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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Technologies
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Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Product Attributes
- Pour on Application
- Beautiful Brilliant Finish
- One Coat Equals Up to 55 Coats of Varnish
- Protects Surface From Water and Alcohol
- Clean Up: Epoxy Thinner, Super Degooper
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Application Area
- Application Method
- Uses
Epoxies & Adhesives
- Applications
NU-LUSTRE-55 can be applied over newspaper or magazine clippings, photographs, leather, wood, ceramic, rocks, dried flowers, shells and many other items.
NU-LUSTRE-55 is the ideal coating for plaques and awards, as well as floors, tables, and bar tops.
It is ideal as a gap/cavity/crack filler. If in doubt, test a small sample of the item you wish to cover.
NU-LUSTRE-55 will not adhere to silicone or wax. Before starting on your project, we strongly suggest you do a test piece to help you become familiar with this type of product, and for you to decide whether this will be the right product for the type of project you are doing.
- Directions for Use
TOOLS:
- MEASURING CONTAINERS (2) - with smooth, flat bottoms.
- MIXING CONTAINERS (2) – with smooth, flat bottoms.
- STICK – must have flat, straight edge to ensure thorough mixing.
- PLASTIC OR CARDBOARD - approx. 5cmx10cm (2”x3.5”) for spreading epoxy.
- BRUSH – for coating edges or crevices.
- KLENK’S EPOXY THINNER or SUPER DEGOOPER - for clean-up.
SEAL COAT:
Porous materials require a seal coat in order to prevent air from escaping into the finish. To create a seal coat, use 1/4 the NU-LUSTRE-55 that you would normally use for a flood coat. Brush a thin coat on the item. Wait a minimum of 4 hours before applying the flood coat.
SURFACE:
For best results, the surface to be covered must be dry and free of dust, wax, grease or oil. The item to be coated should be about 5cm (2”) above the work area so that the extra mixture will drip off the item. It is a good idea to put a newspaper or a drop cloth under the item to catch the drips.
CONDITIONS:
NU-LUSTRE-55 should be used in a room where the humidity is below 50% and the temperature is 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) when pouring. When the humidity is over 50% a dehumidifier should be used in the room where the pouring and curing is taking place.
COVERAGE:
Mix only the amount of NU-LUSTRE-55 that you need at one time. Unused RESIN and HARDENER should be left in original containers. After pouring, you have about 20 minutes before NU-LUSTRE-55 begins to thicken. Coverage for approximately 1.5mm (1/16”) thickness (pour coat):
- 236 mL kit will cover approximately 0.19 m2 (2 ft2)
- 473 mL kit will cover approximately 0.37 m2 (4 ft2)
- 946 mL kit will cover approximately 0.74 m2 (8 ft2)
- 3.78 L kit will cover approximately 3.0 m2 (32 ft2)
It is easier to mix smaller batches (946mL or less). For larger surfaces, mix multiple smaller batches.
DIRECTIONS:
If NU-LUSTRE-55 RESIN is hard or has crystalized, place the bottle into a hot water bath until the liquid is transparent. Cool for 24 hours prior to using.
- MEASURING - Measure 1 part RESIN to 1 part HARDENER. Measure exact amount of both RESIN and HARDENER in seperate measuring containers. Do not guess at measurements or try to estimate. Do not attempt to drain all of the fluid from the bottles rather than measuring. Inaccurate measuring will result in a sticky surface. If you set the RESIN bottle (White Cap) in warm water for 10 minutes, you will have a thinner mixture and fewer bubbles will appear on the object being poured. Be very careful not to get any water into the epoxy.
- MIXING - Pour the measured RESIN and HARDENER into Clean Mixing Container #1. Be sure to scrape sides and bottom of measuring containers when pouring into mixing container. Stir thoroughly. In order to ensure a beautifully finished product, it is extremely important that the RESIN and HARDENER are thoroughly mixed. Transfer mixture to Clean Mixing Container #2 and mix thoroughly using your stir stick to scrape the sides and bottom. Once completed, pour immediately. CAUTION: Extra care is necessary when mixing large batches (>946mL) as this will require longer mixing times and cause decreased working time.
- POURING IMMEDIATELY - As soon as NU-LUSTRE-55 is thoroughly mixed, pour evenly over the surface. Use a piece of plastic or cardboard to spread the mixture. A brush may be used for touching up sides or difficult to reach places. CAUTION: If NU- LUSTRE-55 is left in mixing container, it may become hot and begin to thicken or harden.
