null
SharkGrip Coatings

Power Bond Wipe On Primer for Porcelain Bathtubs

(2 reviews) Write a Review
SKU:
PB004-CH
MPN:
PB004
Availability:
Usuall Ships in 24 Hours.
Weight:
20.00 LBS
  • Power Bond Part A
  • Power Bond Part B
  • Complete Power Bond A
  • Power Bond Wipe On Primer for Porcelain Bathtubs
  • Power Bond Spray Can
Frequently bought together:

Description

 

POWER BOND™
Wipe-On Primer
Advanced Dual-Silane Coupling Technology

A professional surface-bonding system built for refinishers who need maximum adhesion on hard, slick, and mixed substrates. Power Bond uses dual-silane technology to create a molecular-level bond that dramatically reduces the risk of peeling and delamination.

Wipe-On OR Spray-On
Dual-Silane System
Dries in Minutes
UV Trace Coverage

What Power Bond™ Really Is

In the industry, people say “bonding agent” because it’s the buzzword. The correct chemistry term is a coupling agent—because it’s designed to form a covalent bond between the surface and your topcoat.

Quick definition: A covalent bond is when atoms share electrons—think “locked together” at the molecular level (not just stuck on the surface).

Power Bond is built around a proprietary dual-silane system engineered to bond with both epoxy and urethane coatings. That “dual” matters—because it’s not a one-trick chemistry.

UV TRACE COVERAGE = THE “NO-MISSED-SPOT” SAFETY NET
Invisible to the naked eye • Visible under UV light • Built to prevent adhesion failures

Here’s the biggest fear with any wipe-on / direct-to-surface coupling agent: missing a spot. On a tub, surround, or wall tile job, one dry corner you didn’t hit means no coupling film in that area—and if there’s no film, there’s no covalent bond.

This is why we add UV TRACE. It’s a built-in coverage indicator that you can verify with a UV light—so you’re not guessing, hoping, or trusting your memory.
UV Trace Light for Power Bond Coverage Verification
Coverage verification tool for Power Bond’s UV trace feature.

UV Trace Matters Real-World Insurance

It’s not a gimmick. It’s a failure-prevention system for wipe-on coupling chemistry.
  • Proves coverage on large surfaces (tile walls, tubs, surrounds) where missed areas happen.
  • Eliminates guesswork—you can visually confirm the coupling film is everywhere it must be.
  • Reduces callbacks caused by tiny missed zones that later become peel points.
  • Builds consistency across crews: the UV check makes “good enough” measurable.
  • Saves money—a 10-second inspection is cheaper than one adhesion failure.
Bottom line: We go a step above to avoid failures. If you can’t verify coverage, you’re relying on luck.

Dual-Silane = Real Insurance

This is the “sleep at night” product. It creates a covalent bond at the molecular level to reduce peeling and delamination, especially on the jobs where you know the surface is going to fight you.

Pro reality: The hardest failures aren’t “spray issues”—they’re adhesion issues.

Multi-Surface Versatility

Built for porcelain and tile—and engineered to bite into the real-world stuff refinishers face: porcelain, ceramic tile, fiberglass, cultured marble, ABS, and composite-type surfaces.

Your “one bottle” coupler: The most versatile coupling agent in your truck inventory.

The Micro-Etch Matters (Don’t Overdo It)

Power Bond performs best over a mild, controlled etch—because the micro-profile gives the silanes “tooth” to embed into, leaving behind a thin, high-performance coupling film that improves wetting and adhesion.

Memory hook (real-world example): Dentistry uses coupling chemistry constantly—bonding systems rely on controlled etch + coupling to lock materials down. The lesson is the same: over-etching is counterproductive.

Note: Always follow your professional training, SDS guidance, and local rules for any etching chemistry.

Application Options
Wipe-on for control • Spray-on for speed
Option 1: Wipe-On (Most Controlled)
  • Apply Power Bond liberally by wiping on with a clean white lint-free rag (thin, even film).
  • Do not flood it—this is coupling chemistry, not paint.
  • Let it dry (typically ~3–5 minutes) before topcoat.
  • Critical: Use a UV trace light to confirm you hit every area.
Option 2: Spray-On (Fast Production)
  • Apply a thin, even coat by HVLP sprayer.
  • Perfect for multi-surface jobs and production environments.
  • Use UV trace light to confirm coverage before topcoat.
Coverage Verification Rule: After applying Power Bond, scan the surface with a UV trace light. If you find a missed spot: re-apply Power Bond to the missing area, let it dry, then spray your topcoat direct-to-surface.
Why this matters: A missed spot isn’t “minor.” It’s a location with no coupling film—meaning no covalent bond. UV trace turns coverage into a measurable, repeatable step.

Mixing & Useful Life

Standard mix (per kit directions)
Mix equal parts Part A + Part B just before application. The mixed solution remains active for up to ~4 hours.
Pro move (field workflow)
You can pre-mix A+B and keep it in a spray bottle for speed. Practical rule: as long as the mix is not gelled up, it’s usable.
H2O / About humidity / water activation
Silane coupling chemistry typically interacts with moisture as part of how it “locks” down over time. In real refinishing terms: you’ll see initial mechanical bite from your prep, then the coupling action strengthens as the environment equilibrates. Always verify your workflow with a small test when temperature/humidity swing hard.

