{"product_id":"gypsum-additives","title":"Gypsum Additives","description":"\u003cp\u003eGypsum Plaster Accelerators are additives that shorten the setting times for gypsum plaster and setting-type joint compounds by causing gypsum crystals to form at a much faster rate. Safe and easy-to-use, USG Gypsum Plaster Accelerators are available in the following formulations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSG Standard Strength Gypsum Plaster Accelerator\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces set times for veneer and conventional plasters by 10 to 30 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSG Accelerator — \u003c\/strong\u003e helps correct plaster dry-out conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usg.com\/content\/dam\/USG_Marketing_Communications\/united_states\/product_promotional_materials\/finished_assets\/usg-accelerators-application-tips-en-P850.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usg.com\/content\/dam\/USG_Marketing_Communications\/united_states\/sds\/usg-standard-strength-accelerator-sds-en-53000010021.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGypsum Plaster Retarders extend the set time of conventional plasters, veneer plasters, lime finish plasters and setting-type joint compounds. By slowing the chemical crystal formation that causes gypsum plaster to set or harden, Gypsum Plaster Retarders allow more time to complete each job. Gypsum Plaster Retarders easily disperse into water prior to adding plaster and are available in the following formulations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Strength Retarder \u003c\/strong\u003eis recommended for slight to moderate (30 to 45 minutes) lengthening of set times for veneer and conventional plasters and setting-type joint compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetarder for Lime-Containing Plaster Products \u003c\/strong\u003eis designed for use with Diamond® Veneer Finish, Red Top® Brand Finish Plaster andRed Top® Gauging Plaster and Lime Finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usg.com\/content\/dam\/USG_Marketing_Communications\/united_states\/product_promotional_materials\/finished_assets\/plastering-technical-guide-job-use-of-retarder-in-plaster-en-PM7.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usg.com\/content\/dam\/USG_Marketing_Communications\/united_states\/sds\/usg-standard-strength-retarder-sds-en-53000010022.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"USG","offers":[{"title":"Accelerator 3lb","offer_id":48015651930427,"sku":"47992","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Retarder 2.5lb","offer_id":48015651963195,"sku":"47991","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/accelerator_6d827cdb-87a5-4166-b3b5-5c561ae3cf54.jpg?v=1714149788","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/products\/gypsum-additives","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}