POLYESTER FINISHING RESIN FOR BUILDING AND REPAIRS Because it contains wax, TotalBoat Polyester Finishing Resin is typically used for one-coat glasswork or as a final, tack-free, sealer coat over tacky polyester laminating resin coats. It cures clear and hard to resist scratches and staining. Wet sand and buff to a glossy finish, or sand, paint, or gelcoat over. Also known as marine fiberglass resin, polyester finishing resin can also be used for any layer in a laminate that needs to be sanded. GEL TIME DEPENDS ON AMOUNT OF HARDENER ADMIXED The following table indicates approximate gel times @ 70°F. Adjust the hardener level to slow down or speed up gel time. Cooler temperatures may require a higher percentage of hardener than warmer temperature conditions. Slow Gel Time Medium Gel Time Fast Gel Time 20 minutes or more 15-20 minutes 10 minutes 1 teaspoon of hardener per quart of laminating resin 2 teaspoons of hardener per quart of laminating resin 3 teaspoons of hardener per quart of laminating resin POLYESTER FINISHING RESIN DETAILS Cures to a hard, non-tacky finish that can be sanded, painted, or gelcoated. Apply finishing resin over fiberglass, wood, and metal. Easy to mix and apply, and sets up well. Medium viscosity prevents sagging on vertical surfaces. Polyester finishing resin contains wax to allow it to cure properly. Hardener: MEKP (methyl ethyl ketone peroxide), included Sizes: Available in Quart and Gallon Kits Need fiberglass mat, spreaders, thickeners, or other supplies for your project? Build your own resin and fiberglass kit with our interactive bundle tool.
