No, it’s a water-based product.

bp-COR is similar to a water-based varnish, but has different application characteristics, a different drying speed and when used with corten steel, delivers improved sealing characteristics.

No, if the product is applied undiluted, it has greater hardness and durability, especially if you are going to apply stop-bath as the final layer.

This is not its intended usage; bp-COR is a water-based product and because of this, can leave small oxide particles during the drying and sealing processes.

Using stop bath as a finishing product (i.e. the final layer) can allow the treated metal to be installed in areas exposed to rain and temperature ranges of between 40-50° C and it will still be in good condition five years later.

Yes, there are different application techniques, either using a roller, a gun (turbine) or a sponge. There are courses available that provide instructions on how to apply the products. Specifically, training on how to correctly apply bp-COR, is among the most recommended.

Depending on whether the steel you are treating is located outside or inside, applying varnishes gives an “extra” to the final finish. In interior applications, varnishes will produce a finish with different shades; outdoors, the varnishes will add hardness to the stop-bath layer.

Yes, it can make a big difference. This is due to the fact on vertical surfaces, the rain drops will leave marks and, more importantly, once dry, will results in areas with rust entrainment and be more exposed. It is not advisable to apply bp-COR if rain is likely during its application. The metal to be treated must be completely dry and remain free from moisture.

This action should always be done by opening the pores of the product already applied, by sanding the surface using a fine grain abrasive and applying the product, if possible, diluted with water (50%).

It is difficult to give a precise answer, as it would be necessary to carry out multiple tests with the various products that are available. We focus on making these tests between our own products. Therefore we do not recommend using other manufacturer’s products in combination with our own.