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  • Water white and non-yellowing
  • Post-cat technology and performance
  • Meets AWI TR-6 performance standards for chemical and moisture resistance
  • 42% solids -- just 2 coats will build an excellent finish
  • HAPs compliant -- ultra low in formaldehyde
  • Low VOC -- less than 560 grams per liter
  • Self-sealing formula with outstanding sanding properties
  • Excellent adhesion on both closed and open grain substrate
  • Excellent mar and scratch resistance
  • Exceptional durability and resistance to water and household chemicals
  • Application-friendly -- can be applied with conventional, airless, air- assisted airless or HVLP spray equipment
  • Can be force-dried at 100°F to 150°F to speed the cure cycle
  • Fast dry -- dries faster than most conversion varnishes for fast "stack and pack"
  • Available in gloss, semi-gloss and satin lusters. Can intermix to vary lusters
  • Meets KCMA moisture resistance standards

KrystalŪ Products/Test and Performance Specifications

KRYSTAL has undergone rigorous quality testing to verify\r\nfinishing and application characteristics. The M.L. Campbell laboratory has\r\nformulated KRYSTAL to meet or exceed the required performance levels\r\nestablished by KCMA for finishes. KRYSTAL meets the AWI performance\r\nstandards TR-2,TR-4 and TR-6 for chemical and moisture resistance.

KRYSTAL is not a urethane coating. KRYSTAL has been tested utilizing the following ASTM and KCMA test methods: 1= poor, 5= excellent

Hot/Cold Check Resistance
Purpose: Test the ability of the finish to withstand hot and cold cycles for prolonged periods. Passes 20 cycles.

Cross Hatch
Purpose: Test the ability of the finish to adhere to various substrates and/or finishes. Rating of 5 (excellent).

Blocking
Purpose: Test the ability of the finish to withstand any finish defects from stacking or packing after 4-hour drying time. Rating of 4+(very good).

Print Test
Purpose: Test the ability of the finish to be print-resistant. Slight print after 24-hour drying time (very good).

Wet Heat Resistance
Purpose: Test the ability of the finish to withstand high wet heat for long periods. Rating of 4 (very good).

Edge Soak
Purpose: Test a coating's ability to perform in relation to a coated cabinet door's resistance to detergent and water. Passes.

Chemical Resistance

HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
Purpose: Test the ability of the finish to withstand substances typically found in kitchens and bathrooms.

Water (24 hrs.)............................ no effect
Ethanol/Water (24 hrs.)................ no effect
Coffee (24 hrs.)............................ no effect
Tea (24 hrs.)............................... no effect
Mustard (24 hrs.)......................... slight stain
Ketchup (24 hrs.)......................... no effect
Vinegar (24 hrs.).......................... no effect
Bleach (24 hrs.)........................... no effect
Glass Cleaner (24 hrs.)................ no effect
Liquid Floor Cleaner (24 hrs.)........ no effect
Grape Juice (24 hrs.)................... no effect
Olive Oil (24 hrs.)......................... no effect
Detergent Solution (24 hrs.).......... no effect
Ethanol/Water (1 hr.)................... no effect
Mustard (1 hr.)............................ no effect
Liquid Floor Cleaner (1 hr.)........... no effect
Acetone (2 mins.)........................ no effect
MEK (200 + double rubs)............. no effect