Epoxies have been used to repair decayed and damaged wood here in the U.S. for at least 4 decades. The first materials that were developed ( and some still in use today ) uses an older epoxy chemistry that relies on micro-balloons to add thickness and to create a paste like consistency.
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When working on older properties the durability of the old growth lumber used to fabricate the architectural elements is superior to lumber available today.
As this quality material gets exposed to the elements of sun and moisture the exposed surface begins to show signs of surface mold, graying and checking.
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Often decisions are made whether to repair or replace based on the capacity of the workforce and the skills needed to execute the work. Buildings are gutted, windows removed, details torn down not because they are not valued but because the building owner/manager can't locate qualified trades to complete the project.
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Cemenitious:
These materials are 1 part and come pre-mixed or in a dry powder form to be mixed and applied by the user. These materials are normally packaged in tubes or cans. Ceminitious patching materials can either be water based or solvent base.
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