Cracking failure of paint films can occur in use. This test method provides a means of evaluating the degree of the failure by comparing the pictorial standards.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the evaluation of the degree of cracking of exterior paints by comparison with photographic standards.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

Other Standards

Keywords

cracking; evaluation; reference standards: Appearance of materials; Cracking--coatings; Exterior coatings; Paint testing;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 87.040 (Paints and varnishes)

Citing ASTM Standards

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