Answers to common questions about glues, adhesives, and epoxy finish
There are several that will work well. Any of the liquid 2-part slow cure epoxies are excellent for all around rod building chores. Gel-type epoxies such as Rod Bond and Kardol also work well and do not run or drip out of assembled joints. 5-minute t
An epoxy finish that will not cure even after several days at normal room temperature is not likely going to cure, ever. The most common culprit behind a tacky finish is improper measuring or mixing of the resin and hardener.It is critical to measure
Generally there is no need to do so. In fact, most of the epoxy finish manufacturers recommend against it. If you need a less viscous finish for easier application, slightly warm the bottles containing the hardener and resin. You can do this in a mic
The best way is to keep from creating them in the first place. Mix your epoxy slowly but thoroughly. Keep brushing to a minimum or even consider using a hard surface tool such as a spatula for applying your finish. The epoxy mixing tool helps make mi