Product Description - Color Coatings (CC-1 through CC-14)
Our color coatings are a water-based, pigmented resin designed for both
spray and rub-on applications on a wide range of leather types. They have been engineered for maximum
flexibility and extension, and have good adhesive and cohesive properties. They are intended for use
on most upholstery-grade leathers, including furniture and automotive applications.
The pigment-to-binder ratio in all of our color
coatings is the same. However, the particulate size of each individual pigment varies, so the coverage
per coat varies as well from color to color. A general rule of thumb is that as the chroma (purity or
intensity) of the color increases, the pigment size diminishes, and the coverage is reduced. The
following table outlines the coverage of our individual colors.
| High-coverage Colors |
Medium-coverage Colors |
Lower-coverage Colors |
CC-1 Black
CC-2 White
CC-7 Yellow Oxide
CC-9 Red Oxide
CC-14 HC Brown |
CC-6 Medium Yellow
CC-8 Orange
CC-10 Red
CC-12 Burgundy |
CC-3 Blue
CC-4 Green
CC-5 Organic Yellow
CC-11 Violet
CC-13 Organic Brown |
High and medium coverage colors would be used
for a base-match, and lower coverage colors would be used for tinting.
Our color coatings need to be
top-coated (a clear top-coat applied) subsequent to application. Besides determining the
final sheen (reflective value) of the area to which it is applied, the top-coat provides the
bulk of the chemical- and wear-resistance for that area.
Application Methods and Recommendations
Our color coatings can be applied directly to
the leather surface by sponge or brush (usually as a first coat, to enhance adhesion), or can be
sprayed on, using an air-brush or HVLP spray system, depending on the scope of application.
Once applied, colors can air-dry (oxidation), or can be
force-cured using a heat-gun or radiant heat source. Oxidation curing times will be dictated by ambient
issues such as temperature or humidity.
As with most finish mediums, colors should
be well-shaken and filtered prior to application.
All colors are water-based and non-toxic, though
proper ventilation and safety measures are recommended. MSDS can be made available on request.
For additional technical information or support, please call (800) 541-5982,
or e-mail
jmurray@advleather.com.
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