Fast-dry, low-VOC, water-based protection for metal.
The 3800 System DTM Acrylic Enamel is a fast-drying, water-based, low-VOC acrylic finish for interior and exterior direct-to-metal applications where speed and low odour matter.
Problems it solves
- Occupied buildings where solvent odour is unacceptable
- Tight maintenance windows needing fast recoat
- General metal maintenance painting
Where it's used
Technical data
Everything technical for 3800 DTM Acrylic Enamel, in one place. Jump straight to what you need.
Quick specs
- Type
- Single-pack water-based DTM acrylic enamel
- Substrates
- Prepared steel, galvanised, aluminium
- Clean-up
- Water
- Finish
- Satin / gloss
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