QUIK Acrylic Lacquer Enamel/ flat gray (1318), flat brown (1317), flat black (1316), flat white (1315), flat platinum (1314) | ||
| − | | Acrylic alkyd, | + | | Acrylic alkyd, solvent mix (acetone, dimethyl carbonate, ethylbenzene, aliphatic HCs, 2-methyl-1-propanol, xylenes), pigments |
| Aerosol/ clean with lacquer thinner | | Aerosol/ clean with lacquer thinner | ||
| Touch: 12 min; Recoat: anytime | | Touch: 12 min; Recoat: anytime | ||
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| TOUGH COAT Advanced Enamel/ flat gray (8290), gloss white (9290); gloss black (7999), galvanizing gray (8290) | | TOUGH COAT Advanced Enamel/ flat gray (8290), gloss white (9290); gloss black (7999), galvanizing gray (8290) | ||
| − | | Modified alkyd, | + | | Modified alkyd, solvent mix (acetone, dimethyl carbonate, ethylbenzene, aliphatic HCs, 2-methyl-1-propanol, xylenes), pigments |
| Aerosol or liquid/ clean with mineral spirits when wet | | Aerosol or liquid/ clean with mineral spirits when wet | ||
| Touch: 30 min; Handle: 1 hour | | Touch: 30 min; Handle: 1 hour | ||
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| RUST TOUGH Acrylic Alkyd Enamel | | RUST TOUGH Acrylic Alkyd Enamel | ||
| − | | Acrylic alkyd, | + | | Acrylic alkyd, solvent mix (acetone, n-butyl acetate, ethylbenzene, aliphatic HCs, ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate, xylenes), pigments |
| − | | Aerosol or liquid/ clean with mineral | + | | Aerosol or liquid/ clean with mineral spirits when wet |
| Touch: 25 min; Handle: 1 hour | | Touch: 25 min; Handle: 1 hour | ||
| One coat (no primer needed) rust-preventive formula, excellent hiding and durability, VOC compliant | | One coat (no primer needed) rust-preventive formula, excellent hiding and durability, VOC compliant | ||
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| COLORMAXX Paint + Primer/ white (5584), red (5583), gray (5582), black (5581) | | COLORMAXX Paint + Primer/ white (5584), red (5583), gray (5582), black (5581) | ||
| − | | Modified alkyd, | + | | Modified alkyd, solvent mix (acetone, ethylbenzene aliphatic HCs, xylenes), pigments |
| Aerosol/ clean with mineral spirits | | Aerosol/ clean with mineral spirits | ||
| Touch: 10 min; Handle: 1 hour | | Touch: 10 min; Handle: 1 hour | ||
Latest revision as of 13:17, 25 July 2024
Description
A registered trademark for a series of paints, primers and fixatives. In 1947, Philadelphia businessman Howard E. Kester founded Krylon, Inc. and in the process revolutionized the paint industry by using the new technology for aerosol cans for the application of paint (Krylon history). Krylon clear Acrylic resin aerosol was first introduced in 1948 to protect artwork and advertisements. The company soon added colored spray paints to the Krylon product line.
As of 2024, the following options are available for Krylon aerosol clear coatings: (See also Clear coating comparison)
| Product name | Major components | Appearance/Color | Clean up | Dry time | Comments | Links (SDS, Oddy) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Acrylic 1301 | Paraloid B-66 (20%) | No longer available | ||||
| Artist Fixative | Cellulose nitrate | No longer available | ||||
| Clear Polyurethane, 7005 (gloss), 7006 (satin) | Polyurethane; solvent mix (acetones, aliphatic HC) | Colorless in gloss or satin | solvent | Touch: 15 min; Handle: 4 hours | Designed as water-proof coating for furniture and countertops; does not yellow; Flammable aerosol, insoluble in water | [SDS (gloss)] |
| Workable Fixatif, 1306 | Polymer, solvent mix (acetone, toluene) | Colorless; satin finish | water | n/a | Reworkable finish designed to protect soft materials such as pencil, pastels, chalk from smudging; non-wrinkling; non-yellowing | [SDS] |
| Fine Art Fixatif, 1374 | Polymer, solvent mix (acetone, xylenes, ethyl benzene), UV stabilizer (p-chlorobenzotrifluoride) | Colorless; satin finish | isopropyl alcohol | Touch: 15 min; Handle: 2 hours | Design to protect artwork from light, dust and smudging; Flammable aerosol | [SDS] |
| Matte Finish Spray coating, 1311 | Polymer; amorphous silica; solvent mix (acetone, n-butyl acetate, xylenes; ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate) | Colorless; matte finish | mineral spirits | Touch: 15 min; Handle: 15 min | Designed to be a permanent, non-gloss finish; non-yellowing; moisture-resistant; flammable aerosol; insoluble in water | [SDS] |
