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All About ResinMoldTM
Updated May-2012 |
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Brief Description:
ResinMoldTM is
made from a syntactic polymer compound with a cellular structure quite
similar to wood and may be handled much the same as wood and
stains
same as wood. It is fairly rigid to touch but still flexible. There are 1000's of profiles that match their wood and
ArchPolymerTM counterparts.
It can
be used for Concave and Convex Curves and Arches. Even
complex crowns mouldings with dentils can be made from for these applications.
ResinMoldTM is water, rot and insect resistant, thus it is very suitable for wet
areas. It is great for Interior and Exterior applications.
For most
profiles it is custom made per order, although certain profiles may be stocked.
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Straight
Lengths:
All
profiles are available in Straight lengths. Perfect for swimming pool
applications or wet basements. For some huge radius curves
the
concave or convex curve is so slight that straight lengths will be supplied as
the product is flexible.
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Curved
Walls: Concave and Convex
There
are Crowns, Baseboards, Casings, Wainscoting, and Quarter Rounds available
in ResinMoldTM.
For tight
radius applications, consult with one of our consultants regarding the
suitability of the profile and it's ability to be created to go around tight
corners.
You may
be asked to supply a cardboard template to produce the mold.
You must supply us with a drawing of the application.
For large
radius applications, a template should not be necessary especially for
baseboard or quarter-rounds.
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Arches:
There
are Crowns, Casings, Wainscoting available in ResinMoldTM.
You
must supply us with a drawing of the arch
that you want to have made.
We
require the mid point Rise and Horizontal run measurement. We also
need the various rise measurements at 12" increments to draw the arch on
CAD.
This will
provide the correct rise of the true arch or eyebrow. In certain cases you
will be required to supply us with a cardboard template of the arch.
Tell us
if us want both sides of a door or window frame created.
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Circles:
Circles
are actually two mirrored arches. An example of a circle application would be a
ceiling ring to enlarge a ceiling medallion or resin to go around a circular
window
or column. You must supply us with a
drawing of the circle that you want to have
made.
We
require the radius of the true circle or circumference. Tell us if us want
both sides of a door or window frame created.
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Matching
Your existing Profile
We
require a 12 Foot piece of the profile you want to match in order to create
a mold for your molding. All custom orders are priced by our custom
department.
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Creating
a Unique Molding
In
association with Martin Richards Design we can create on CAD a unique custom
profile of frieze or any molding. We would need to create a custom
wood
carved plug, then molds, then the final ResinMoldTM product. All
custom orders are priced by our custom department.
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Ordering
Product:
In
order to serve you better you will be required to supply us with a drawing. For
tight radius applications we need a paper or cardboard template.
For most
profiles the minimum order is 6 Feet with maximum lengths close to 12 Feet.
Every profile has a different length option.
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How
do I know how much I need:
We
will calculate the amount of ResinMoldTM required with a
modest extra amount once we receive a drawing from you. A written quote
will be produced
and faxed
or emailed to you with a payment form. We do not take verbal order.
Remember to tell us if you require the profile for each side of the arch or
stairway.
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How
is it installed:
For
a tight radius, warm up the product to allow maximum flexibility.
Cutting:
ResinMoldTM cellular composition cuts and machines
the same as wood. Any saw, router, shaper, or molding machine may be used as
needed.
Nailing:
It can be nailed
or pined with a nail gun without pre-drilling - the same as the wood counterpart.
On arches we recommend starting at the center and moving outwards to the ends.
Gluing:
It
is necessary to use a quality construction adhesive before nailing. Run a
continuous line of adhesive when applying. Any glue or
adhesive that
will bond to wood will bond to ResinMoldTM. The back side of each part
is sanded to create a better bonding surface. Unsanded ResinMoldTM
moldings
are not
always receptive to adhesive and can cause adhesion failure during installation.
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Finishing: It comes primed and is
paintable & stainable
Staining:
ResinMoldTM
flexible molding cannot be stained the same as wood. ResinMoldTM is primed
with an all purpose, porous primer.
For best results, add a clear glazing
compound to the wood stain. Normal ratio of mixing the glazing
compound with the stain is one part glazing liquid to two
parts of stain. Stains
for synthetic products are specially made to work over these surfaces. In
doubt, always test a small section of the moulding before
staining
the entire piece.
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