Palmer Products Corp.
Mirror-Mastic: Mirro-Mastic® Specifications. CSI 3-Part Specifications.
Mirror-Mastic: MIRRO-MASTIC®
1. PRODUCT NAME
Mirror-Mastic: MIRRO-MASTIC®
2. MANUFACTURER
Palmer Products Corporation
P.O. Box 7155
Louisville, KY 40257
Phone: |
(800) 431-6151 |
FAX: |
(502) 895-9253 |
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Basic Use: Mirro-Mastic® is a high quality adhesive
formulated for installing mirrors. It may be used on both plate
glass mirror and acrylic or plastic mirrors on various
substrates.
Composition and Materials: Palmer Mirro-Mastic® is composed of petroleum resins, aliphatic solvents and a thickener.
4. TECHNICAL DATA
Flash point: Over 160°F (71.1°C) as tested by an
independent laboratory.
Color: Black
Application: Palmer Electric Applicator, Mastik Stik or caulking gun
Coverage: One gallon of Palmer Mirro-Mastic® will install approximately 35 square feet of mirror with 60% of the back of the mirror being covered. This can be accomplished by using the Palmer Electric Applicator and applying four scoops of mastic per square foot. (Note: We recommend a minimum of two scoops of mastic per square foot.)
Clean up: Mineral Spirits
Storage: Ideal storage 50°F to 85°F (10° to 29.4 °C)
Shelf Life: Unopened cans may be stored for five years or more. Unopened cartridges may be stored for up to two years.
Packaging: 11 oz. Cartridges: (24 cartridges per case)
1-Quart Cans: (6 quarts per case)
29 oz. Cartridges: (12 cartridges per case)
1-Gallon Cans: (4 gallons per case)
5 Gallon Pails
Custom packaging available
WARNING
All Palmer Products must be used only for approved purposes,
and must be applied only in accordance with Palmer's
installation instructions, as set forth in Palmer's specification
sheet and installation guides. (Available upon request from
Palmer or its distributors.) The user bears all risk of damage,
injury or other loss arising out of any non-approved use and /or
improper installation of any Palmer Product. If Palmer's
installation instructions are not followed, in whole or part, for
whatever reason, then mechanical fasteners of sufficient size
and strength must immediately be used to insure safety of the
installation pending prompt proper reinstallation by the product
user. Any failure to properly utilize or apply any Palmer product
may result in property damage, bodily injury or death. Palmer
shall not be responsible for these or any other types of misuse
of its products. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Interior Unpainted Walls
1. Moisture resistant drywall provides the best surface for
applying mirrors. Today most interior plywood, particleboard or
fiberboard are treated with fire retardants that may cause poor
adhesion.
2. Walls must be clean and dry. Also, make sure the walls are rigid, plumb, and smooth. Seal surface with Palmer Mirro-Mastic Bond prior to application of adhesive. Never apply over previously painted surface or wall covering.
3. Palmer Mirro-Mastic is formulated to protect mirror silvering. If unsure of the mirror backing and for proper adhesion, use Palmer Mirro-Bac Paint. Also, if mirror is cut from a larger sheet of mirror, the back edge should be sealed with Palmer Mirro-Bac Paint or edge sealer to prevent deterioration of silvering along edge.
4. For speed, economy, and proper installation, use the Palmer Electric Applicator to dispense Palmer Mirro-Mastic. Heating each scoop with the applicator will speed the setting time. Other methods may not give proper coverage, and can result in uneven distribution and adhesion. For maximum coverage apply four (4) scoops per square foot of Mirro-Mastic to allow approximately 60% coverage when pressed into place. Each scoop of mastic should be the size of a ping pong ball and will spread to a pat approximately 4 1/2" in diameter when pressed into place. When using a cartridge, the mastic should be dispensed in a ball of similar size. An air space should be left between the pressed pats to allow the mastic to set up. We recommend a minimum of two (2) pats per square foot. There are 130 to 135 electric applicator scoops of mastic to a gallon.
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5. After mastic application, press mirror into place allowing 1/8" to 3/16" space between mirror and substrate. The bottom of the mirror should be supported with a "J" channel, L-hanger, pins, double-faced tape or other device. Large wall mirrors should be cushioned at floor or base.
6. For best adhesion both the mirror and the substrate should be above 40°F (4.4°C)
For the following applications all installation instructions above must be followed in addition to proper preparation of the substrate as set forth below.
Painted or Papered Walls
1. If these surfaces cannot be removed, scratch or sand
through to the original surface and apply Palmer Mirro-Mastic
Bond before using Mirro-Mastic. If these surfaces cannot be
easily removed, it may be wise to resurface the walls with
drywall.
Ceiling Application (Maximum mirror size - 16 square
feet)
1. To get the proper application, the Palmer Electric Applicator
MUST be used. Ceiling mirrors must be applied with four
applicators scoops of mastic to the square foot in conjunction
with permanently installed mechanical fasteners and applied to
moisture resistant drywall. Wood products should not be used.
2. Be sure ceiling is not under bathrooms or kitchen where bowl, sink, or tub water could run over and damage ceiling.
3. Press into place and gauge for 1/8" to 3/16" clearance between ceiling and mirror.
Wood - Unfinished
1. These wood products may be treated with fire retardants that
prevent good adhesion. Apply Mirro-Mastic Bond prior to the
use of Mirro-Mastic. Raw wood must be bond coated.
2. Unfinished wood products must be bond coated on both sides to prevent moisture absorption.
Wood - Prefinished
1. Remove finish down to wood. Apply Mirro-Mastic Bond prior
to the use of Mirro-Mastic.
Concrete or Cement
1. The surface must be clean, dry, and free of paint. Apply
Mirro-Mastic Bond prior to the application of Mirro-Mastic.
Vitreous Brick, Glazed Tile, Glass, and Porcelain
These surfaces must be clean and dry, but do not need
Mirro-Mastic Bond application.
Steel or Other Metals
1. These surfaces must be clean and free of rust, paint, oil, and
moisture, but do not need Mirro-Mastic Bond application.
MIRRO-MASTIC BOND
For excellent penetration and sealing of substructures, Palmer
Mirro-Mastic Bond is compounded specifically for use with
Mirro-Mastic. It is easy and quick to apply by brush, roller, or
spray. Wall surfaces such as vitreous brick, glazed tile, glass,
clean metal or porcelain do not need Mirro-Mastic Bond
application. Do Not use near fire or open flame.
MIRRO-BAC PAINT
To insulate the back of a mirror for added protection, use
Palmer Mirro-Bac Paint. Do Not use near fire or open flame.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER
Nothing herein shall be deemed to constitute a warranty, either
express or implied by Palmer Products Corporation with
respect to Mirro-Mastic®, Mirro-Mastic Bond, Mirro-Bac Paint
or any other Palmer product. Palmer hereby disclaims all
warranties, including without limitation, implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. This
disclaimer shall extend to all users of Palmer Products and to
any third party.
Any dispute or claim of whatsoever type arising out of the use of any Palmer product shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Palmer's sole liability, if any, and any user's or third party claimant's sole and exclusive remedy relating to any such dispute or claim shall be replacement of the Palmer product used.
AVAILABILITY
Palmer Mirro-Mastics and companion products are distributed
by:
C.R. Laurence Company - |
(800) 421-6144 |
Sommer and Maca - |
(800) 323-9200 |
ACI Distribution - |
(800) 221-8408 |
TECHNICAL SERVICES
For information not covered in these directions and/or technical
assistance, please call:
Palmer Products Corporation 1-800-431-6151