DIN Standards Committee Coatings and Coating Materials
Paints and varnishes - Determination of film hardness by pencil test
Abstract
This document specifies a method for determining the film hardness by pushing pencils of known hardness over the film. The test can be performed on a single coating of a paint, varnish or related product, or on the upper layer of a multi-coat system. This rapid test has not been found to be useful in comparing the pencil hardness of different coatings. It is more useful in providing relative ratings for a series of coated panels exhibiting significant differences in pencil hardness. The method is applicable only to smooth surfaces.
Begin
2025-07-09
WI
00139851
Planned document number
prEN ISO 15184 rev
Responsible national committee
NA 002-00-07 AA - General test methods for coating materials and coatings
Responsible european committee
CEN/TC 139 - Paints and varnishes
previous edition(s)
Paints and varnishes - Determination of film hardness by pencil test (ISO 15184:2020)
2020-01
