{"product_id":"tenax-hardener-45ml-extra-white-paste","title":"Tenax Hardener — 45ml (2 oz), Extra White Paste, Catalyst for Polyester Stone Adhesives","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe catalyst for Tenax polyester stone adhesives. \u003cstrong\u003eTenax Hardener Extra White Paste (45ml \/ 2 oz)\u003c\/strong\u003e activates and cures Tenax knife grade polyester, Travertine Filler, Solido Quarzo, Titanium Flowing, Titanium Knife Grade, and other polyester-based adhesive systems. The extra white paste formula is designed to minimize color impact on light-colored adhesives and stone repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 45ml size is ideal for small batch mixing, occasional repairs, and field kits. For regular shop use, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-hardener-118ml-extra-white-paste\"\u003e118ml\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-hardener-180ml-extra-white-paste\"\u003e180ml\u003c\/a\u003e sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra white paste formula\u003c\/strong\u003e — minimal color impact on light-colored adhesives and stone repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with knife grade and flowing polyester adhesives\u003c\/strong\u003e — Colored Knife Grade, Tixo Xe, Travertine Filler, Solido Quarzo, Titanium systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45ml \/ 2 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for small batch mixing, occasional repairs, and field kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-month shelf life\u003c\/strong\u003e — stored between 65°F–77°F away from heat and direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd hardener to the adhesive at the recommended mix ratio — typically 100:2–3 (adhesive:hardener) by weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix thoroughly until color and consistency are completely uniform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not exceed the recommended hardener ratio — excess hardener causes yellowing and increased shrinkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply immediately after mixing; pot life is limited once hardener is introduced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHardener Size Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45ml \/ 2 oz (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e — small batch mixing, occasional repairs, field kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-hardener-118ml-extra-white-paste\"\u003e118ml \/ 4 oz\u003c\/a\u003e — mid-size for regular shop use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-hardener-180ml-extra-white-paste\"\u003e180ml \/ 6 oz\u003c\/a\u003e — large size for high-volume production shops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-hardener-50-ml-2-oz-liquid\"\u003e50ml \/ 2 oz — Liquid\u003c\/a\u003e — liquid formula alternative; check adhesive compatibility before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWorks Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-colored-knife-grade-polyester\"\u003eTenax Colored Knife Grade Polyester\u003c\/a\u003e — White \u0026amp; Buff stone repair mastic; primary use for this hardener\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tixo-xe-transparent-knife-grade\"\u003eTenax Tixo Xe Transparent Knife Grade\u003c\/a\u003e — transparent polyester for light-veined and white stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-mixing-cups-12oz-50-sleeve\"\u003eTenax Mixing Cups 12oz (50\/Sleeve)\u003c\/a\u003e — disposable cups for measuring and mixing adhesive and hardener\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-9-razor-blade\"\u003eTenax #9 Razor Blade\u003c\/a\u003e — for trimming cured adhesive flush before polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tenax USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51164340355296,"sku":"1PAA00VC80","price":3.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/3943\/1904\/files\/1PAA00VC8045ml_2oz_CreamPasteHardenercopy.jpg?v=1774356647","url":"https:\/\/protoolhaus.com\/products\/tenax-hardener-45ml-extra-white-paste","provider":"Pro Tool Haus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}