{"product_id":"seaforge-timberblend-structural-wood-epoxy-additive-copy","title":"SeaForge Colloidal Silica - Anti-Sag Epoxy Thickener","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColloidal Silica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpoxy Thickener for Structural Bonding, Fillets, and Non-Sag Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeaForge Colloidal Silica is a lightweight silica additive used to thicken epoxy for bonding, fillets, gap filling, and laminating. It produces a smooth, non-sagging mixture with excellent structural strength. Once cured, the mixture is exceptionally hard and durable, making it ideal for structural joints and areas where a tough, impact-resistant surface is desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStructural Bonding | Fillets | Gap Filling | Laminating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Builders Choose Colloidal Silica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperior Structural Bonding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Creates a strong, hard epoxy adhesive for demanding structural joints.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHard \u0026amp; Durable:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cures to an exceptionally hard surface, making it well suited for reinforcing edges, corners, and other areas subject to wear or impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-Sagging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helps thickened epoxy stay in place rather than running or sagging.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth Consistency:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Produces a smooth, easy-to-spread adhesive mixture.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGap Filling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thickens epoxy for joints where a perfect fit is not possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e SeaForge™ by Pro Coatings LLC\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Colloidal Silica\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 Pint | 1 Quart | 1 Gallon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Formulated for SeaForge Clear Epoxy Resin and Fast and Slow Hardeners. Compatible with most standard marine epoxy systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Made in the USA\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix the Epoxy First:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thoroughly mix SeaForge Epoxy Resin (Part A) and Hardener (Part B) at the specified ratio before adding Colloidal Silica.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd Filler Gradually:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slowly stir Colloidal Silica into the mixed epoxy until you reach the consistency needed for the application. Avoid creating airborne dust during mixing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Bonding \u0026amp; Laminating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add enough Colloidal Silica to create a smooth, thickened mixture that spreads easily but does not readily run out of the joint. Apply to the mating surfaces and assemble the parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Fillets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add Colloidal Silica until the epoxy reaches a smooth, non-sag consistency. It can also be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecombined with wood flour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for structural fillets. Apply and shape with a rounded filleting tool.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Gap Filling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use a thicker mixture that will bridge the gap and remain in place without sagging.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiberglass Structural Fillets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When fiberglass reinforcement is required, apply fiberglass tape or cloth according to the project instructions. When possible, fiberglass can be applied while the fillet is still uncured, reducing sanding and additional preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clean up excess epoxy and squeeze-out before it cures. Colloidal Silica mixtures cure extremely hard and are difficult to sand, so a little cleanup while the epoxy is still workable can save considerable sanding later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear appropriate protective clothing, chemical-resistant gloves, and safety glasses when mixing and applying epoxy. Avoid skin and eye contact. Work in a well-ventilated area and follow all precautions and first-aid instructions provided on the product label and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ California Proposition 65 Warning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product may expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 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