Mirror paint – NeoChrome, an innovation for the mirror industry
Similar to silvering, NeoChrome is a paint capable of creating a mirror on the surface of a glass pane.
Neochrome is made with a rare, non-toxic metal, and has a light reflection index similar to that of silver (Ag).
Application
The glass must first be cleaned of all contaminants. A mild water-based cleaner gives excellent results, as does isopropyl alcohol.
It is possible to use cerium oxide to polish the glass by removing micro-scratches and eliminating limescale deposits.
Mirror paint is best applied by spraying.
Two or three very thin coats on the glass provide opacity and a mirror effect.
The fine layer of paint evaporates quickly, leaving behind a metallic film less than 1μm thick.
After that, an opaque backing coat must be applied.
The yield is significant (10 m² / L).
The high light reflection index allows treatment of surfaces such as headlight reflectors.
NeoChrome is highly resistant to corrosion and UV, unlike silver.
Its ease and speed of application, along with its lower cost compared to silver, represent a true innovation for the mirror industry.
Application is also possible on materials other than glass, on the external face of opaque substrates.
