{"product_id":"repair-care-dry-flex-1-300ml","title":"Repair Care Dry Flex 1 300ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eRepair Care DRY FLEX® 1 is a high-performance, two-component epoxy repair compound designed to permanently restore decayed timber. Its unique flexible formulation moves naturally with the wood, helping to prevent cracking or de-bonding as the timber expands and contracts with seasonal changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a rapid curing time of approximately one hour under normal conditions, DRY FLEX® 1 is ideal for smaller repairs or situations where a fast turnaround is required. Once cured, it can be sanded, shaped and painted just like timber, making it perfect for repairing windows, doors, fascias, soffits and other exterior joinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the Repair Care timber repair system, DRY FLEX® 1 should be used in conjunction with DRY FIX® Wood Stabiliser to create long-lasting structural repairs that eliminate the need for costly timber replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing rotten window frames and sills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring timber doors and door frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing fascias, soffits and bargeboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExterior joinery repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocalised timber decay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepair Care DRY FLEX also comes in DRY FLEX 4 and DRY FLEX 16, which have slower curing times and offer more working time. Check out our blog to help choose which product is best for your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible epoxy repair compound that moves with the timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 1-hour curing time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent adhesion to sound timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplicable to other materials, including masonry, plaster, concrete, and metal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for interior and exterior use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be sanded, shaped, drilled and painted once cured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResistant to moisture and weathering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePermanent repair solution for decayed timber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare the timber by removing all paint, coatings and decayed wood until only sound timber remains. The moisture content of the timber should be 18% or lower before proceeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrime the repair area with Repair Care DRY FIX®, applying a thin coat to all exposed timber surfaces. Leave for 20-45 minutes, then wipe away any excess with a clean, lint-free cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDRY FLEX® is supplied as two separate components that should be mixed in equal proportions using a Repair Care mixing board or clean mixing surface. Using a mixing knife, fold and spread the material repeatedly until it becomes a completely uniform colour with no streaks remaining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the repair compound by pressing it firmly against all exposed timber surfaces to maximise adhesion. Build up the repair in layers where necessary, rather than applying one excessively thick section.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape the repair before the compound has fully cured, trimming away excess material and recreating the original timber profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce fully cured, sand smooth and apply a suitable primer within two weeks before finishing with your chosen paint system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTop tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrime exposed timber with Repair Care DRY FIX® before applying DRY FLEX®.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix thoroughly until the colour is completely uniform - poor mixing can result in soft spots or incomplete curing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly mix as much material as you can apply within the product's working time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep mixing tools clean to prevent contamination between batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the appropriate DRY FLEX® grade (1, 4 or 16) to suit the repair size, ambient temperature and the amount of working time you require.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove all decayed timber before beginning the repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the timber moisture content is no greater than 18%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress the repair compound firmly against all exposed timber surfaces before building up the repair in layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSand and decorate once fully cured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.089%; height: 108.563px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.8633%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eShelf life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.777%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e2 years from date of manufacture (unopened)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.8633%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.777%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eCool, dry place (5\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e°C-40\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e°C tolerance)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.8633%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWorking time at 20\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.777%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e15-20mins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.8633%;\"\u003eCuring time (1cm thick at 20\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.777%;\"\u003e1 hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.8633%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eApplication temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.777%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e0\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e°C-25\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.8633%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eRepair thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 53.777%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e5-10mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMPN: 2023005\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Repair Care","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57406438932857,"sku":"REP-DFL1-300","price":67.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8985\/7461\/files\/RepairCareDRYFLEX1.jpg?v=1782388795","url":"https:\/\/restorate.co.uk\/products\/repair-care-dry-flex-1-300ml","provider":"Restorate","version":"1.0","type":"link"}