Aerosolized Spray Coatings

How To

Video / Tutorial

Instruction

  1. Preparation:
    • Put on required PPE.
    • Set up workspace in a designated spray booth.
      • Cover worksurface with brown craft paper.
      • Turn-on booth and wait for light to indicate the fan is running.
  2. Application:
    • Shake can for 1 – 2 minutes.
    • Always spray away from yourself and towards the exhaust.
    • Test spray on scrap material.
    • Apply paint by holding nozzle 6 – 12 inches from the surface being sprayed.
    • Spray in a steady back and forth motion.
    • Apply thin coats, letting each layer dry for at least 10 – 15 minutes before the next.
  3. Drying:
    • Let final coat dry for at least 24 hours. Read the product label for full dry time.
    • You must leave your project in the spray booth until completely dry.
      • Use the 4th booth, nearest the windows, in Gund 518 for drying.
      • Use the space under the table within the booth, in Gund L31, for drying.
  4. Finishing:
    • Clean your tools and work area immediately.
      • Invert the can and spray towards the exhaust to clear the nozzle.
    • Complete a “storage form” for you project while it is drying in the spray booth in Gund L31.
    • Store unused product in a flammables storage cabinet.
    • Dispose of waste appropriately in labeled bins.
    • Turn-off the booth if no longer in use for application or drying.

Product List

Krylon
  • 7015 Bright White Gesso
  • Colormaster Paint and Primer
  • Covermaxx Paints
  • 5054 Foam Primer
  • Fusion Paints
  • Fusion All-In-On
Rustoleum
  • Spray Enamels
  • Automobile Primer
  • 2X Ultra Cover Paints
  • Universial Paints
Liquitex
  • Professional Spray Paint
Montana Cans
  • Gold Artist
  • Black
  • Metallic
  • Hologram Glitter
  • Chalk
  • Tech
  • Effect Sprays

Montana Colors
  • 94
  • Water-Based

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Eye Protection: Chemical Goggles if there is the possibility of eye exposure
  • Respiratory Protection: Mask are recommended when spraying material
  • Hand Protection: Nitrile Gloves must be used at all times to avoide skin exposure
  • Body Covering: None required

Engineering Controls

  • Must be used in an explosion proof spray booth (Gund 518 or Gund L31).
  • Must be used near an eyewash station.

Emergency Response

  • Eye Exposure: Wash throroughly in eyewash station for at least 15 minutes.
    • Eyewash bottles are located in Gund 518.
    • An eyewash station is available in Gund L31.
  • Skin Exposure: Wash all affected areas thoroughly with soap and water
  • Ingestion/ Inhalation: Seek immediate medical attention
  • Report any incident requiring use of an eyewash or medical attention to Lab Staff as soon as possible.

Storage

  • Aerosol cans must be stored in yellow flammables storage cabinets.
    • Some cabinets are labeled for “personal” use, i.e. products are not intended for sharing.
    • Some cabinets are labeled for “shared” use, i.e. products are allowed to be shared.
  • Label cans with your name and date placed in storage, if you do not intend to share. Place product in a “personal” flammables storage cabinet.
  • Stored materials must remain cool (below 120F/ 49C).

Disposal

  • Designated aerosol waste drums are located near every GSD spray booth.
    • Use the small lid on top to open, do not un-latch the large lid.
  • Empty the can as fully as possible into the exhaust of the booth and place the empty can in the proper receptacle.
  • Never puncture the can, even when empty.
  • Plastic caps and nozzles, and brown craft paper can be recycled.
  • If any waste receptacle is full, notify Facilities.

Other Notes

  • Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.
  • Wash hands thoroughly after use.
  • Never use near an open flame or possible ignition source.
  • Always consult the Safety Data Sheet for the complete manufacturer’s recommendations before use.
  • If spraying within a booth is not possible, due to size of item or other, consult with Facilities or Lab Staff to determine if a suitable outdoor location may be made available. At minimum, this product must be used at least 25 feet from any building or other occupied space.