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Akzo/Sikkens Procedure

Bumper Cover Preparation PUR or PP

1. Wash cover with HOT soapy water, then rinse.

2. Clean the cover with Sikkens Anti-Static degreaser (Refer to Sikkens TDS # 6.27).

3. Sand entire cover with # 360 sand paper or red scuffing pad.

4. To ensure all mold release agent is removed, the bumper can be heated at 140° F for 45 minutes.

Allow bumper to cool completely before cleaning.

5. Clean cover with Sikkens Anti-Static degreaser.

6. Allow cover to dry 20-30 minutes.

Coating PUR (polyurethane) bumper covers

7. Apply two coats of Sikkens Plastoflex Primer allowing 5-10 minutes flash dry between coats at 70° F (20° C).

8. Allow Plastoflex Primer to dry 20 minutes at 70° F (20°C).

9. Apply appropriate top coats.

Note:
Always take into consideration local VOC regulations, flexible additives, possibly Nissan Non-Scratch Clear or any other concerns.

Coating PP (polypropylene) bumper covers


7. Apply 1 single coat of Sikkens Primer PO (Refer to Sikkens TDS # 2.5.1).

8. Allow cover to dry 10-15 minutes at 70° F (20° C).

9. Apply appropriate top coats.

Note:
Always consider local VOC regulations, flexible additives, possibly Nissan Non-Scratch Clear or any other concerns.