What is epoxy bog?
First a statement. You cannot use auto filler (polyester bog) on your boat.
You may experience adhesion problems on a flexing hull. You will have little
protection if water gets to it. Heard of osmosis? There could be shrinkage
problems. There could be shadowing with un-reacted styrene monomer, a solvent
in polyester bog, reacting with the top coat. EPOXYBOG, our name for epoxy
fairing compound, eliminates these problems. The secret is in using epoxy
resin as the base. Epoxy reacts with, in this case, an amine hardener, to
form a densely cross-linked polymer with exceptional adhesion and strength.
It is a pre-filled, trowelable, epoxy putty, that feathers out and sands easily.
It is very strong because it chemically cross-links to cure. Adhesion to a
properly prepared substrate is exceptional.
EPOXYBOG, an Xtra lite, and creamy low density trade epoxy.
Why an epoxy like EPOXYBOG?
One of the hardest tasks in fairing and filling is getting the mix right.
EPOXYBOG is an EASYMIX 1 : 1 ratio. Off ratio mixing is a thing of the past.
There are no messy powders to contend with. Importantly, there are no slump
problems. Ever fought with a “roll your own” fairing compound
that didn’t want to go where you were troweling it?
You get a much longer “open time” to move it around just right,
and the overnight cure is still as good as any.
Where can I use these products?
In marine situations, they are just what’s required for fairing and
filling. It is a dream product for filling fibreglass weave, creating coves,
and standard fairing, especially where ease of sanding is a consideration.
Below the waterline?
When used sensiby, this is as good as it gets. In the unlikely event of
water penetrating to the EPOXYBOG, it will not absorb water as other fillers
might. We recommend our EPG 4:1 laminating resin is applied as a barrier coat
before fairing and filling. Allow to cure thoroughly before relaunch. After
sanding, follow the paint manufacturers recommendation for priming, before
painting.
Can I use solvent in the mix?
Definitely not! That is a BIG NO NO!
Solvent, even the smallest amount, weakens all the superior cured strengths.
Adhesion, cohesion, etc.
Some of the solvent can remain entrapped in the cured film making it rubbery,
but without the strength.
Problem city further down the track.
Are there Health & Safety issues?
Yes there can be, if used improperly.
Care should be exercised with the uncured resin and hardener. Don’t
get it on your skin. If you do, wash it off immediately. Just because it doesn’t
burn is no excuse. The side effects are with prolonged exposure.
Wear a dust mask when sanding. A paper mask is OK but make sure it fits.
Because it is pre-made, is it expensive?
Consider this:
The cost of labour is not inexpensive. Wouldn’t it be better to get
each mix right, and applied easily with a minimum of fuss in the shortest
possible time?
And NO, it is NOT expensive in relation to other epoxy brands. We sell direct
to you and our prices are sharp.
TIMBER
SEALERAND PRIMER 1:1
What is it?
Epoxy resins are excellent timber sealers. They penetrate the surface and
then set hard. This is a chemical reaction that is very stable and will not
resolubilise or break down over time.
Importantly, because of their strength, they assist in the restructuring the
integrity of the timber.
Why an epoxy like this EPOXY SEALER?
Our sealer is based on low molecular weight epoxy and amine hardener laced
with a wetting agent, for even better penetration. Then we add a high solvency
solvent mix to help it go in further before it sets. Finally we add a relatively
“safe” broad spectrum biocide to combat any lurking fungi and
yeast. Our EPOXY SEALER is different from most others because it cures bright
and dry without a greasy surface.
Why a penetrating sealer?
Laminating epoxies are not designed to be penetrating sealers. Neither are
epoxy glues and fillers. If the thin surface coat is broken, fungi and yeasts
(micro organisms) can attack the wooden substrate.
Where can I use this product?
There are two main areas. Clean new timber, such as the interior of a boat,
primarily to seal it against wood rot, and protect against dirt & oil,
etc.
The second area is the repair and reinstatement of rotten timber; in the home,
or marine.
What is the cause of wood rot?
Fungi and yeasts are micro organisms. They require a food source, the timber,
plus moisture, oxygen, the humidity in an enclosed hold, plus some warmth.
Given these, they will rapidly multiply and start attacking an unprotected
wood surface and quickly travel into the wood along the micro voids that is
the timber grain.
Is penetration important?
Micro organisms are just that; micro! They will go deep into the timber grain,
as mentioned.
EPOXY SEALER will follow the same paths and saturate much deeper than most
sealers.
When it cures, the micro organisms will be trapped within the polymer. Peripheral
fungi will be killed by the biocide that migrates out of the film surface.
Can the rot re-occur?
The fungi produce spores which can remain in the timber but cannot regenerate
without moisture and oxygen as long as the sealing job is done correctly.
Is it strong?
EPOXY SEALER is designed to penetrate with the aid of a solvent mix. There
is the possibility of solvent being entrapped in the cured film. This will
weaken the film slightly but not critically. What it is actually doing is
allowing the wood to retain its strength.
Can I use solvent in the mix?
Yes you can. Although it is optimized and ready for use, 10% in the first
coat will assist penetration. The first coat will probably vanish into the
surface. This is a good sign that it is doing its job.
Are there Health & Safety issues?
Yes there can be, if used improperly.
Care should be exercised with the uncured resin and hardener. Don’t
get it on your skin. If you do, wash it off immediately. Just because it doesn’t
burn is no excuse. The side effects are with prolonged exposure. The epoxy
is also flammable because of the solvent carrier. There is a strong odour;
the solvent releasing, during application. Take care. Read the instructions.
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