Drying time

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001898",
  "term": "Drying time",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The period required for a coating, adhesive, or other wet material to transition from a liquid or semi-liquid state to a solid, stable form through evaporation or chemical reaction. This duration can vary significantly based on factors such as temperature, humidity, film thickness, and material composition. Manufacturers specify drying times to guide proper application and subsequent handling of materials.",
  "subject": "Construction",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Trocknungszeit",
    "es": "tiempo de secado",
    "fr": "temps de séchage"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/drying-time/"
}