ThermaCels - Insulating Paint Additive 1 Gallon Package

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• Question : What is the size of the ceramic microspheres?
  Answer : Each microsphere is so small that it looks like a single grain of flour (slightly thicker than a human hair).
• Question : What is the recommended number of coats for optimal results?
  Answer : We recommend at least two coats of paint containing ceramics to achieve results. More coats will produce better results.
• Question : What surfaces can the HY-TECH ceramic insulating paint additive be used on?
  Answer : It can be mixed into ANY paint, coating, or composite, including interior house paint, exterior house paint, roof paint, solvent base coating, epoxy, urethane, high temperature paint, elastomerics, mastics, etc.
• Question : Will additive make paint waterproof?
  Answer : Absolutely no effect on the permeability of paints at all. The paint will have to be the product that determines the seal/permeability. This product only improves sound blocking, thermal transfer, abrasion resistance, and things of that nature. You will want an epoxy or elastomeric type of paint rated for submersion to waterproof something. Boat bottom paint, elastomeric roof paint, something along those lines. Be sure to consider if it will need to be flexible. If flexibility is required then epoxy or bottom paint is not appropriate and you will be forced to use some sort of elastomeric type of coating.
• Question : Can i mix this with drywall mud? Or in with stucco mix?
  Answer : Absolutely yes this can be mixed with these, or any type of product into which a powder can be added. With thicker products such as drywall mud, undercoating, etc, we recommend adding 3/4 of the normal amount to begin with. This is to avoid making the product too thick. More ceramics can always be added to keep a workable viscosity of the material you are using.
• Question : I have a propane fired blacksmiths forge insulated with ceramic insulation board that reaches 2500f. Will the stuff work at that temperature?
  Answer : I would bet that if made into a slurry consistency with a sodium silicate solution (waterglass) that this could make a decent performing coating with great insulation properties.
• Question : I have a propane fridge with bad insulation. Would painting the inside walls of the fridge with this product help?
  Answer : If mixed into the proper type of paint for that temperature application, it would work. Multiple coats would have to be applied to get enough ceramics on the surface. We would highly recommend painting the outside with our RC 233 industrial product, as it was designed for applications like this.
• Question : Can you add this to a liquid rubber coating solution? (aka Rubberize it brand)
  Answer : I've used it with other roof coatings, like Black Jack, Henry's, etc. It works with most coatings. You can always contact them.
• Question : Will this make the paint slick? Will there be enough texture to walk on when it rains?
  Answer : It definitely won't make paint or surfaces slick. If you have concerns about wet walking surfaces, incorporating a non-skid additive is an option as well.
• Question : Can this product reduce the heat transfer from a concrete roof to inside my condo ceiling when this is painted interior?
  Answer : I have found it works better on the inside than outside. I have done both.
• Question : Can it help retain heat In winter months if used inside a rv
  Answer : Absolutely yes it can. Having ceramics on the interior walls and ceiling (even floors) can keep those materials from absorbing the costly warm air. The heat is kept inside the area and creates a more uniform and comfortable space. We recommend starting with a coat of Barrier Coat (on both interiors and exteriors) due to the addition of aluminum for reflecting radiant heat. Then at least two coats of paint containing ceramics over that. This gives at least 3 layers of ceramics and 1 layer of aluminum, with any additional coats providing even better benefits.
• Question : Would this be effective in reducing the temperature of a painted pool deck?
  Answer : No. The product is meant to block heat from the opposite side of the painted material not the surface of the material. Example You paint the outside of a house the inside is cooler.
• Question : Will this make flat paint look glossy, or will it retain its matte finish?
  Answer : The additive will not make the matte finish paint glossy. It will, however, give the paint a slight texture (Suede-like finish).