| Crystal Clear Acrylic coating, 1303 | Acrylic polymer; solvent mix (acetone, n-butyl acetate, ethyl benzene, xylenes) | Colorless; gloss finish | mineral spirits | Touch: 10 min; Handle: 2 hours | Designed to provide a permanent protective finish that is moisture-resistant and smudge proof; non-yellowing; Aerosol, flammable, insoluble in water | [SDS], [product tested 2015] |
| ColorMaxx Crystal Clear coating, 5515 (gloss), 5562 (satin), 5547 (flat) | Polymer;solvent mix (acetone, n-butyl acetate, xylenes; naphtha, ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate, ethyl benzene) | Colorless; gloss finish | mineral spirits | listed as fast drying | Designed to provide excellent adhesion and durability; non-yellowing; Aerosol, flammable, insoluble in water | [SDS(gloss)] |
| UV Archival Varnish, 1375 (gloss), 1377 (satin), 1378 (matte) | Polymer; solvent mix (aliphatic HCs, acetone, di-isobutyl ketone, aromatic naptha, Stoddard, solvent, naphthalene, trimethyl benzene); HALS and UV stabilizers | Colorless; gloss, satin or matte finish | mineral spirits | Touch: 10 min; Handle: 2 hours | Designed to provide maximum UV protection; Aerosol, flammable, insoluble in water | [SDS(gloss)] |
| Color Master, Flat Crystal Clear Spray Paint, 3430 | does not appear in the Krylon website |
As of 2024, the following options are available for Krylon spray paint/primer:
| Product name/ primer colors (numbers) | Major components | Application/clean-up | Dry time | Comments | Links (SDS, Oddy) |
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| ACRYLI-QUIK Acrylic Lacquer Enamel/ flat gray (1318), flat brown (1317), flat black (1316), flat white (1315), flat platinum (1314) | Acrylic alkyd, solvent mix (acetone, dimethyl carbonate, ethylbenzene, aliphatic HCs, 2-methyl-1-propanol, xylenes), pigments | Aerosol/ clean with lacquer thinner | Touch: 12 min; Recoat: anytime | High solids, fast-drying times; good protection and durability, VOC compliant | [SDS (black)], [5 products tested 2017,2018,2019] |
| TOUGH COAT Advanced Enamel/ flat gray (8290), gloss white (9290); gloss black (7999), galvanizing gray (8290) | Modified alkyd, solvent mix (acetone, dimethyl carbonate, ethylbenzene, aliphatic HCs, 2-methyl-1-propanol, xylenes), pigments | Aerosol or liquid/ clean with mineral spirits when wet | Touch: 30 min; Handle: 1 hour | Enamel paint/primer with very good adhesion, durability and coverage, rust and corrosion protection; insoluble in water, VOC compliant | [SDS (gray)], [product tested 2019] |
| RUST TOUGH Acrylic Alkyd Enamel | Acrylic alkyd, solvent mix (acetone, n-butyl acetate, ethylbenzene, aliphatic HCs, ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate, xylenes), pigments | Aerosol or liquid/ clean with mineral spirits when wet | Touch: 25 min; Handle: 1 hour | One coat (no primer needed) rust-preventive formula, excellent hiding and durability, VOC compliant | [SDS (white)] |
| COLORMAXX Paint + Primer/ white (5584), red (5583), gray (5582), black (5581) | Modified alkyd, solvent mix (acetone, ethylbenzene aliphatic HCs, xylenes), pigments | Aerosol/ clean with mineral spirits | Touch: 10 min; Handle: 1 hour | Excellent adhesion and durability; corrosion protection, fast drying, insoluble in water | [SDS (white)] |
| TOUGH COAT QUIK-DRY Alkyd Enamel/ black (780113), white (780404), clear (787253) | Modified alkyd; solvent mix (xylenes, toluene, ethylbenzene, aromatic HCs, trimethyl benzenes, naphtha) pigments | Liquid | Touch: 5-10 min; Handle: 10-15 min: Recoat: 30 min | Corrosion resistant, high gloss, durable finish, resists chipping and peeling | [SDS (black)] |
| IRON GUARD Water-Based Acrylic Enamel/ red (1801), gray (1802), white (1803) | Acrylic; propylene glycol, water, pigments | Liquid/clean with soap and water | Touch: 15-30 min; Handle: 1-2 hours; Recoat: 4 hrs | High gloss, waterborne, corrosion resistant, excellent adhesion; low VOC; moisture resistant | [SDS (black)], [3 products test 2019] |
Risks
- Aerosol sprays are flammable
- Most paints contain organic solvents
Resources and Citations
- Krylon: Website
- Conservation Materials Ltd., Conservation Materials Ltd., Catalog