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Original Post By:
Papaya Boy
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Date: 2/2/2010 12:10:09 PM |
http://www.nanopool.eu/couk/index.htm
http://www.physorg.com/news184310039.html
"The liquid glass spray produces a water-resistant coating only around 100 nanometers (15-30 molecules) thick. On this nanoscale the glass is highly flexible and breathable. The coating is environmentally harmless and non-toxic, and easy to clean using only water or a simple wipe with a damp cloth. It repels bacteria, water and dirt, and resists heat, UV light and even acids. UK project manager with Nanopool, Neil McClelland, said soon almost every product you purchase will be coated with liquid glass"
The wood finish of the future? No more humidifiers?Natural wood feel and look? Termite proof? Every uke could be a beach uke?
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Posted By:
Christie
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Date: 2/2/2010 4:28:12 PM |
| Can they line cans with it instead of using BPA? Can I use it as a varnish replacment? Sorry to interrupt uke content.
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Posted By:
Papaya Boy
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Date: 2/2/2010 4:52:23 PM |
Christie,they said "non-toxic,acid resistant and almost every product you purchase" so most likely it can be used for a food safety purpose.The question is how does it stand up to base ph.I have a lot more questions too,,,,like will it be used on my robotic flying car that I"m still waiting on so I can play my uke going to work.
PB
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Posted By:
Neal
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Date: 2/4/2010 5:41:47 PM |
Silicon based. Wonder what the luthiers would say about this. Is this a finish or something you spray on to protect?
If it's a protect after finish, on instruments it would be anathema. If a luthier knew you had silicon on your uke, he wouldn't let it into his shop, from what I understand.
Could be wrong. Silicon never leaves, and it contaminates. It will prevent a glue bond or other repairs.
From what I understand...
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Posted By:
ChefJeff
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Date: 2/5/2010 9:43:34 AM
(Updated: 2/5/2010 9:46:22 AM)
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Silicon is an element (Si) that rarely occurs in nature in its pure form. It has many uses, probably the best known being as the main component of semiconductors. Silica and silicates can be made into glass and ceramics. In this case it sounds like someone has figured out how to package it up as a spray that leaves a thin glass or glass-like finish.
Silicon is also a component part of silicone, the name used for various synthetic plastic compounds that can cause the problems you describe. Silicone is that slippery, rubbery stuff used to make bakeware, silicone sealer, etc. As you say, once it's on a surface glues and finishes won't stick and it is very difficult to remove. As an example, hand creams are banned in defense electronics plants because they often contain silicone that can interfere with soldering.
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