New Products
Sherwin-Williams Polysiloxane 1K
extends maintenance cycles
Sherwin-Williams’ new Polysiloxane 1K.
Sherwin-Williams has introduced Polysiloxane 1K, a single-component polysiloxane finish coat that provides superior weathering and chemical resistance
compared to typical polyurethanes,
according to the company. Polysiloxane
1K is an ideal steel coating choice for
maintenance or new construction
applications in the petrochemical,
power generation, marine and general industrial markets. Fast-drying
Polysiloxane 1K utilizes a patented
Sherwin-Williams resin and cures
with a reaction from atmospheric
humidity. It offers low VOCs (<250
g/L), is HAPs-free and isocyanate-free. Polysiloxane is available in an
Extra White base that can be tinted.
It provides protection in a recommended range of 1.5 to 2.5 mils DFT.
Application can take place in temperatures as low as 40º F and up to 90
percent relative humidity. It dries to
touch within two hours at 77º F and
can be recoated within four hours.
MURALO’S 563 PRIMER
NOW HAS NO VOCS.
Muralo’s 563 interior and exterior
primer has been reformulated to meet
the growing market demand for high-
performance eco-friendly products.
This reformulation combines new
green technology with 563’s time-
tested features. Formulated with no
harmful solvents, 563 is a water-
based latex, based on a sustainable
chemistry technology. It meets or
exceeds Green Seal and LEED green
building requirements. This fast dry-
ing, virtually odorless, zero VOC
primer/sealer is specified for space
that is occupied during painting. It’s
also ideal for nursing homes, schools,
babies’ rooms and health care facili-
ties, as well as the hotel/motel indus-
tries. 563 is recommended for use on
all new or old interior surfaces and
previously painted exterior surfaces
in sound condition. It’s especially
effective on porous and uneven sub-
Muralo has reintroduced its 563 Painters
Primer with a new zero VOC formula.
strates such as drywall, tape joints,
plaster and plastered spots. 563 is
suitable for use under oil, alkyd or
latex topcoats. 563 Painters Primer is
certified by Coatings Research Group,
Incorporated to meet environmentally determined performance standards
established by CRGI’s ISO-accredited
facility for specific product types and
to meet or exceed the VOC requirements of LEED for most paint and
coatings applications.
SANSIN’S LOW VOC
2-COAT DEC STAIN
Sansin Corporation has introduced its
2-Coat DEC Formula, a new formulation for deep penetrating, lasting protection of wood decks with less product
required. Sansin 2-Coat DEC is an
environmentally-friendly wood stain
