Will degreaser affect painted surfaces?

Degreasers may affect painted surfaces, depending on factors such as the composition of the degreaser, how it is used, and the type and quality of paint. Here are some possible effects:

Dissolve or soften paint

If the degreaser contains strong solvent components, such as ketones, esters, aromatic hydrocarbons, etc., it may interact with the resin, solvent and other components in the paint, causing the paint to dissolve, soften or peel. Especially for some solvent-intolerant paint varieties, such as ordinary alkyd paint, they are more susceptible to the influence of the solvent in the degreaser.

Destroy the gloss and color of paint

Even if the degreaser does not directly dissolve the paint, it may affect the gloss and color of the paint surface. The degreaser may react chemically with additives, pigments, etc. on the paint surface, causing the paint to lose its gloss, become dull, or change color. For example, some degreasers containing alkaline ingredients may react with certain pigments in the paint, causing color changes.

Affects paint adhesion

If the degreaser remains on the paint surface, it may affect the adhesion between the paint and the substrate. The residual degreaser may form a barrier between the paint and the substrate, reducing the adhesion of the paint to the substrate and making the paint more likely to fall off. In addition, if the degreaser is not completely dry on the paint surface before subsequent painting or use, it may also affect the adhesion between the new coating and the old coating.

In order to avoid adverse effects of degreasing agents on the painted surface, when using degreasing agents, try to choose products with good compatibility with paints and operate according to the requirements of the product manual. Before degreasing the painted surface, first conduct a small area test in an inconspicuous area to observe whether there are any adverse reactions. After confirming that there are no problems, proceed to a large area. After treatment, rinse with clean water in time and ensure that the surface is completely dry.