In a message dated 1/21/2008 2:16:02 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, Jackbriles
writes:
To All in the last year who have asked me about the mastic I use (Mastico) I
found an earlier E-Mail and found it useful, it came from the INPCRP
Archives, in 2003
I thought it might help someone about the shelf life and may answer the
questions I have been asked.
From: _Jackbriles(a)aol.com_ (mailto:Jackbriles@aol.com)
Subject: [INPCRP] Mastico Shelf Life -- Storage Temp.
Date: Mon, 5 May 2003 22:42:51 EDT
To the List,
I talked to the Chemical Co that manufactures what Hilgartner Natural
Stone Co. in Baltimore refers to as Mastico. The chemical co's name is
FOGLIA, in east Brunswick NJ. The Owner said they only sell to jobbers and
Hilgartner and others either use the MASTICO or their own Brand Name.
Another Jobber he gave me is EASTERN MARBLE in New Jersey. Their
Brand on what he manufactures is called IITALIAN CRAFTSMAN MARBLE ADHESIVE.
The Shelf life on the Epoxies unopened is a little over 2 years at 70% or
below. Opened, if kept in a cool place, it may last 2 years if sealed tight.
FREEZING will not bother it. HOT temperatures will destroy it. On hot summer
days keep it in the shade, or Seal it in an air tight bag and submerse it in
cold water. As long as you are using it during the day it will be ok. During
hot summer months try to use it up before the summer is over if it is
opened.
If you have any that has been opened at years end, seal it tight and place
it
in a cool (60 to 70%) spot for the winter. Use this one first in the spring.
The Phone number for Hilgartner Natural Stone Co.that sells MASTICO is; Area
code (410) 752-4832 in Maryland
The Number for Eastern Marble that sells The same thing (Mastico) under the
Brand Name; ITALIAN CRAFTSMAN ADHESIVE, in New Jersey is; (908) 789-6400 It
is all made in East Brunswick NJ
I wont mention Mastico again. But I thought the Life of the Epoxy and
how to store it was Important to some on the list, To the others, Sorry.
Enjoy and God Bless
_jackbriles(a)aol.com_ (mailto:jackbriles@aol.com)
Jack E. Briles Sr.
Floyd Co. PCRP Coordinator
PO Box 444
New Albany, In. 47151-0444
(812) 282-6585
Jack E. Briles Sr.
jackbriles(a)aol.com
Floyd Co. Coordinator INPCRP
PO Box 444
New Albany, In 47151-0444
(812) 282-6585
Cell (502) 987-5674
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