Glossary of Terms

Unsure about a technical term, looking for a solution for a common finishing problem or easy-to-follow instructions on techniques? Our troubleshooting guide is here for you!

Glossary of Terms

Unsure about a technical term, looking for a solution for a common finishing problem or easy-to-follow instructions on techniques? Our troubleshooting guide is here for you!
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Mar Resistance

Ability of the dry film to resist scratching.

Masstone

A full strength color. The hue of a color not toned with white or black.

MEK Rubs

A way of determining solvent resistance and extent of cure by rubbing the surface of a coating with a cloth laden with methyl ethyl ketone.

Metamerism

The characteristic of a color which enables it to appear differently under various types of lighting.

Mil

1/1,000th of an inch.

Mileage

The number of pieces or the square feet which are able to be coated by 1 gallon of material at a specific coating depth in mils.

Monomer

A small reactive molecule which chemically bonds to form a polymer.

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