The ability to mix with or adhere properly to other coatings without detriment. The deposit of water vapor from the air on any cold surface whose temperature is below the dew point, such as a cold window glass or frame that is exposed to humid indoor air. Conduction Heat transfer through a solid material by contact of one molecule to the next. Conical Mandrel An instrument used to evaluate a coating's resistance to cracking when bent over a specified radius. Continuity means more than being without holes.
Convection affects heat transfer from the glass surface to room air, and between two panes of glass.
The material or masonry units forming a cap or finish on top of a wall, pier, pilaster, chimney, etc. It protects masonry below from penetration of water from above. A shelf or ledge formed by projecting successive courses of masonry out from the face of the wall. Used in figuring air infiltration during AAMA certification testing. CRF Condensation Resistance Factor.