Silverhook BIGK1 Big Boy Glass Fibre Resin Repair Kit

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Excessive amounts of resin form a brittle layer and often fracture and splits, exposing the underlying surface to water ingress.

The creation of a fibreglass lining or coating should be performed in a clean, dry area away from other persons and instruments. Typically, a polyester roller is used for most applications, although a paintbrush may be required for smaller regions or hard-to-reach areas. Paul wants to create a laminated surface. The weather is hot – 25oC and it’s summer. He decides to create 1 kg of catalysed resin and this will require approximately 10Ml catalyst at 1% by volume. Note : be careful with painted surfaces. In general, polyesters are not comparable with single pot paint systems and adverse reactions are likely to occur. If it is to be attempted a small area should be aggressively sanded and a primer such as Primax or G4 applied followed by the polyester application and then assessed on its suitability over a few days. Never use under 1% catalyst – even when hot – as the resin will not cure. Just use smaller quantities or wait until temperatures become more workable.Prepare at most 2kg of resin at a time, enough for 1 – 2 square meters of glass fibre matting coverage, depending on the type used. Avoid conditions when inclement weather is due including formation of frost or dew onto surfaces unlikely to have cured before that presence. Screwfix Community Forum. Home Forums > Screwfix Community Forum > Other Trades you add depends on the temp,all i can say use it very sparingly because you can waste a lot if you overdo it.cut the fibreglass mesh ready,lay it on the board and roll the loaded roller over the fibreglaas sheeting until its inpregnated with resin and carry on. GRP/Fibreglass Roofing. Mix thoroughly using a clean instrument. Prepare up to 2 – 3 kg of topcoat depending on experience and requirements. Saturate the resin in a polyester roller (or a paintbrush for smaller areas) and roll across the laminated surface.

Topcoat resin also requires catalyst (hardener) addition for curing. Using a safety dispenser, add MEKP catalyst in set amounts – typically 20 mL of MEKP catalyst per kilogram of resin. Catalyst should be added in set amounts – typically 20 mL of catalyst per kilogram of resin (2%) catalyst. Catalyst should be added using a safety dispenser. It should be mixed thoroughly using a clean instrument. Example: With minimal shrinkage and easy sanding properties, the Glass Fibre Resin Repair Kit provides a professional finish that's ready to paint over. Plus, it's easy to use and apply, so you don't need to be a DIY expert to achieve great results. Dust and grease: any impurities present on the surface – or in the surrounding atmosphere should be reduced as much as possible. Resin bonding and curing is greatly affected by impurities.New en-suite bathroom fitted Feb/March 2022. All new construction into extension so all new pipes and fittings etc. The laminate layer of glass fibre matting presents a seamless, durable and aesthetically pleasing surface