How to Make a Metal Surface Repair Sylmasta epoxy repair compounds are used for filling holes, cracks and rebuilding areas of damage on a metal surface. The following procedure will restore the integrity of cracked or damaged metal, providing a permanent repair which can often be made at a much cheaper cost compared with system replacement. 1) Surface Preparation Surfaces must be free from grease,Continue reading
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