- BUBBLE BREAKING - After a few minutes, bubbles may rise to the surface. They may be broken:
- By gently exhaling through a straw on bubbles until they are gone - do not inhale fumes or
- By using a butane or propane torch. Set to a low flame, hold the torch about 15cm (6”) away from surface and sweep rapidly across until bubbles disappear. You may need to go back over surface again approximately 30 minutes later. Do not torch surface too close to curing time as it may make permanent waves in the surface. Do not use a hair dryer or heat gun.
- CURING - Placing a cardboard or plastic tent slightly above the coated item will prevent any dust from settling onto the surface. The coated item should be allowed to cure for 24 hours in a clean, dust-free room. NOTE: If your item remains sticky after several days, you may have measured or mixed incorrectly. To resolve the issue, the item may be repoured by following the directions - paying special attention to both measuring and mixing. The new pour will then harden correctly.
- CLEANING UP - Use KLENK’S EPOXY THINNER or SUPER DEGOOPER to clean up NU-LUSTRE-55 while it is in the liquid state. After NU-LUSTRE-55 has cured, it may be removed by using CIRCA 1850 HEAVY BODY PAINT & VARNISH REMOVER, or by sanding.
- PROTECTION - A paste wax such as car wax or ANTIQUAX MARBLE WAX can be applied over the cured epoxy to protect the finish from scratching.
DRIPS:
If the project has straight edges and you do not want the mixture ro roll over the edge, a dam can be built with high quality painter’s tape. If you allow the excess mixture to drip over the sides of the item being covered, use one of the following methods to remove these drips.
- Before pouring apply painter’s tape on the edges of the back of the item. After NU-LUSTRE-55 has stopped dripping (approximately 2-4 hours), the tape along with the drips may be pulled off.
- Apply wax such as ANTIQUAX to the edges on the back of the item. Since NU-LUSTRE-55 will not adhere to wax, the hardened drips can easily be removed with a utility knife.
- Drips may be sanded off after the item has cured.
- Ideas for Use
MAGAZINE AND NEWSPAPER CLIPPINGS, PHOTOGRAPHS DIPLOMAS, PLAQUES + JIGSAW PUZZLES
After the clipping, print, picture or puzzle has been mounted to the surface, seal the entire item with a solution of 4 parts white glue and 1 part water. This will prevent it from becoming translucent. Wait 3 to 4 hours before covering entire surface with NU-LUSTRE-55.
KIDS PROJECTS
NU-LUSTRE-55 can make any children’s craft project come to life. They can protect their favorite puzzle or popsicle stick collage with its high gloss finish. They can use it to simulate water and create floral designs for Mother’s Day. They can pour it into silicone molds and make holiday ornaments. Or work with them to embed sports or trading cards, magazine covers, newspaper clippings or photos onto their desk or cover of a photo album. Always supervised kisd when using NU-LUSTRE-55.
GAP, CAVITY + CRACK FILLER
NU-LUSTRE-55 is an ideal product for gap, cavity and crack filling as well as fortifying rotting wood. Mix up only what you require. Scoop out the mixture into the crevices that require filling. The product will self-level so it’s best to build up slowly. You can always sand off any excess when the product has cured.
SIMULATING LAKES OR STREAMS
NU-LUSTRE-55 dries to a clear finish and thus is ideal for simulating water for any craft or model building project. A few drops of universal tinting colors may be added to the mixture to represent the blues or greens of an ocean and create the illusion of varying depths.
FAUX FINISHES
For the more adventurous types, you can create an opaque finish by adding universal tinting colors to your NU-LUSTRE-55 mixture. This colored finish is now ready to create the most lively of projects from your kid’s play table to colored tiles to decorate the walls. And if you mix up multiple colors, NU-LUSTRE-55 is the perfect product to give a tired, old bathroom counter a faux marble finish. Cover the surface with one color and then just drizzle other colors on top and use a popsicle stick to create swirls that simulate the veins found in marble. Be adventurous and let your creativity shine through.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Details
Case Pack Size 12 236 mL (½ pt) 12 473 mL (1 pt) 6 946 mL (1 qt) 2 3.78 L (1 gal) - Packaging
Product Code: 1555 Size: Case Pack: 236 mL (½ pt) 12 473 mL (1 pt) 12 946 mL (1 qt) 6 3.78 L (1 gal) 2
Storage & Handling
- Storage
- NU-LUSTRE-55 bottles should be firmly closed and stored in their box in a dry place at a temperature of 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) and out of the reach of children.
- Storage
NU-LUSTRE-55 bottles should be firmly closed and stored in their box in a dry place at a temperature of 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) and out of the reach of children.