Utilise the same method when working with porcelain paving tiles as with working with stone or concrete. The base on which the porcelain is laid must be able to drain. If the base is non-permeable then EASYJoint Pro or EASYGrout should be used.

Clean. Brush or wipe away any dust that results from the sanding and dry the area you’re working with. If this is the case, you’ll notice that it doesn’t shrink during the drying process, which is another plus. After use, if you’re not comfortable with the color, you can follow up with the porcelain paint provided by the same manufacturer. A single 12.5Kg Tub of EASYJoint will cover approximately the following areas of paving* Paving Size (mm) Now, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer and prepare the mixture. Follow up by adding the formula over the desired place.

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Don’t worry if some of it falls over the tape, because that’s the reason we taped it in the first place. Here, use a spatula to get rid of the formula excess. And then, smooth it once again using your finger. And we wait. It should take a couple of hours for the formula to sit in and do its job. 3. Post-Treatment We use different products for different situations. PC-11 filler epoxy is a very good option for filling in smaller missing pieces and visible repair lines (7). What you’re looking for in a good filler is: exceptional adhesion; won’t shrink We, Lakeside Pottery Studio, are often asked if we can refire a broken pot or a statue in a kiln and make it "perfect" again. A potter simply cannot refire a broken pot and make it whole again. The only way to restore such an object is by using "cold materials and process". The first step to fix broken pottery or a ceramic object is by mending the pieces with two-part epoxy adhesive. With modern adhesives, fillers, paints and cold glaze, it's possible to perform seamless repairs to damaged ceramic and pottery objects. must first identify the type of ceramic involved. Because an exact fit is essential in repairing ceramics, you must adjust the pieces precisely before the glue sets. Five-minute epoxies and instant glues might cure too fast and are not recommended

Apply. Apply an appropriate amount of the mixed epoxy adhesive to the chip in the sink (so as not to produce too much excess) and press the broken piece into it, ensuring a good fit, until it stays held in place. Sand. Use a fine sandpaper to gently roughen the surfaces you’re bonding. Don’t sand too hard or long – you want the keep the fit between the broken piece and the chip in the sink as perfect as possible. Wet the Paving. Thoroughly soak the patio or paved area to be jointed with lots of water using a hose. The paving must be absolutely saturated before starting and remain soaked throughout the application process ‘the wetter, the better.’ We strongly recommend not shortcutting this process, particularly when working with absorbent or sensitive materials such as Sandstone, Granite and Limestone. Highly absorbent and porous stone will require sealing, 2-3 days prior to laying, on its top surface and four edges.selected areas. Clean the entire piece with alcohol to prepare the surface for painting and cold glazing to hide the repair lines.

It is also worth pointing out that because dirty surface water can drain through the joint, over time it will result in a visual change to the EASYJoint colour. This is entirely natural; it is not a fault and it will not impair the integrity of the product. enough adhesive to cover the edge. Too little will leave gaps, resulting in a weak repair; too much will make it difficult to achieve a tight joint. Paving, Pointing & Grouting We offer a range of pointing and grouting materials for jointing your patio slabs, outdoor paving or driveway including flowable slurry grouts such as UltraScape Flowpoint, brush-in grouts like EasyJoint and gun injected mortar for fine pointing. As well as supplying paving primer, sealants and paving and driveway cleaners. and colored hardeners mixed with additives to create strength. Matching colors, texture, and sheen is the longest and the most difficult part of process to mastering ceramic restoration. The match must be perfect if it’s expected to be invisible.while curing; workable—can be drilled and sanded; paintable; water/oil proof; will tolerate a wide temperature range without shrinking or expanding. We let the filler epoxy cure at 110°F so it cures very hard, which is needed before sanding. If you have a piece of ceramic that’s broken in more than a couple of pieces, plan the attachment sequence to avoid being left with a final piece that cannot be easily attached or fit in. Numbering the pieces after a dry run is a good idea and will

For homeowners, watching chips or scratches in your porcelain surfaces is very frustrating. First, because it ruins the overall decoration of the house; and secondly, because of the amount you’ll have to spend on services to fix it. Mix. Mix the resin and hardener together for the length of time specified on the product’s instructions. In dry conditions and warm temperatures and humidity, EASYJoint should be firm enough to walk on within 24 hours and will cure hard within a few days. EASYJoint can be applied in virtually any weather conditions, however it is best practice to ensure that ground temperatures are greater than 3 degrees during the grout installation. Once installed, freezing conditions will not impair EASYJoint All Weather Jointing Mortar.Whilst following the instructions carefully, if you do happen to make an error with EASYJoint, don’t worry, the only stain or picture framing that the jointing compound may potentially leave is linseed oil which will disappear and fade over time. By using lots of water when brushing the product in, it will ensure that any linseed oil will sit on top and simply get washed away! Detailed instructions on how to joint paving with our sweep in sand can be found inside the EASYJoint tub. Frequently asked questions before using EASYJoint brush-in patio grout! Does EASYJoint brush-in patio grout need a permeable sub-base? that oozes from the joint can be removed later using a razor blade (6). Fixing an Item with Multiple Breaks