该方法主要用于评估油漆和清漆在应用于大面积紧密限定基底时的刷涂和流动特性。也用于评估其他性能，例如油漆或清漆从锐边和突起处收缩的倾向性。结合BS 3900-0阅读交叉参考文献:BS 584BS 871BS 1142:第2BS 1230部分:第1BS 1449部分:第1BS 3900部分:第A3BS 3900部分:第C1BS 3900部分:第D5BS 4800BS 6566部分:第8ISO/TR 3172部分

Method primarily intended to assess brushing and flow characteristics of paints and varnishes when applied to large areas of closely defined substrates. Also used to assess other properties, e.g. the tendancy of the paint or varnish to retract from sharp edges and protuberances. To be read in conjunction with BS 3900-0Cross References:BS 584BS 871BS 1142:Part 2BS 1230:Part 1BS 1449:Part 1BS 3900:Part A3BS 3900:Part C1BS 3900:Part D5BS 4800BS 6566:Part 8ISO/TR 3172