FULLY ACCEPTED . . . FULLY AVAILABLE I N ALL G R A D E S ! National Lead Company's use o f Glycerine for making synthetic resins date* back over 35 >rears. Todayr, Glyc erine-derived alkydis play an important p-art i n man/ of N a t i o n a l Lead's familiar "Dutch Boy" paints. They're used in exterior finishes, such asquick-dryincji enam els for sash a n d trim, and also in enamels a n d flat paint for interior us>«.
For years, leading manufacturers of household and industrial finishes have fa vored Glycerine for making alkyd resins. Why? Because Glycerine-derived alkytls give them excellent package stability . . . improved water resistance.. . outstand ing durability. Glycerine-derived alkyds improve color retention and film toughness in airdrying coatings for metal equipment. They contribute flexibility and adhesion to baking finishes—where their compatibility with other resins like ureas and melammes is essential. Glycerine is also preferred in resin-making because of its better cooking qualities. With Glycerine, manufacture of alkyd resins is easily controlled to give a product of low acid number, without undue hazard of gelation. If you'd like detailed information on the chemical and physical properties of Glycerine, write for your copy of "Why Glycerine for Alkyd Resins and Ester Gums?"
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