All decay must be removed prior to application for the system to work properly. The moisture content of the remaining wood must be below 18%. A Repair Care Wood Condition Meter is available to check the moisture content.
As soon as the DRY FLEX® is fully cured, it can be sanded and then painted or stained. The exact curing time of DRY FLEX® depends on the size of repair, application temperature, and humidity. The curing time stated on our products is for guidance only.
Yes, most paints and stains can be used over DRY FLEX®.
Yes, you can and we recommend drilling a pilot hole first.
DRY FLEX® should be applied in dry weather and above freezing point. (above 10 degrees for DRY FLEX® 16).
Details can be found on each product page.
DRY FLEX® 16 can be used up to 50mm deep in temperatures of 10-35°C. DRY FLEX® 4 can be used up to 20mm deep during warm weather (10 – 35°C) and 50mm in depth during colder weather (0-10°C). DRY FLEX® 1 is suitable for repairs up to 10mm deep. There should always be a minimum […]
The DRY FLEX® system has been used extensively on many historic buildings. Please ask your local conservation officer to contact us if there are any queries.
Let it dry naturally. If you force the drying process, only the surface will dry for a short time and the remaining moisture will be pushed further into the wood. However, this moisture will want to get out as quickly as possible and will soon reach the surface again.
A minimum layer thickness of 5 mm is required for repairs with DRY FLEX® 1, 4, 16 and IN and BIO FLEX® ALLROUND EN COOL.
