PPG refinish has issued some useful advice on the correct storage and transportation of waterborne basecoats.

The company says that keeping waterborne basecoats at optimum temperature is key to achieving a successful application and a high standard of overall finish. To make sure this advanced product maintains its performance, the temperature should be between 15°C-25°C, however ideal conditions are between 20°C-25°C.

When storing the product, it needs to be kept off the floor, away from concrete walls and away from heat sources. This is important for storage in both the bodyshop and the paint distributor.

PPG advises that if the temperature in the paint storage room drops below 4⁰C there is a possibility that the paint may become unusable. The low temperature may cause the paint to crystalise and affect colour formulations.

PPG also says that distributors transporting waterborne products should also recognise temperatures of 4°C or below require temperature controlled transportation.

It is also recommended that a strict stock rotation policy is put in place in relation to waterborne basecoats with first in, first out (FIFO) stock management employed together with suitable temperature control.