ronan acrylic water based extenders

Ronan Acrylic Water Based Extenders

Ronan Acrylic Water Based Extenders

• Ronan Acrylic Water Based Extenders are transparent, ultraviolet resistant color blending agents and wiping glazes designed for use in creating interior decorative finishes. They are formulated for use by furniture refinishers, specialty painters, and scenic artists to create a variety of decorative special effects i.e., antiquing, wood graining, sponging, combing, marbling and rag rolling. Intended for use as a faux paint finish on walls, furniture, art projects, etc. Used to make stains for wet-in-wet techniques to create artistic effects, including but not limited to dirt, age, smoke damage, etc. They dry to a durable matte finish. They contain ultra violet absorbers and therefore help prevent color fading on interior surfaces that will be exposed to sun light (near doors, windows, etc). These extenders are formulated to be mixed with most universal colorant systems, such as DeGussa 888 colorants or equivalent. Ronan Aqua Cote water based enamel and industrial based colorants, such as DeGussa 896 colorants. Use colorants with a high ph value (7.5 - 8.5). Ronan Acrylic Water Based Extenders are available in three types Ultra, Deluxe, and Long Set.
• Working Time: Lab Testing Results    - The following are results achieved in the T. J. Ronan Lab over a sealed surface with 6 oz. of Huls 888 colorant added. The actual working time will depend on temperature, humidity and the type and amount of colorant used. Working Time and Recoat Time will be longer under colder and/or more humid conditions and shorter under warmer and/or less humid conditions. Working time will be shorter over a surface that is not sealed. Coating can be removed with isopropyl alcohol up to 2 hours after application.

Ultra Extender

1. - Ultra Extender is a high viscosity glaze and has the longest working time. For large jobs in warmer weather that require long open time.

• Test #1 - @ 70° F, 50% relative humidity, Working Time - 70 minutes
• Test #2 - @ 85° F. Working Time - 25 minutes.
• Allow minimum 36 hours curing time before applying clear top coat.

Deluxe Extender

2. - Deluxe Extender is similar to Ultra Extender in working time, but has a slightly thinner consistency.

• Allow minimum 36 hours curing time before applying clear top coat.

Long Set Extender

3. - Long Set Extender has the longest working time.

• Test #1 - @ 70° F, 50% relative humidity, Working Time - 2 hours
• Test #2 - @ 85° F. Working Time - 45 minutes.
• Allow minimum 48 hours curing time before applying clear top coat.
• Test temperature was maintained for an 8-hour period.

IMPORTANT!! Before using clear top coats perform a patch test 1.) to test adhesion 2.) to determine if the clear causes any cracking or lifting of the surface coating and 3.) to determine that the clear gives the desired finish (It is especially important to test for clarity over dark colors). Before using any of the products recommended read the technical data sheet on those products.

Decorators Varnish

• Decorators Varnish is a unique, polymeric waterborne, low viscosity, ultra violet resistant, clear topcoat designed to protect decorative materials when extra protection is desired on interior or exterior surfaces (2 coats recommended for exterior use). Dries to a flexible, weather resistant finish. It helps prevent color degradation by reducing the effects of harmful ultraviolet rays which cause premature fading. Formulated for use over decorative paint work (faux designs, murals, etc.) on a variety of different painted substrates (see Precautions on Technical data sheet) ( vinyl, wood, metal, plaster, glass, plastic and many synthetics). Ideal for use over wallpaper, stone, brick and fabrics. Contains ultra violet absorbers and therefore can be used to top coat interior surfaces (murals, etc.) that will be exposed to sun light (near doors, windows, etc). Cures to a non-yellowing finish and therefore can be used directly on pictures, murals, portraits. Non-Flammable, non-toxic when cured, low odor.
• Available in Dead Flat, Satin and Gloss finishes.
• Dry Time: @70° F; 50 % Relative Humidity; Dries to touch - 45 minutes - 1 hour; to handle: 2 1/2 hours: to re-coat - 4 hours; Dry hard - 8 hours. Full Cure - 72 hours. Will take longer to dry under cooler and more humid conditions. The long re-coat time is necessary to achieve optimum dead flat finish.
• Application Methods: Brush or roller.