Formulation of Glossy Emulsion Paint

Glossy-emulsion paint was prepared using the formulations: pigment dispersion (20g), PVAc (40g), Glycol (5g), Toluence (3g) and Defoamer (5g). It was found that not only is gloss achieved using these formulations but also for maximum effects, the paint should be produced at low CPVC, high degree of pigment dispersion and enough quantity of alkyd resin incorporated. A simple designed and fabricated devices used in this measurement are called Luminometer, a type of Loxmeter that was used to monitor surface glossiness. This proved to be reliable and handy.