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.
#Mas epoxy table top chemical resistance pro#
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.
#Mas epoxy table top chemical resistance skin#
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.
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