4.1 Each of the properties listed should be considered in selecting materials for specific projects. A list of the selected properties with limiting values assigned will form a part of the product specification.

4.2 All of the properties may not be pertinent in any specific situation, and all of the tests outlined may not be required. A condition to any specification must be an evaluation of the proposed use to determine which properties may be required.

4.3 Membrane reinforcements are frequently specified and used with mastics and coatings. Service properties of such systems of finishes may be different from the unreinforced finishes; therefore, it is essential to test specimens of the reinforced system.

1.1 This guide identifies properties of mastics and coating finishes characterizing their performance as finishes for thermal insulation.

1.2 These properties relate to application and service. Each property is defined, and its significance and suggested test methods are described.

1.3 The properties appear in the following order in this guide.

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Application Properties

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Consistency

6.1

Coverage

6.2

Build

6.3

Wet Flammability

6.4

Toxicity

6.5

Temperature and Humidity Range

6.6

Surface Wetting and Adhesion

6.7

Gap Filling and Bridging

6.8

Sizing and Sealing

6.9

Corrosion or Solvent Attack

6.10

Drying Time and Curing Time

6.11

Shrinkage

6.12

Storage Stability

6.13

Freeze-Thaw Stability

6.14

Service Properties

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Specimen Preparation

7.1

Outdoor Durability

7.2

Environmental Resistance

7.3

  Temperature Limits

7.3.1

  Chemicals and Water Resistance

7.3.2

  Mold and Mildew Resistance

7.3.3

Surface Flammability

7.4

Water-Vapor Transmission Rate

7.5

Adhesion

7.6

Damage Resistance

7.7

  Impact Resistance

7.7.1

  Abrasion Resistance

7.7.2

Stress Resistance

7.8

  Flexure

7.8.1

  Elongation

7.8.2

Color

7.9

Odor

7.10

Other Properties

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1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.