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International Gelshield 200

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  • Protects against osmosis
  • Quick-drying epoxy primer
  • Easy processing
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Product description

Protect your polyester boat against osmosis with International Gelshield 200. This fast-drying epoxy primer is easy to apply and forms a moisture-resistant barrier. As a result, International Gelshield 200 is the ideal primer for protecting polyester against osmosis. The 2-component epoxy primer can be used at temperatures from as low as 5°C and cures quickly, allowing multiple coats to be applied in a single day.

For effective osmosis protection, we recommend applying at least five coats of Gelshield 200, with a total thickness of 250 µm.

What is osmosis? Osmosis is a process in which water penetrates the polyester, which can lead to blistering and damage to the gelcoat. Would you like to learn more about osmosis and its treatment? Then read our article: 'Treating osmosis in 5 steps'.

Benefits of International Gelshield 200

  • Fast-drying epoxy primer.
  • Excellent protection against osmosis.
  • Easy to apply at temperatures from 5°C.

Directions for use

Check the technical documentation for any pre-treatment of the polyester surface (please check the important tips in the documentation). If you have pre-treated the polyester, ensure the surface is clean and dust-free. Then open the container and add the hardener to the base, stir well and allow it to stand for 10 minutes. This allows air bubbles to escape. Then apply the number of layers that is specified in the specification sheets (minimum total dry film thickness of 250 µm). 

Tip: with the 2k primer materials package you immediately have all the materials you need!

Specifications

Colours: grey & green
Mixing ratio: 3:1 by volume (as supplied)
Recommended number of coats: 5 coats of 50 µm
Coverage: +/- 8.1m2 per litre
Application method: brush or roller
Shelf life: 2 years
Finish: matt
Tack-free after: 1 hour (23°C)
Recoatable after: 3 hours (max. 6 months, 23°C)
Substrate: polyester (gelcoat)

Packaging Surface
0.75 litres approx. 6 m2
2.5 litres approx. 20 m2
For more information on properties and processing refer to the technical documentation.

Everything for your boat maintenance!

Primers, antifouling, boat paints, gelcoat, topcoat and all other products for boat maintenance are available at Polyestershoppen.com! All our products are delivered quickly from stock. If you order before 5:00 pm CET (Central European Time), your order will be dispatched the same day!

Do you have questions about osmosis treatment, repairs or antifouling? Just take a look in our information centre. Would you rather contact our specialists directly? We are ready to assist you via email, telephone, WhatsApp or live chat!

Product properties

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Article number
LAK000691
Geschikt voor
Polyester boten
Product type
Osmosis protection, 2K Primer

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