ASTM D5069/D5069M-13(2019)
(Practice)Standard Practice for Preparation of Paint-Roller Covers for Evaluation of Architectural Coatings
Standard Practice for Preparation of Paint-Roller Covers for Evaluation of Architectural Coatings
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 Until a paint-roller cover is saturated with paint, only part of the paint loaded onto the paint-roller cover can be transferred to a surface being painted. The remainder of the paint is absorbed into the fabric of the paint-roller cover. The amount of paint absorbed by a paint-roller cover is inversely proportional to the amount already present within the paint-roller cover. By saturating the paint-roller cover before testing, quantitative inaccuracies of the amount of paint delivered to a surface are eliminated.
4.1.1 Using a saturated paint-roller cover enables the user to apply paint at controllable spreading rates.
4.1.2 Using a saturated paint-roller cover affords reproducibility, when repeating a test.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice covers the preparation or breaking-in of paint-roller covers for evaluation.
1.2 This practice is applicable to paint-roller covers having nap lengths up to 13 mm [1/2 in.]. Longer pile rollers can be adapted.
1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Sep-2019
- Technical Committee
- D01 - Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications
- Drafting Committee
- D01.61 - Paint Application Tools
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2011
- Effective Date
- 01-Feb-2005
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-1996
Overview
ASTM D5069/D5069M-13(2019) is the internationally recognized standard practice for the preparation, or "breaking-in," of paint-roller covers prior to the evaluation of architectural coatings. Published by ASTM International, this standard ensures the consistent and reproducible saturation of paint-roller covers, which is critical for obtaining accurate and comparable results when testing coatings like paints and varnishes. The procedure outlined in ASTM D5069/D5069M is applicable to roller covers with nap lengths up to 13 mm (1/2 inch), ensuring robust performance across most typical architectural applications.
Proper preparation of paint-roller covers eliminates variability in paint delivery, allowing reliable assessment of product performance. This practice is essential for laboratories, manufacturers, and quality assurance teams evaluating coating properties such as coverage, film appearance, and spreading rates.
Key Topics
- Paint-Roller Cover Saturation: This standard explains how to thoroughly load the roller cover with paint using repetitive strokes until it reaches full saturation. This "break-in" process ensures all fibers are evenly coated and maximizes the accuracy of subsequent evaluations.
- Controllable Spreading Rates: By using a saturated roller cover, testers achieve consistent paint application, which is vital for reproducibility and data integrity.
- Test Reproducibility: Consistently prepared roller covers ensure that results of coating evaluations are reliable and repeatable, minimizing test-to-test variability.
- Applicable Roller Types: The practice applies to most paint rollers with nap lengths up to 13 mm, but can be adapted for longer piles.
- Dual Unit Systems: The standard allows for use of either SI units or inch-pound units, but not interchangeably, enhancing compatibility for global users.
- Responsibility for Safety: While procedural details are provided, safety, health, and environmental precautions must be determined and followed by the user.
Applications
ASTM D5069/D5069M-13(2019) is widely used in:
- Coating Evaluation Laboratories: For preparing rollers prior to comparative testing or quality control evaluations of paints and architectural coatings.
- Paint and Coating Manufacturers: To ensure uniformity in product testing protocols and to assess new product formulations under controlled and repeatable conditions.
- Specification and Compliance Testing: When third parties or clients require documented testing procedures that reference internationally accepted standards.
- Academic and Research Institutions: During studies involving paint application methods, coverage, or the development of new roller technologies.
- Quality Assurance Programs: As part of routine checks to verify that coating materials meet specified performance criteria.
By preparing roller covers to a standardized level of paint saturation, stakeholders can confidently compare data and reliably measure product attributes such as coverage rate, finish, and application characteristics.
Related Standards
Those working with ASTM D5069/D5069M may also find the following related ASTM standards of interest:
- ASTM D3924: Specification for Standard Environment for Conditioning and Testing Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related Materials (Withdrawn 2016) - referenced for maintaining consistent test environments.
- ASTM D3272: Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Chalking of Exterior Paint Films.
- ASTM D3359: Standard Test Methods for Rating Adhesion by Tape Test.
- ASTM D823: Standard Practices for Producing Films of Uniform Thickness of Paint, Varnish, and Related Products on Test Panels.
For more details or to purchase the official standards, visit ASTM International.
Keywords: ASTM D5069, paint-roller cover preparation, architectural coating evaluation, reproducible paint testing, roller break-in procedure, standardized paint application, coating quality control.
Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM D5069/D5069M-13(2019) is a standard published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Practice for Preparation of Paint-Roller Covers for Evaluation of Architectural Coatings". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 Until a paint-roller cover is saturated with paint, only part of the paint loaded onto the paint-roller cover can be transferred to a surface being painted. The remainder of the paint is absorbed into the fabric of the paint-roller cover. The amount of paint absorbed by a paint-roller cover is inversely proportional to the amount already present within the paint-roller cover. By saturating the paint-roller cover before testing, quantitative inaccuracies of the amount of paint delivered to a surface are eliminated. 4.1.1 Using a saturated paint-roller cover enables the user to apply paint at controllable spreading rates. 4.1.2 Using a saturated paint-roller cover affords reproducibility, when repeating a test. SCOPE 1.1 This practice covers the preparation or breaking-in of paint-roller covers for evaluation. 1.2 This practice is applicable to paint-roller covers having nap lengths up to 13 mm [1/2 in.]. Longer pile rollers can be adapted. 1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined. 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 Until a paint-roller cover is saturated with paint, only part of the paint loaded onto the paint-roller cover can be transferred to a surface being painted. The remainder of the paint is absorbed into the fabric of the paint-roller cover. The amount of paint absorbed by a paint-roller cover is inversely proportional to the amount already present within the paint-roller cover. By saturating the paint-roller cover before testing, quantitative inaccuracies of the amount of paint delivered to a surface are eliminated. 4.1.1 Using a saturated paint-roller cover enables the user to apply paint at controllable spreading rates. 4.1.2 Using a saturated paint-roller cover affords reproducibility, when repeating a test. SCOPE 1.1 This practice covers the preparation or breaking-in of paint-roller covers for evaluation. 1.2 This practice is applicable to paint-roller covers having nap lengths up to 13 mm [1/2 in.]. Longer pile rollers can be adapted. 1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined. 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM D5069/D5069M-13(2019) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 87.100 - Paint coating equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM D5069/D5069M-13(2019) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D5069/D5069M-13, ASTM D3924-16, ASTM D3924-80(2011), ASTM D3924-80(2005), ASTM D3924-80(1996). Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: D5069/D5069M − 13 (Reapproved 2019)
Standard Practice for
Preparation of Paint-Roller Covers for Evaluation of
Architectural Coatings
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D5069/D5069M; the number immediately following the designation indicates the
year of original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last
reapproval. A superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 3. Summary of Practice
3.1 Using the paint chosen for the evaluation, the paint-
1.1 This practice covers the preparation or breaking-in of
paint-roller covers for evaluation. roller cover to be tested is repeatedly and generously loaded
with paint and painted out over the same area until it is
1.2 This practice is applicable to paint-roller covers having
saturated with paint, that is, the paint-roller cover cannot pick
nap lengths up to 13 mm [ ⁄2 in.]. Longer pile rollers can be
up any more paint, nor apply any more paint to the area being
adapted.
used for break-in.
1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units
4. Significance and Use
are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in
each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to
4.1 Until a paint-roller cover is saturated with paint, only
ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be
part of the paint loaded onto the paint-roller cover can be
used independently of the other, and values from the two
transferred to a surface being painted. The remainder of the
systems shall not be combined.
paint is absorbed into the fabric of the paint-roller cover. The
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the amount of paint absorbed by a paint-roller cover is inversely
proportional to the amount already present within the paint-
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro- roller cover. By saturating the paint-roller cover before testing,
quantitative inaccuracies of the amount of paint delivered to a
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. surface are eliminated.
4.1.1 Using a saturated paint-roller cover enables the user to
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
apply paint at controllable spreading rates.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
4.1.2 Using a saturated paint-roller cover affords
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
reproducibility, when repeating a test.
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
5. Apparatus
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
5.1 Paint Tray.
2. Referenced Documents
5.2 Paint Roller Frame, of the same size as the paint-roller
cover being prepared.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D3924 Specification for Standard Environment for Condi-
6. Materials
tioning and Testing Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related
6.1 Paint, to be used in test.
Materials (Withdrawn 2016)
6.2 Primed or Smooth Surface, to be used for the roller-
cover break-in.
This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D01 on Paint and
7. Procedure
Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications and is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee D01.61 on Paint Application Tools.
7.1 All tests are to be conducted in an atmosphere having a
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