Performance-to-Price (Why Pros Stock It)

2 gallons at $179 puts Power Bond in a rare category: highest-performance coupling chemistry at a price point that actually makes sense for production work.

And with UV Trace Coverage, you’re not just buying adhesion—you’re buying a system that helps prevent the #1 wipe-on failure: missed coverage.

Touch-Up System (Fast + Professional)

Power Bond™ Spray Can
 

Perfect for quick coverage, consistent misting, and production speed—especially on mixed-substrate jobs.

SharkThane Quick Dry — Touch-Up Can
SharkThane Quick Dry Spray Can

Pair Power Bond with Quick Dry aerosol for clean, professional touch-ups—fast.

Bull Shark Adhesion Promoter
 

Another fast, pro-approved option for composites and quick adhesion challenges.

UV Trace Light (Coverage Verification)

Confirms Power Bond coverage across tubs, tile walls, surrounds, and large surfaces—so you can re-hit missed spots before topcoat.

Power Bond™ — The Coupling Agent Pros Use When Failure Isn’t an Option

Shop Power Bond Wipe-On Primer
Tip: Use the UV Trace feature with a UV light to confirm full coverage before you topcoat—then re-hit any missed spots, let dry, and spray direct-to-surface.
UV TRACE LIGHT
MISSED-SPOT DETECTION BONDING INSURANCE
Verify your Power Bond coverage in seconds — before you spray a single coat of epoxy or urethane.
What you do with it (simple)
Pro Tip Demo: Etched tile sample (Safe-Etch Gel) — bring this + UV Trace Light to bids
Pro Tip Demo Kit:
Wipe Power Bond onto a few etched tile samples made with Safe-Etch Gel. Take them on bids with your UV Trace light to prove your prep. Bring etched tile samples (Safe-Etch Gel), apply Power Bond, then shine the UV Trace Light in front of the customer. It’s an instant visual demonstration of your attention to detail, proving you’re ensuring a proper bond over every square inch of what you refinish.
POWER BOND COMPANION TOOL

Verify Your Bonding in Seconds (Make the invisible visible.)

Power Bond is a clear, silane-based wipe-on primer engineered to create a covalent bond to porcelain, ceramic tile, fiberglass, cultured marble, and composites. Its only challenge? You can’t reliably see complete coverage with the naked eye.

The UV Trace Light activates the UV-reactive tracer built into Power Bond so you get an instant “coverage map.” Any dull or non-glowing area is a missed spot — and you catch it before you spray your epoxy or urethane topcoat.

Coverage Verification Missed-Spot Detection QA Before Spraying
Bottom line:
If it glows under the UV Trace Light, it’s treated. If it doesn’t glow, it isn’t bonded — and you fix it now, not after a callback.
Ideal for:
Bathtub, tile, and countertop refinishing professionals using Power Bond (or any UV-trace silane system) who want total confidence over every square inch.

Why This Light Is Critical

  • Reveals the “coverage map.”
    Under UV, every properly treated area fluoresces — instant confirmation that Power Bond contacted the substrate.
  • Shows missed spots immediately.
    Any dull or non-glowing section has not been primed, so you can correct it before applying epoxy or urethane topcoats.
  • Ensures true covalent bonding.
    Silane technology only works where it touches. This is especially important on corners, edges, and complex shapes.
  • Reduces callbacks and failures.
    Prevent peeling, lifting, and edge failures caused by tiny un-primed sections — critical for hotel and multifamily work.
  • Professional proof of prep.
    Use it as a fast QA step on-site to demonstrate meticulous bonding discipline.
Remember the Bid-Winning Demo Move!
TAKE IT WITH YOU
Bring etched tile samples (Safe-Etch Gel), apply Power Bond, then shine the UV Trace Light in front of the customer. It’s an instant visual demonstration of your attention to detail, proving you’re ensuring a proper bond over every square inch of what you refinish.
SharkGrip Coatings • Chemistry First • Tools for Pros
Add the UV Trace Light to your Power Bond workflow to eliminate missed spots before they become failures.
View AllClose

2 Reviews

  • 5

    Power Bond

    Posted by OSCAR CID on Nov 18th 2025

    Best insurance policy out there. Using this as a bonding agent gives me another level of comfort that coatings are going to adhere no matter what.

  • 5

    A MUST HAVE , power bond

    Posted by CHRIS SANTELL on Jun 14th 2025

    This is what gives the best adhesion to your top coats ...... once i started applying this in my prep process i do not fear failures of the coating

View AllClose

Related Products

Related Products

SOLD BY SINGLE TACK CLOTH SOLD BY A BOX OF 12
Quick view

Tack Cloth - Box of 12

Gerson Safety Products

Gerson Deluxe Tack Cloth Sold in Singles or by a Box of 12  Tack Cloth - moderate tack, gold cotton, Deluxe (24 x 20) mesh "Gerson Deluxe" Tack Cloth •Gold-color cotton Deluxe (24 x 20) mesh