Whats the difference between consolidation and patch/filling?
ConServ Epoxy 100 Consolidant is a water thin, crystal clear, flexible two-part epoxy used to impregnate or saturate the decayed area of wood. The introduction of the flexible epoxy deep into the affected area will serve to consolidate or “petrify” the rotted wood fibers into a durable surface unaffected by the ravages of weather, bugs and abuse. On some repairs with minor surface damage consolidation will suffice to prepare the wood for primer and paint. On repairs requiring larger patches to fill voids and cracks or to replicate damaged shapes, the consolidant 100 must be used as a primer to create a “tough and toothy” base for the 200 patch/filler to adhere to. These void filling repairs call for a flexible epoxy filler capable of sticking to the surrounding wood tenaciously while filling and keeping the desired shape. Once cured the ConServ Epoxy 200 Patch/Filler is easily worked to conform to shape and accept fasteners and finishes like wood.
