The Leather Thickening Agent EXPERT LINE is a functional additive based on synthetic polyurethanes used to increase viscosity and modify rheological properties of water-based polyurethane dispersions and products based on them: leather paints, protective varnishes, repair compositions.
The Leather Thickening Agent EXPERT LINE polyurethane thickening agent has the following unique properties:
- Excellent thickening properties;
- Maintains the clarity and stability of formulations;
- Makes the application more convenient;
- Prevents dripping when applied to vertical surfaces;
- Reduces splashing;
- Highest environmental class;
- Meets modern tanning industry standards.
Suitable for: cars, furniture, aviation, marine, shoes, bags and upholstery
Leather types: dyed leather, semi-aniline leather, aniline leather, artificial leather, vegetable-tanned leather, pull-up leather
Brand: LeTech
Manufacturer: LeTech International Ltd (UK)
Storage conditions: In tightly closed containers and in dry, ventilated rooms free from direct sunlight. Temperature range 5-35°C with relative humidity max. 80%
Shelf life: 2 years from production date
Description
The Leather Thickening Agent EXPERT LINE is a functional additive based on synthetic polyurethanes used to increase the viscosity and change the rheological properties of aqueous polyurethane dispersions and products based on them: leather paints, protective varnishes, repair compositions.
The Leather Thickening Agent for polyurethane coatings is perfect when you need a thicker coat. For example, the glossy Leather Top Coat Gloss, by adding the Leather Thickening Agent, can create the super glossy finish you need for restoring your patent leather shoes.
The addition of the Leather Thickening Agent does not affect the colour rendering and transparency of the compounds. The addition of a the Leather Thickening Agent does not alter the drying time of the film coatings and does not impair the interlayer adhesion.
Advantages
The Leather Thickening Agent EXPERT LINE polyurethane coating thickener offers the following advantages:
- Excellent thickening properties;
- Maintains the clarity and stability of formulations;
- Makes the application more convenient;
- Prevents dripping when applied to vertical surfaces;
- Reduces splashing;
- Highest environmental class;
- Meets modern tanning industry standards.
Instructions
The Leather Thickening Agent is a professional product. Working with it requires specific application techniques as well as an understanding of the properties of the product.
Our LeTech ACADEMY - LeCademy + provides training in the correct use of our professional care and restoration products as well as support during your work.
The Leather Thickening Agent EXPERT LINE is supplied ready to use, no pre-dilution is necessary. The Leather Thickening Agent EXPERT LINE is supplied ready to use.
The Leather Thickening Agent is added in an amount from 1 % to 5 % of the composition volume to the Leather Colourant, the Leather Top Coat or the Heavy Filler or the Leather Light Filler!
Adding too much the Leather Thickening Agent to Leather Colourant can make the product too thick, therefore, gradually add it in small quantities.