DO NOT deviate in an attempt to speed up or slow down the gel time. Using the recommended mix ratio is VERY important when using epoxy. The mix ratio for the MAS Table Top Pro is 1 part resin to 1 part hardener (1A:1B) by volume, or 100 parts resin to 83 parts hardener (100A:83B) by weight. Sanding might not be practical as this could scuff your diamond plate, so maybe just stick to degreasing with a clean cotton rag and acetone. Degreasing is a VERY important step and should be done even if the surface appears clean. Degreasing the surface with acetone, abrading with 80 grit sandpaper and degreasing again with acetone before applying epoxy is the simplest method to improve the epoxy to metal bond strength. Some metals can tarnish quickly so it is a good practice to apply the epoxy shortly after prepping the surface. When bonding to metal the surface must be bright and free of oxidation. Wipe surface down with a clean cotton t-shirt rag soaked in an oil free solvent like denatured alcohol prior to applying epoxy. Sand as needed and clean off sanding debris. Do not use paper towels, dirty rags, contaminated sandpaper, or touch surface with oily fingers. Contaminates include, but are not limited to, the following: Dust, oil, moisture, sap, lint, and sanding debris. The surface must be clean, dry and free of contamination. 1 seal coat, followed by 1 flood coat is typical for application. A ½ gallon kit (1 quart of resin and 1 quart of hardener) covers about 6 square feet in a 1/8” flood coat. Coverage can depend on any number of factors, most notably coating thickness, porosity of the surface and waste, but a 1 gallon kit (½ gallon of resin and a ½ gallon of hardener) should cover about 12 square feet in 1/8” thick flood coat. CoverageĮasiest way to calculate the correct amount of epoxy for coverage is using our Resin Calculator. Working in conditions or with material above 80☏, Table Top Pro may set too quickly and exotherm, become too hot, which could cause it to yellow, distort or crack. When working in conditions or with material below 70☏, Table Top Pro may become to viscous to properly release air and self level. For best results, all materials and working conditions should be 70☏-80☏. TemperatureĮpoxy is a temperature sensitive material. Work in a well ventilated space or wear a National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) approved respirator equipped with an organic vapors cartridge. Varnished over the top after 3/4 days cure time and it looks stunning.Still in wrapping from supplier.Nitrile gloves, Tyvek arm guards, and disposable aprons are some of the most common forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) employed to help to prevent skin contact with the epoxy resin and minimize risks of sensitization. We used it to toughen the surface of cedar in a staircase and it worked really well. This simple solution doubles the penetrating power of the MAS penetrating Epoxy sealer. The mixed epoxy and hardener may be diluted with as much as an equal volume of solvent. The penetrating power of this epoxy resin system is superior to most competing products on the market, but can be dramatically improved by diluting it with common paint solvents such as denatured alcohol, lacquer thinner or acetone. Try it for your next project and see why MAS products are great for beginners and loved by professionals. Customers have used this product to reinforce canoes, repair window sills and fix wood rot. It also means that you do not have to worry about volatile organic compounds (VOCs) when working with our PES. This product is unique in that it does not contain any solvent, which means you are buying 100% solids. It is used primarily to seal, restore and waterproof rotten wood, for example decks, window frames, door frames, transoms etc. Solvent and VOC-free MAS Penetrating Epoxy Sealer for strengthening soft wood. Item: 173720036794 MAS penetrating epoxy sealer.
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