Wax & Styrene Solution

Wax Solution Additive for Polyester Resin Surface Cure and Tack-Free Finish

Wax & Styrene Solution is an additive used in polyester resin systems to achieve a tack-free surface cure. Available in 1L and 4kg sizes, it is commonly added to unwaxed resin to allow full curing in contact with air.

This solution contains paraffin wax dissolved in styrene and is designed to rise to the surface during curing, forming a barrier that prevents air inhibition. This allows the resin to fully cure and produce a hard, non-tacky finish.

Wax & Styrene Solution is typically used for final layers in fibreglass laminating where a cured surface is required for finishing, sanding or coating. It is widely used in marine, automotive and general composite applications.

Suitable for trade and industrial use, it provides a practical way to convert unwaxed laminating resin into a finishing resin.

Features & Benefits

Key Features

• Wax solution additive for polyester resin systems
• Available in 1L and 4kg sizes
• Contains paraffin wax in styrene
• Designed to create a surface curing barrier
• Used for final layer applications

Key Benefits

• Allows resin to cure to a hard, tack-free finish
• Prevents air inhibition during curing
• Enables sanding and finishing of cured surfaces
• Converts laminating resin into finishing resin
• Improves surface quality of fibreglass work

How It Works

• Solution is added to polyester resin before catalysing
• Wax rises to the surface during curing
• Forms a barrier that blocks oxygen
• Allows full surface cure to a non-tacky finish

Key Applications

• Final layers in fibreglass laminating
• Producing tack-free resin finishes
• Surface preparation for sanding and coating
• Marine and automotive fibreglass work
• Composite manufacturing applications

Trade Tips

• Only use in final layers where a cured surface is required
• Do not use between laminate layers as it inhibits bonding
• Mix thoroughly for even distribution
• Follow recommended addition ratios for best results

Wax & Styrene Solution FAQs

Q1. What is wax and styrene solution used for?
A1. It is used to create a tack-free surface when curing polyester resin.

Q2. When should it be used?
A2. It should be used in the final layer of laminating where a fully cured surface is required.

Q3. Can it be used between layers?
A3. No, it prevents proper bonding between layers.

Q4. How does it work?
A4. The wax rises to the surface and forms a barrier that blocks oxygen during curing.

Q5. What resins is it used with?
A5. It is used with polyester resin systems.

Q6. What sizes are available?
A6. 1L and 4kg.