Novol 39042 Plus 780 Degreaser & Silicone Remover (1L)
Ensure a perfect bond for your paintwork with Novol Plus 780, a high-performance silicone remover and surface cleaner. This 1-litre unit is an essential preparation solvent designed to strip away invisible contaminants like silicones, oils, waxes, and greases that lead to common paint defects like "fish-eyes" or poor adhesion.
Unlike standard thinners, Plus 780 is a specialized mixture of organic solvents that cleans deeply without damaging the underlying surface, making it the professional choice for use between every major coating stage.
Key Features & Benefits
- Anti-Silicone Technology: Specifically engineered to neutralize silicone residues, which are the #1 cause of craters and "fish-eye" imperfections in fresh paint.
- Slow Evaporation Formula: Designed to stay "wet" on the surface longer than fast degreasers. This allows for a more thorough cleaning of large panels without the solvent drying before you can wipe it off.
- High Versatility: Safe for use on a wide variety of substrates, including bare steel, aluminum, galvanized steel, existing paint, acrylic primers, and polyester putties.
- Optimum Adhesion: By creating a chemically clean surface, it ensures that your primers, basecoats, and clearcoats achieve the maximum possible mechanical and chemical bond.
- Residue-Free: Evaporates completely without leaving any oily or waxy film behind.
Professional Application Strategy
For the most effective results, always use the "Two-Cloth Method" when degreasing. This ensures contaminants are actually removed rather than just redistributed.
Application Steps: - Prep: Ensure you have two clean, lint-free cloths (or high-quality industrial paper wipes).
- Apply: Soak the first cloth with Novol Plus 780 and wipe the panel thoroughly. Work in manageable sections (approx. 1 m2).
- Wipe Dry: While the surface is still wet, immediately wipe it dry with the second cloth. This "lifts" the dissolved grease and silicone away from the panel.
- Timing: Use this product immediately before applying any new layer (filler, primer, or paint) to ensure no dust or oils have settled in the interim.
Expert Insight: Plus 780 is a "slow" degreaser compared to the Plus 800. This makes it much better for large surface areas or use in warmer workshops, as it gives you the time needed to properly clean the panel before the solvent evaporates.
