One of the most important considerations in DEFINING the end use performance is weatherability. Outdoor exposure results in absorption of ultraviolet energy. This energy can attack the organic binder and result in gloss loss and color change. Due to a tendency to chalk, epoxies and epoxy CONTAINING hybrids are generally not recommended for outdoor use when aesthetics is a primary concern. Polyesters and ACRYLICS on the other hand provide excellent UV LIGHT stability and typically find use in ARCHITECTURAL, automotive, lawn and garden as well as outdoor furniture markets.

One of the most important considerations in defining the end use performance is weatherability. Outdoor exposure results in absorption of ultraviolet energy. This energy can attack the organic binder and result in gloss loss and color change. Due to a tendency to chalk, epoxies and epoxy containing hybrids are generally not recommended for outdoor use when aesthetics is a primary concern. Polyesters and acrylics on the other hand provide excellent UV light stability and typically find use in architectural, automotive, lawn and garden as well as outdoor furniture markets.