{"product_id":"tarbender-clear-epoxy","title":"Tarbender™ Clear Epoxy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarbender\u003c\/strong\u003e™ is a clear liquid epoxy that can be poured or brushed over a variety of surfaces to provide a strong, high gloss coating. Parts A and B mix together and flow easily. \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e epoxy cures at room temperature and offers high impact resistance.  It can be applied over wood, plaster, concrete, foam, fabrics, paper, etc. can be used to encapsulate 2-D or 3-D objects. \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e is certified “aquarium safe” and used by aquariums to create hyperrealistic coral and other aquarium displays.  It is also used by zoos around the world as a coating for themed elements and displays. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"slide-gallery\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"slider-main slider-main-1\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/products\/tarbender\/#\" class=\"slider-control slider-left slider-1-left\" rel=\"undefined\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 100%; max-width: 800px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"slider-wistia-mother-1\" class=\"wistia_responsive_padding\" style=\"padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wistia_responsive_wrapper\" style=\"height: 100%; left: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/847046992?badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;title=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"407\" width=\"334\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shoplightspeed.com\/shops\/606431\/files\/52816714\/taberbenderspecs.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"137\" width=\"754\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shoplightspeed.com\/shops\/606431\/files\/52816713\/tarbendercoverage.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptically clear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2A:1B by volume mix ratio - no scale needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct and Work Area Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e– \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e containers should be stored and used at room temperature (73° F\/23° C). Wear long sleeve garments, disposable gloves and safety glasses. Mixing containers should have straight sides and a flat bottom. Mixing sticks should be flat and stiff with defined edges for scraping the sides and bottom of your mixing container. Have all materials and tools on site before you begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixing containers should be made of plastic, metal or wax coated paper. Due to very high temperature potential (exotherm) of \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e, do not use glass or foam containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e– Use only in a well ventilated area and avoid breathing fumes. Wearing a NIOSH approved respirator is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMixing\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– Mix using a flat edge mixing stick for 2 minutes. Scrape the sides and bottom of the mixing container with the edge several times. Pour contents into a new, clean mixing container and mix again for 2 minutes. If using a drill mixer, use a variable speed mixer set to low rpm and mix for 2 minutes. Creating a vortex will introduce air. Follow with hand mixing for 2 minutes. A large mass concentration of epoxy will reduce pot life and may become too hot to handle. If concentrated mass of epoxy begins to get very hot, move outside to open air. To extend working time, reduce mass by pouring mixture into a flat baking pan and pour onto bar top from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Mixing\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e– Stir or shake Part A and Part B thoroughly before dispensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e– Accurately measure 2A:1B by volume into a plastic, metal or wax-free mixing container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePouring Tarbender™ To Coat Flat Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – Most bar tops, tabletops and other flat surfaces require 2 – 3 layers of \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 4-hour cure time in between layers. You can apply as many ¼” (6.4mm) layers as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimating Coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cstrong\u003eHow Much Will You Need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e you can correlate the square inch (cm) area of your surface with the yield of mixed \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarbender\u003c\/strong\u003e™\u003cstrong\u003e Coverage Rates\u003c\/strong\u003eAmountPoured at 1\/16”(1.6mm)Poured at 1\/8” (3.2mm)Poured at 1\/4” (6.4mm)1 oz. \/ 28.3 grams25.4 in² \/ 164 cm²12.7 in² \/ 82 cm²6.4 in² \/ 41 cm²Trial Unit (2.83 lbs. \/1.28 kg)8 ft² \/ 0.74 m²4 ft² \/ 0.37 m²2 ft² \/ 0.19 m²Gallon Unit (11.2 lbs. \/5.08 kg)32 ft² \/ 2.97 m²16 ft² \/ 1.48 m²8 ft² \/ 0.74 m²5 Gallon Unit (56.5 lbs. \/ 25.62 kg)160 ft² \/ 15 m²80 ft² \/ 7.5 m²40 ft² \/ 3.75 m²\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – Surface to be coated with liquid epoxy should be level in all directions. Surface must be free of dust, oils or other contaminants. \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e should not be used on surfaces coated with oil-based stain, as it will delaminate. Water based stains are compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSealing Porous Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – unfinished wood surfaces, stone, marble, concrete, etc. should be sealed with a thin layer of \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e. See “\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePouring and Spreading Tarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e” section below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo Not Vacuum\u003c\/em\u003e – Subjecting mixture to vacuum will introduce air.