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Is Tenax Solido matt or glossy after curing?
The final level of gloss mainly depends on the finishing process. After curing, Tenax Solido can be sanded to achieve a matt or satin finish. By sanding with finer grits and then polishing, it can also be finished to a glossy surface. This makes it possible to match the repaired area as closely as possible to the surrounding surface.
Is Tenax Solido an epoxy adhesive?
No. Tenax Solido is a two-component polyester adhesive, not an epoxy adhesive. The product consists of a polyester paste that is mixed with a hardener before use.
Because Tenax Solido uses two components, it is sometimes confused with epoxy. The main difference is the type of resin: Solido is based on polyester resin, while epoxy adhesives are based on epoxy resin.
Tenax Solido is developed for bonding, filling and repairing materials such as natural stone and quartz. After curing, it can be sanded and polished.
What is the difference between a two-component epoxy and polyester adhesive?
The main difference is the type of resin used and the properties after curing. A two-component polyester adhesive generally cures relatively quickly, is easy to sand and polish, and is commonly used for bonding, filling and repairing natural stone and quartz.
A two-component epoxy adhesive usually provides higher bond strength, lower shrinkage and better resistance to moisture and chemicals. Epoxy also often has a longer working and curing time.
Which adhesive is most suitable depends on the material and application. Polyester adhesive is often chosen for fast repairs and finishing work on natural stone, while epoxy is commonly used when maximum bond strength and durability are required.
What is Tenax Solido used for?
Tenax Solido is a two-component polyester adhesive and repair paste for bonding, filling and repairing natural stone and quartz. It can be used for damage, small holes, joints and other stone repairs.
Which materials is Tenax Solido suitable for?
Tenax Solido is suitable for natural stone and quartz composite. It can be used on materials such as marble and various other types of stone. When in doubt, always test the product on an inconspicuous area first.
How much hardener should be added to Tenax Solido?
Mix Tenax Solido with approximately 2 to 3% hardener. Mix both components thoroughly until a uniform mixture is obtained before applying the product.
How quickly does Tenax Solido cure?
At a temperature of approximately 25 °C, Tenax Solido starts to cure within a few minutes. The exact working and curing time depends on factors such as temperature, the amount of hardener used and the thickness of the applied layer.
Can the colour of Tenax Solido be adjusted?
Yes. Tenax Solido can be tinted with suitable Tenax colouring pastes. This makes it possible to match the colour of the repair more closely to the natural stone or quartz.
Can Tenax Solido be used to fill holes and damage?
Yes. Tenax Solido is suitable for filling and repairing local damage, small holes, joints and other imperfections in suitable stone surfaces. After curing, the repair can be sanded and polished.
Is Tenax Solido liquid?
No. Tenax Solido has a firm, paste-like consistency and can be applied easily with a spatula. This helps the product stay in place while filling and repairing.
Does Tenax Solido turn yellow?
Tenax Solido is formulated for low yellowing. For visible repairs, it is still important to choose the correct colour and take the type of stone and application area into account.
