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Re: A cheap solution
By:Brian Nystrom
Date: 6/17/2003, 3:21 pm
In Response To: Re: A cheap solution (Patsy)

: Interesting. So the non-skid property comes from breaking up the surface and
: leaving little pock marks, so to speak?

Yeah, that's the basic premise.

: From what I've read, the LPU dries
: very quickly. Does it stay soft for awhile like epoxy though? It must to
: do what you are suggesting.

I couldn't say, as I haven't used it. Still, it must provide some working time. You may also be able to adjust it by changing the amount of catalyst (hardener) you use. Check with the manufacturer.

Messages In This Thread

Material: Non-Skid Powder
Patsy -- 6/16/2003, 10:37 am
Re: Material: Non-Skid Powder
Chip Sandresky -- 6/16/2003, 5:25 pm
A cheap solution
Brian Nystrom -- 6/16/2003, 12:25 pm
Re: A cheap solution
srchr/gerald -- 6/16/2003, 4:51 pm
Re: A cheap solution
mike allen -- 6/16/2003, 1:50 pm
Re: A cheap solution
Patsy -- 6/16/2003, 1:23 pm
Re: A cheap solution
Brian Nystrom -- 6/17/2003, 3:21 pm