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EF80 flexible resin discoloration

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By JFW67 - 11/2/2016 11:09:20 PM

Hi.  I use the flexible resin on Ballistic nylon to create a waterproof flexible seal for skin on frame sea kayaks.  I use this product since my previous supplier discontinued their product.  I am happy with EF80 in general but I have found that exposure to water in some instances tends to result in a milky discolouration that disappears once the hull dries off.

Is this a normal situation?  I produce the kayaks as a professional boat builder so am concerned that the product is not actually suitable in the long run.
By JFW67 - 3/8/2018 9:02:03 PM

Warren (Staff) - 3/8/2018 4:22:23 PM
An elevated temperature cure will always help to an extent so if it is possible to do so then I would.  Even if you just leave it in the 30C room for a few days, you should certainly have a properly cured resin by the end of it.

Brilliant.  Thank you for you help.