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Curing times will be affected if not mixed fully or temperatures are lower than 72° F. The lower the temperatures are, the longer it will take to cure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd LXC MEKP to your cart NOW!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMix Thoroughly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlways scrape the sides and bottom of your container to ensure the resin and catalyst are 100% combined. Unmixed portions will leave uncured spots on your project. Use a smooth-sided container and avoid using drill mixing bits.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork in Small Batches:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMix only what you can easily apply within 7 minutes. Start with a 1-pint batch to gauge your working time. 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Everything must be bone dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Weather Adjustments:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDuring hot summer months, consider reducing your catalyst ratio to 0.75% to extend your working time before the resin gels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProper Safety Gear (PPE) is Non-Negotiable:\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVentilation \u0026amp; Respirators:\u003c\/b\u003e always work in a well-ventilated area and it is strongly recommend a respirator fitted with organic vapor cartridges be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGloves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gloves must be used, heavy duty gloves are encouraged. Nitrile gloves are okay, but \u003cstrong\u003elatex tends to be better\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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