IKEA Switched

"Water-based = weak." "It can’t handle real metalwork." "The shine fades faster."

Let’s vaporize these myths with blowtorch-level facts:

Myth 1: “Water-Based Metallics Lack Durability”

• Reality: BMW uses water-based metallics on brake calipers. Why?
• Advanced Resins: Acrylic-polyurethane hybrids form molecular bonds with metal, resisting chipping better than solvent alternatives (per GME 60260 abrasion tests).

UV Stability: Nano-aluminum flakes reflect light without oxidizing – maintaining reflectivity 4x longer (Florida exposure studies).

Myth 2: “Application is a Nightmare”

1. Reality: With proper surface prep:
2. Clean: Degrease with alkaline wash (NO acids!)
3. Etch: Use zirconium-based conversion coatings (chromate-free)

Spray: HVLP guns at 40-60 PSI (same as solvents)

Pro Tip: Add 5-10% glycol ethers in humid conditions to prevent blushing.

Myth 3: “Color Options Are Limited”

Reality: From rose gold medical devices to gunmetal-gray robotics arms, digital pigment labs create any metallic effect. Luxury yacht brand Sunseeker even matches 24k gold leaf!