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePouring Tarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - After mixing, pour a thin stream along the entire length of the surface. Do not exceed 1\/16” (1.6 mm) for this layer. Your goal is to obtain an even coating. Let \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e cure for 4 hours before applying another layer. Note; do not exceed ¼” (6.4 mm) thickness per pour. If greater thicknesses are desired, pour in layers of ¼” (6.4 mm) with 4 hours minimum between layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor coating bar tops, a minimum thickness of 1\/8” (3.2 mm) or two layers is recommended.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-Porous Surfaces do not require a sealing coat. Mix and pour \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™ \u003c\/strong\u003eas directed to ¼” (6.4 mm) thickness. Look for bubbles and lightly pass propane torch over surface to dissipate. Let cure for 4 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDissipating Bubbles from Surface Using a Propane Torch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - After \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e is poured, pass a propane torch (available at any hardware or DIY store) back and forth lightly over surface to dissipate bubbles. Be careful when handling the torch and do not get closer to the surface than 3” (7.62 cm). If pouring multiple layers, use a propane torch to dissipate bubbles after pouring each layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf Encapsulating 3-D Objects\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– Apply a 1\/16” (1.6 mm) coating to bar top as directed above. Dissipate bubbles with torch. Let cure for 4 hours. Place objects on top of cured layer. Mix a small amount of \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e and pour directly over and around objects to break surface tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf Encapsulating Paper, Cardboard, etc.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – Laminate paper before encapsulating. You can also seal surface with white glue (such as Elmer’s Glue) mixed 4 parts glue to 1 part water). Allow to dry for 16 hours before encapsulating in \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrushing Tarbender™ Onto Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply In Thin Layers\u003c\/strong\u003e - two thin layers of \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e are recommended for a smooth, uniform coating. Using chip brush, apply 1st thin layer to surface and let epoxy partially cure until “tacky hard”. Apply 2nd thin layer. Allow both layers to fully cure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdding Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – You can add \u003cstrong\u003eUVO™\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eIGNITE™\u003c\/strong\u003e colorants or \u003cstrong\u003eCast Magic™\u003c\/strong\u003e Effects Fillers. Pre-mix color or filler into \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e Part A thoroughly and then add Part B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdding New to Old\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e- If too much time passes (72 hours or more) between applying layers of\u003cstrong\u003e Tarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e, delaminating may occur if you try to add more. For Best Results; lightly sand cured epoxy surface with 220 grit sand paper and wipe clean with denatured alcohol before mixing and applying new \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReleasing Tarbender™ From Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – if you do not want \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e to adhere to a surface, apply two coats of \u003cstrong\u003eSonite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e. Allow wax to dry 1 hour and buff before pouring epoxy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean Up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – 90% Isopropyl Alcohol will remove uncured Tarbender™ from most surfaces. It can also be used to clean the surface of cured \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e epoxy. Alcohol is flammable. Follow all safety precautions for handling flammable liquids and provide adequate ventilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – Unpainted \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e will yellow after being exposed to outdoor UV light or excessive heat above 115°F\/46°C for extended periods. \u003cstrong\u003eTarbender™\u003c\/strong\u003e can be displayed outdoors after priming and painting with an aliphatic urethane clear coat (such as Axalta Imron 3.5 Plus High Gloss Polyurethane Topcoat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/msds\/files\/Tarbender.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/tb\/files\/TARBENDER_TB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smooth-On","offers":[{"title":"Trial Kit (2.83 lbs. \/ 1.28 kg.)","offer_id":48015764750651,"sku":"19644","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 Gallon Kit (11.3 lbs. \/ 5.13 kg.)","offer_id":48015764783419,"sku":"19661","price":143.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/tarbendercombo.jpg?v=1748637773","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/products\/tarbender-clear-epoxy","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}