Metallic Epoxy Resins, decoration resins

PURE METAL Decorative Metallic Resin

Apply…Design…Polish…to Create Textured Liquid Metal Effects

 

The PURE METAL COLLECTION is a special epoxy resin that allows you to create shiny and durable textured metal surfaces. The application process is easy and allows for unlimited 3D decorative options on furniture, as a stencilled wall decoration, or it can even be applied on floors. The finished surface gets its brilliance from the high concentration of metallic microspheres in the resin.

The soft resin is applied with a metal trowel to achieve a base layer of material. Then use any type of decorative trowel or ornamental roller to create a 3D design for a one-of-a-kind effect. After the resin has dried, then it is sanded and polished to a luminous metallic shine. It can also be used to create repeated designs for product series production. This effect was developed mainly for business and professional use.

 

When light shines on the finished surface, it shimmers like real polished metal due to the high concentration of metal powders in the resin. The resin is a thick, soft brown plaster that comes in 10 metallic colours. Our goal was to create a dynamic range of metallic shades which showcases the natural and burnished shades of real metals.

Due to the thickness of the soft resin, it can be applied and decorated on horizontal and vertical surfaces with no issues of the material sagging. After the resin is spread on the surface with a metal trowel, you can continue to work the material to make the desired texture or decoration.

The Pure Metal Collection allows industries to easily reproduce products or surfaces in a series. This is usually accomplished with a decorative roller or another standardized system.

The Pure Metal Collection was developed with Cromas Paints extensive scientific experience in producing special effect paints and resins. The luminous colours of the Pure Metal Collection include:

  • PM.01 ZINC
  • PM.02 BRASS
  • PM.03 BRONZE 5050
  • PM.04 BRONZE 7030 (a warmer color)
  • PM.05 COPPER
  • PM.06 BURNISHED ZINC (dark Zinc)
  • PM.07 BURNISHED BRASS (dark Brass)
  • PM.08 DARK BURNISHED BRASS (a darker Brass)
  • PM.09 BURNISHED BRONZE (dark Bronze)
  • PM.10 BURNISHED COPPER (dark Copper)

Our range of 3D textured finishes include:

  • HUNTERS DREAM … use roller in straight line for a reptile effect
  • SILK ROAD … use crumpled paper
  • INDUSTRIAL ERA … use roller for a grid effect
  • DESERT PATH … use roller in straight line
  • ANCIENT TIME … use roller in cross direction

Technical and Application Information

  • Pure Metal is a bi-component and metallic epoxy resin that must be accurately mixed with the specified hardener. The base is a thick dark brown paste, and when it is mixed with the hardener, it creates the optimal thickness for easy spreading on horizontal and vertical surfaces with a metal trowel. The resin will be dry in about 24 hours.
  • After at least 48 hours of drying, you can start the sanding and polishing  process using an orbital sander and polishing machine. We suggest to use the following sandpaper grits – P180 or P320 to start, then P400 / P800 / P1000 / P2000. If you want more metallic shine, use finer sanding pads from P3000 to P6000. After sanding, polish to bring the surface to a brilliant shine as seen in the pictures.
  • The finished result will be a one-of-a-kind metallic surface that is durable with high resistance to scratching
  • Also, due to the high level of real metallic powders, the surface can oxidize over time just like any raw metal surface
  • It is possible to protect the surface with wax or a transparent topcoat. We do not suggest these options unless it is necessary, because it can reduce the shine
  • As another option, apply our Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin in a thin layer over the 3D resin. This creates a transparent and flat protective layer that is also very durable with a high gloss shine.
  • The application cycle includes applying a suitable primer on the surface. We suggest to tint the primer to a dark brown or tone on tone colour so you do not see the base material if you sand through the Pure Metal layer
  • This product is a solvent-free and water-free metallic epoxy resin with 100% solids materials

Artistic Creations

The Pure Metal resin is a versatile product that is not only suitable for artisanal and industrial processes, but also for artistic creations. Below is a creation by one of our staff (Elisabetta Contini Orsetti) to showcase how different metallic colours can be blended for a special effect.

Application and Storage

  • For best results, it is suggested to warm up the resin to about 20°C before starting the mixing with the hardener because the ambient temperature has an effect on the viscosity of the resin
  • The application and drying of the resin should be in a warm area especially during the winter months. The temperature should be more than 20°C. Below this temperature, the length of time need to dry the resin can be longer
  • The surface material to be coated along with the working area should be dry with low humidity in the air
  • It is important to store the resin in a warm area during the winter months

Pre-Production Testing

The application of the Pure Metal metallic epoxy resin is suggested for professionals and craftspeople. We always recommend that you complete application tests to understand the application and finishing processes. This is more important if you have not used our Pure Metal before.

Our goal is to provide the most practical application information, so our advice is based on our extensive research and testing. But there are many factors in this process, so it is always advisable to test each product before moving on to the production stage.

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