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Technical Glossary

Definitive concepts, acronyms, and technical definitions in our industry.

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Tack Coat

A thin, sticky intermediate coat applied to improve adhesion between layers, often used on glossy surfaces or when recoating after extended periods. It dries to a tacky state before the next coat.

Tinting

The process of adding colorant to base paint to achieve a desired color, performed at the store using computerized dispensers for accuracy.