How To Kintsugi
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On this page you'll find extra tips & tricks for your first Kintsugi repair.
BEFORE YOUR REPAIR
- Make sure to put on your gloves and protect your workstation.
The next 2 bullet points are especially important for objects you are going to put in the dishwasher.
- Sand away all sharp edges on both sides of all shards. The glue will now have a better grip on the surface.
- After the sanding, make sure all shards are clean, dry and free of dust and grease. You can use some ethanol or aceton.
DURING YOUR REPAIR
- The glue and epoxy putty harden within 5-10 min.
- Too much powder reduces the adhesive strength. Use a grain of rice as a maximum as indicated on the mixing card.
- The colder the environment you work in, the longer it takes for the resin to harden. We recommend a room temperature of 20° celsius.
- Use the brush to apply extra powder when the lines are cured. You want the golden lines to be slightly sticky when you do this.
FOOD CONTACT SAFETY
Our Kintsugi glue has been tested as a resinous and polymeric coating. Once fully cured and used as directed, repaired pieces are suitable for limited contact with food. To fully cure the repair, place the repaired object in the oven for 2 hours at 80–90°C (175–195°F).
Recommended Use: Ideal for decorative ceramics, display pieces and contact with cold foods, such as bread and pastries, chips and snacks, nuts, dried fruit, cheese and charcuterie. Dishwasher safe but gentle handwashing is preferred to preserve the beauty of the repair.
Not Recommended For: Hot liquids such as coffee, tea, soup or fresh foods, food storage, microwaves or ovens. Heat and high temperatures may affect adhesive strength and the durability of the repair.
STORAGE & SAFETY
- Keep out of reach of children
- Shelf life: 6 months in closed packaging.
- Do not use below 10° Celsius and store in a dry & frost-free place.