Vacuum Blasting A shot blasting apparatus that has a vacuum attachment that removes the dust and debris during the blasting operation. This is the preferred surface preparation method. See “Shot Blast” Vapor Barrier See Vapor Retarder Vapor Retarder A material … Continue reading →

Walnut Shell Black walnut shells crushed to provide a hard non-mineral aggregate. Used in conductive troweled systems because of its non-sparking ability. Wash Primer A thin paint, usually a chromate, designed to promote adhesion or to be used as a … Continue reading →

Xylene (Xylol) – A flammable aromatic hydrocarbon solvent used in epoxies and fast drying alkyds

Zinc Dust – Finely divided zinc metal used as a pigment in protective coatings. Zinc Phospho Oxide A rust inhibitive pigment. Zinc Rich Primer An anti-corrosion primer for iron and steel incorporating zinc dust in a concentration sufficient to provide … Continue reading →