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what does HS/MS mean when it comes to paint?

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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 08:45 PM
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as above, someone did tell me before what it means but forgot,
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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 08:57 PM
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hs = high solid ms = medium solid
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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by botters
hs = high solid ms = medium solid
yes i no that be whats deff from hs/ms?
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Old Jun 28, 2010 | 09:38 PM
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its the amount of solids or resins in the paint high solids are generally in the better paints and will give a better finish if used correctly but even the pros can struggle with this, medium solids if used right can give just as good of a finish and are less likely to give runs
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High solids will be over 45% pigment content....Medium Will be 30-44%
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