dictionary of resurfacing terms

Abrasive:    a substance used for grinding, scrubbing, or polishing,such as sandpaper

Acrylic resin: any of a group of transparent, thermoplastic polymeric resins derived from acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, or their esthers, or from acrylonitrile: used in making paints 

Anti-slip mat: A mat with an adhesive backing, whitch is installed on a bathtub or shower floor to prevent slipping

atomization:The process whereby liquid is mixed whith air and broken down into a fine mist

Catalyst : a thing that acts as the stimulus in bringing about or hastening a result; the chemical that causes the resin to harden

Chip : To break or cut a small piece or thin slice from ; a place where a small piece has been chipped off.

Coating: A mixture that contains resin, catalyst and thinner

Cultured marble: A plastic surface that is made with a marbleized pattern

Cure: Process by which a coating dries and is ready for use.

Curing Agent: A substance that aids in the cure of the coating

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