Glass Coat Liquid Gloss
What is Glass Coat Liquid Gloss?
Glass Coat Liquid Gloss is an advanced two component epoxy resin that provides a professional, high gloss surface in a fraction of the time it would take using traditional varnish. One application is equivalent to 50 coats of traditional varnish. Once cured, Glass Coat Liquid Gloss forms a super hard surface that is heat resistant and scratch resistant.
New Safer odourless Formula with greater clarity & diminished bubbling
Reduced yellowing with added UV Stablizers
Easy to use with simple, clear instructions
Ideal for resin art with artist dry pigments on wooden panels and boards.
Extremely tough heat & scratch-resistant surface
Washable & Hard wearing
Long working (open) time of 15 – 20 minutes
50/50 Mixing Ratio
Can be applied to numerous surfaces
For Decorative use only - Not Food Safe
Approx coverage is 100ml per 30x30cm which equates approx to 1.1-1.2Ltr per sq metre
What do i use the clean up Glass Coat resin?
We recommend cleaning alcohol or an acetone cleaning solvent to clean up spills, runs, drips and equipment. Wash hands in warm, soapy water, wear gloves to protect hands.
Does Glass Coat Adhere to all surfaces?
Glass Coat Liquid Gloss adheres to most non porous surfaces; one surface that it does not adhere to is plastic, so plastic moulds can be used when embedding objects in Glass Coat Liquid Gloss. Glass Coat Liquid Gloss can be applied directly on woods, canvas most metals and concrete.
Is Glass Coat UV Stable?
Glass Coat Liquid Gloss is not UV stable, like most external coating applications; it will be affected by direct sunlight eventually causing it to yellow.
Does Glass Coat Have an Expiery date?
Whilst there is no expiry date for use, it is recommended that Glass Coat Liquid Gloss be used within six months of purchase.
Whats The Best Temperature to use Glass Coat?
The perfect temperature to apply Glass Coat Liquid Gloss is 23deg c. If this is not possible, you can place the containers in Luke warm water; this will allow the Glass Coat Liquid Gloss to flow more easily. Try to avoid using on very hot or humid days.
How Long does Glass Coat Take to Dry?
Glass Coat Liquid Gloss is touch dry dry in 24 hours but it will continue to cure over several weeks. If you intend to use the surface in a kitchen area, remember it will take at least three weeks before you can put anything hot onto the surface.
What Coverage does Glass Coat Have?
Coverage will depend on the surface, but as a general rule 500ml of product (250ml of each part) will cover a flat surface of approx 71 x 71cm.
How Can i Remove Bubbles that Have Appeared on the Surface?
It is usual for air bubbles to be generated whilst mixing part A and part B together. To remove the bubbles sweep over the surface with a butane flame. Keep the flame moving quickly not to close to the surface otherwise it may scorch.
Can Glass coat be thinned?
Glass coat cannot be thinned.
Can a Second Layer of Glass coat Be Applied?
The previous surface will receive the Glass Coat perfectly. But make sure it’s very clean. If you have touch it with fingernails, then wipe over the surface with a cloth dampened with methylated spirits.
How do it colour Glass Coat?
Glass Coat can be coloured or tinted. Add Dry pigment directly to the Glass coat at the time of mixing. Pure pigment provides the best results and is available from art suppliers. You can also experiment with a few drops of Alcohol ink or acrylic paint. You can create wonderful effects by swirling different substances through the gloss it’s up to your imagination.
Trouble Shooting
My Projest has dried, but the gloss has repelled in some areas & has the appearance of craters
PROBABLE CAUSE
There has been some oiliness or other contamination on the surface of the project prior to the pouring. The compound refuses to bond to any oil-contaminated surface. Even your fingerprints touching the surface before pouring the gloss can affect the quality of the drying. This problem is most likely to occur when pouring Glass Coat on to natural, untreated timbers.
WHAT TO DO
Surfaces should always be sealed before pouring the compound. For raw timbers, including MDF, you should apply a coat (or several if the surface is particularly porous or open-grained)) of an acrylic sealer.
After you have sealed the surface, be careful not to touch it with your fingers. If you do so, either seal again, or clean the surface with a kitchen spray to remove any body oils.
One of my bottle has turned yellow can it still be used?
PROBABLE CAUSE
After prolonged exposure to strong daylight, the hardener may take on a yellow hue. It is always best to store your products in a cool, dark cupboard, away from direct sunlight.
WHAT TO DO
It is recommended that the products be used within the first twelve months of purchase. The yellow hue makes no difference to the performance of the product after its use, but may affect its appearance on the surface of your project.
I am not happy with the end result can i sand it off?
The surface can be sanded. However, you need to be aware of the dangers here. It is important to sand in a well-ventilated area. You should avoid the inhalation of fumes and dust. Wear adequate breathing apparatus at all times. Wear safety glasses. It is best to sand your project out of doors.
My project looks great, but when I put a hot coffee cup on the surface, it left a ring that is difficult to remove. How can this be explained?
PROBABLE CAUSE
Full curing of the compound has not yet occurred.
WHAT TO DO
It will take two to three weeks for the surface to fully cure after which it will be heat resistant and hard enough to withstand coffee cups, hot dinner plates and other hot materials.
Never put your placemats or trivets in the dishwasher or in a microwave oven, dishwasher or in a microwave oven or immerse completed projects in water.
Air Bubbles have formed after pouring on the surface how do i remove?
PROBABLE CAUSE
Air bubbles tend to be an inevitable part of the process caused partly through the mixing of the two parts and partly through the process of drawing air from the surfaces being treated.
WHAT TO DO
Air bubbles can be treated in three ways:
They can be ignored altogether, causing no damage to the project. The bubbles will remain.
You can blow very lightly through a drinking straw pointed at specific air bubbles. Be very careful to change the straw regularly to avoid the possibility of moisture from your breath spoiling the surface. The straw method is best suited to very small projects only.
For larger projects a much better result can be achieved by sweeping over the surface with a butane flame. Keep the flame moving quickly not too close to the surface otherwise it may scorch.
Never use a hairdryer to assist the drying process or to remove air bubbles.
The Surface of my project looks fine, However despite leaving it to dry overnight it remains soft and not fully cured?
PROBABLE CAUSE
This is always the result when the proportions of Part A & Part B are incorrect.
WHAT TO DO
You must blend together EXACTLY EQUAL PROPORTIONS of each of Part A & Part B.
To ensure that you do this, observe the levels remaining in each clear bottle BEFORE and AFTER pouring as your best guide.
After pouring what you think are the correct amounts into your container, allow both bottles to come to rest on your workbench.
After a half a minute or so, you can easily compare levels.
