SharkGrip Coatings
Fast Fleck - Accelerator
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- SKU:
- FF-1
- MPN:
- FF-1
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Usually Ships Sames Day
- Weight:
- 11.00 LBS
- Width:
- 6.50 (in)
- Height:
- 10.50 (in)
- Depth:
- 4.00 (in)
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Description
FAST FLECK ACCELERATOR™
Moisture Scavenger + Particle Control Additive for MULTISPEC® Multi-Color Fleck
Same-Day Workflow
Faster Dry-to-Sand
Flatter Laydown
Professional-use additive for faster MULTISPEC® fleck workflows.
Purpose
Fast Fleck Accelerator™ reduces the dry-to-sand bottleneck in water-based MULTISPEC® fleck systems used for countertop refinishing. It promotes true through-dry, improves particle laydown, and helps enable same-day nib knockdown and clear-coating under typical shop conditions.
(What It Delivers)
- Faster dry-to-sand time for water-based fleck (same-day workflow)
- Reduced nibs & texture for a smoother surface before clear
- Improved fleck presentation (bigger, more aesthetic appearance; easier vertical application)
- Lower clearcoat consumption due to flatter fleck laydown
- Improved cleanability by minimizing micro-peaks that can shear under use
Field Advantage: Less texture to bury = fewer coats of clear to chase flatness and gloss.
(Problems It Prevents)
- Overnight wait times just to sand (lost production time)
- Texture telegraphing through clear if you skip sanding
- Micro-nibs protruding into the clear that can shear later under countertop use
- Uneven clear build needed to bury texture (inconsistent gloss/DOI over time)
- Reduced sanitation due to micro-voids and contaminant hold points
Bottom line: Faster, flatter, cleaner results without gimmicks.
Mix Ratio & Mixing Instructions
Recommended ratio: 2/3 MULTISPEC® Fleck: 1/3 Fast Fleck Accelerator™
- Combine in spray cup (or mixing container) at the recommended ratio.
- Stir 2–3 minutes. It may look “over-watered” at first.
- Keep stirring: within 1–2 minutes it re-homogenizes and comes together.
- Don’t shortcut mixing time—full contact across all fleck is critical.
Spray Setup (Starting Point)
- Tip size: 2.0 mm minimum (or larger as needed)
- Air to gun: lowest possible while maintaining consistent pattern
- Fluid control: ~2/3 open as a starting point
- Technique: do not “pound” the fleck—apply light, even coats for controlled laydown
Finish tip: Light, even passes help the particles lay flatter, which reduces the clear you’ll need later.
Between-Coat Air Drying
Air volume is more effective than concentrated heat. High airflow evacuates the humidity boundary layer and promotes uniform evaporation without skinning.
- Pop the gun off the turbine and allow air drying a few minutes between coats.
- Use turbine airflow or a high-volume blower at a safe distance (don’t disturb the pattern).
- Repeat coats until 100% coverage is achieved.
Nib Knockdown (How to Sand)
Goal: remove micro-nibs and texture peaks without cutting through the fleck layer.
- Allow fleck to reach the sandable window (see temperature guide below).
- Use a light square fine foam sanding pad (e.g., 3M fine foam) with very light pressure.
- Make a quick, uniform pass to knock nibs down (do not overwork the surface).
- Blow off thoroughly and tack cloth before clearing.
Pro Tip: Confirm sandability on a small test area before full knockdown + clear.
Professional Notes
- Designed for professional workflows and consistent shop practices.
- Air volume > heat: airflow is the most reliable way to shorten the dry-to-sand window without skinning.
- Always verify sandability on a small test area before full nib knockdown and clear.
- Cleaner clearcoat results: flatter fleck helps produce more consistent gloss and DOI over time.
Stop Waiting Overnight — Go Same-Day on MULTISPEC® Fleck
Built for countertop refinishers who want faster production, flatter fleck, and cleaner clears without gimmicks.
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Dry Time Reality Check (Read This)
Dry-to-sand time is not a fixed number—it’s a result of how you spray and your shop conditions. Fast Fleck Accelerator™ can shorten the window dramatically, but final dry time will depend on:
- Application technique: Don’t “pound” the fleck on. Heavy wet coats trap moisture and extend dry time. Light, even passes lay flatter and dry faster.
- Coverage style: 100% coverage takes longer than light flecking. More material = more water that must leave the film.
- Airflow beats heat: High air volume removes the humidity boundary layer and speeds uniform evaporation. Concentrated heat can skin the surface and slow true through-dry.
- Temperature & humidity: Cool temps and high humidity extend the window—plan for more airflow and more time.
- Mix ratio discipline: Stay consistent. Over-diluting or “eyeballing” ratios changes laydown, flash, and sand-ability.
- Film build & surface type: Porous or cold substrates can hold moisture and slow the dry-to-sand point.
Pro Rule: Always test sand-ability on a small area before full nib knockdown and clearing.
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