WT-DIRECT Spraychrom System Component – Colorless Silver Protective Lacquer
Toning base • Silver protection • Bonding agent
The colorless, tintable, and adhesion-promoting silver protective lacquer is a functional system coating for the spray chrome plating process. It protects the sensitive silver surface, serves as a tintable base for colored glazes , and ensures adhesion for the final clear coat .
No transparent clear coat, no neutral sealer. Designed exclusively as a tintable base – do not use untinted .
Important application note
⚠ Do not use uncolored
This silver protective lacquer must be tinted with suitable spray chrome color glazes before application. Application without tinting is not permitted.
Why this silver protective lacquer?
- Silver protection: reduces reaction, graying and dissolution of the silver surface
- Tinting base: Color glazes are mixed directly into the protective varnish.
- Adhesion promoter: adhesion-active intermediate coating for the final clear coat
- Homogeneous color distribution and controllable color effects
- High process reliability and clean appearance
- Optimally matched to WT-DIRECT spray chrome systems
Areas of application
- Spray chrome and silver coatings
- Colored chrome and mirror effects (tinting via colored glazes)
- Adhesive intermediate coating before high-gloss topcoat
- Plastic, metal and painted surfaces (system-dependent)
Function in the layer structure
- Stabilizes and protects the silver surface
- Binds and distributes colored glazes evenly
- Ensures secure adhesion of the final clear coat.
- Supports a long-lasting, brilliant spray chrome finish.
Application (Summary)
- Rinse the silver coating thoroughly and allow it to dry.
- Mix the colored glazes homogeneously into the colorless silver protective varnish.
- Apply evenly (e.g., in a cross-shaped pattern, avoid flooding)
- Allow to vent according to system specifications.
- Apply the final clear coat directly (usually without intermediate sanding)
Mandatory notice
The silver protective lacquer is not suitable for application in its uncolored state . Mixing ratios and application parameters depend on the desired color effect and system structure. A test area must be prepared before series application.
Conclusion
Protect silver, control color, securely bond final clear coat.
Three functions in one step. Always color-coded – never uncolored.
FAQ
What is the purpose of the silver protective lacquer?
Protection of the silver coating, tinting base for color glazes and adhesion promoter for the final clear coat.
Can the paint be used uncolored?
No. It is designed as a tinting base that requires coloring.
How is it mixed?
Colored glazes are mixed directly into the colorless silver protective varnish.
Is intermediate sanding necessary before applying the final clear coat?
Not usually.
How do I control the color intensity?
Regarding the dosage of the color glazes in the silver protective varnish. A sample area is recommended.