High Performance Quick Dry Alkyd Enamel – Gloss (HP2300)

Description

Rapid-Curing Protective Coating for Industrial Turnaround

Benjamin Moore® High Performance Quick Dry Alkyd Enamel Gloss (HP2300) is the ultimate choice when project speed and rugged durability are equally critical. This single-component, solvent-borne enamel levels beautifully to create a tough, high-gloss shield that guards metal and wood surfaces against weathering, corrosion, and heavy daily abuse.

Best Used For:

• Fast-paced commercial maintenance and facility shutdowns
• Industrial machinery, storage tanks, and manufacturing equipment
• Interior/exterior metal doors, door frames, safety railings, and piping
• High-traffic steel structures and architectural ironwork
• Properly prepared interior/exterior wood trim, shutters, and wood floors

Key Benefits & Features:

• 30-Minute Dry Window: Uniquely formulated to dry to the touch in half an hour, preventing bugs, dust, and debris from ruining the wet paint film.
• Exceptional High-Gloss Sheen: Creates a brilliant, reflective, non-porous surface that easily sheds water, oils, and grease while standing up to scrubbing.
• Direct-to-Metal (DTM) Protection: Inhibits rust and seals out moisture, acting as a self-priming topcoat over cleaned ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Forgiving Leveling & Flow: Retains excellent application flow despite its fast-drying nature, leaving a factory-smooth, uniform appearance.

Technical Specifications:

• Resin Base Type: Quick-Drying Modified Alkyd (Solvent-Borne/Oil-Based)
• Tool Cleanup: Mineral Spirits or VM&P Naphtha
• Dry to Touch: 30 to 45 minutes at 77°F (25°C) and 50% relative humidity
• Time Before Recoating: 4 to 6 hours (Must be recoated within 24 hours, or wait 7 days to avoid lifting)
• Theoretical Coverage: 350 to 450 sq. ft. per gallon depending on surface texture
• Application Methods: Brush, Roller, or Spray (Airless or Conventional)
• Temperature Range: Surface and air must remain between 45°F and 95°F during curing

Available Base Options:

• Factory Mixed & Tintable Bases: Tintable White (01), Safety Yellow (10), Safety Red (20), Silver Gray (70), Battleship Gray (75), and Black (80).