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Coating to stop condensation on under stainless steel sinks

I'm a manufacturer of stainless steel kitchen sinks. I have a problem to solve, my kitchen sinks often has water condensation under the sink surface after use. I'm looking for a type of coating that can solve the condensation problem. it has to be toxic free and corrosion free. Preferably a spray-on for better efficiency during production. Please help! Thanks in advance!

Paul goh
manufacturer - Singapore
October 28, 2010

A. Hi, Paul. I don't believe that stainless steel is hygroscopic, so I don't think changing the nature of the surface will help. I think the problem is condensation caused by the sink being cooler than the surrounding air, especially if cold water has been running through it. In that case, I would suspect that a coating that entraps air for insulation, along the lines of styrofoam, is required.

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Ted Mooney, P.E.
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