GluBoost Product Instructions

GluBoost Fill n' Finish

Using GluBoost Fill n' Finish Thin and Ultra Thin with GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator for repairs:

Prepare the area as you normally would
Apply GluBoost Fill n' Finish Thin
Allow drying time (see GluBoost Fill n' Finish drying section below)
Light polish using micro-mesh and/or a polishing compound, if desired
GluBoost Fill n' Finish Ultra Thin or GluBoost Fill n' Finish Thin can be used for your final top coat, if desired

Using GluBoost Fill n' Finish for drop-fills:

Clean fill area
Spray drop area with GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator
Add some GluBoost Fill n' Finish Thin at the bottom of the fill area
Lightly spray GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator in short spurts from 8" away and wait a few minutes
Add a small amount of GluBoost Fill n' Finish Original
Spray GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator and wait a few minutes (see GluBoost Fill n' Finish drying section below)
Continue lightly spraying GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator and adding small amounts of GluBoost Fill n' Finish Original until near level
GluBoost Fill n' Finish Thin can be used for your final top coat, if desired

Using GluBoost Fill n' Finish for pore filling:

Sand wood to 200-grit/220-grit
Wipe clean with shop towel or rag
Apply GluBoost Fill n' Finish, GluBoost MasterTint can be added if desired
Spread and work in with shop towel, rag, foam brush, or plastic card
Always wipe wet GluBoost Fill n' Finish cross grain with a rag
Spray light burst of GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator
Sand with 220-grit so that remaining GluBoost Fill n' Finish is driven into wood
Wipe area clean with a shop towel or rag
For best results:
Add a second coat of GluBoost Fill n' Finish
Wipe area with shop towel or rag
Spray with GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator and let dry for 10-30 minutes depending on wood
Sand with 220-grit
Wipe clean with shop towel or rag
Ready for lacquer

Watch the video: Tracy Longo of Guitar Tech Corner takes you through each step using GluBoost Fill n' Finish and GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator to prepare your wood for a nitro finish.

GluBoost Fill n' Finish tips:

Do not refrigerate open bottles, refrigeration will accelerate product curing inside the bottle
Never touch the top of the GluBoost Fill n' Finish bottle to any area already sprayed with GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator
Whip and extender tips can be used to adjust flow and specificity
Use GluBoost Fill n' Finish Black just like GluBoost Fill n' Finish Original

GluBoost Fill n' Finish drying:

Drying times will vary, always allow GluBoost Fill n' Finish time to dry before working or adding more product
It is always best to drop fill in small amounts at a time when using GluBoost Fill n' Finish, a short spray of Non-Blushing GluDry before drop-filling with GluBoost Fill n' Finish is recommended
When using GluBoost Fill n' Finish with nitro, always spray GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator first before drop-filling and again after filling
In general, always wait as long as possible for GluBoost Fill n' Finish to dry before working or building up your fill and especially before shooting over GluBoost Fill n' Finish

GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator

Using GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator for build-ups using CA adhesives only:

Apply your favorite adhesive
Spray GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator from 10-12" away from area, GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator will bond adhesive instantly
Apply another layer of your favorite adhesive
Repeat steps until your fill is just how you want it

Using GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator for attaching parts together:

Apply your favorite adhesive to one of your parts
Spray the other part with GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator
Put the parts together and voila!

GluBoost MasterTint Kits

Using GluBoost MasterTint Kits with adhesive or GluBoost Fill n' Finish:

Place some of your favorite adhesive or GluBoost Fill n' Finish onto your GluBoost Mixing Palette
Add your desired GluBoost MasterTint color(s) one at a time as needed to mix and match to your finish
Break up any clumped tint powder before adding it to the adhesive/finisher
Apply the mixture to your work area
Spray with GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator (multiple sprays may be needed)
Continue applying more of the mixture as needed to build-up
If your mixture thickens, add more adhesive or GluBoost Fill n' Finish and mix before applying
Add clear product as your top coat
Spray with GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator
Work the finish to the desired sheen

Using GluBoost MasterTint white toner:

White is to be used as a toner along with other colors to create hues of that color
Always add the other colors to your adhesive/finisher first, then mix in white to achieve desired hue

GluBoost MasterTint Kits tips:

For best results, use in conditions of 45% humidity or less to prevent clumping
Complete drop-fills with clear GluBoost Fill n' Finish over the color matched product before sanding/polishing

GluBoost Lac R' Shot! Cold Checking Formula

Using GluBoost Lac R' Shot! Cold Checking Formula:

Prepare surface, use GluBoost Fill n' Finish and GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator for pore filling and as primer sealers
Adjust nozzle tip to pattern of your choice
Spray GluBoost Lac R' Shot! Cold Checking Formula evenly over the surface
Allow 30 minutes between coats
Level using 400-grit sandpaper between coats
Continue coverage applications until desired thickness is achieved
When coverage is to your liking, work the area with grits 600 through 1200
Allow 24 hours to dry
Buff and admire!

Lac R' Shot tips:

Finish will naturally check over time (approximately 4+ weeks)
Applying a water-based dark brown amber tint will highlight the vintage cracking effect
For best results or "on the spot" checking: Freeze wood for at least 4 hours and allow to come back up to room temperature—GluBoost Lac R' Shot! Cold Checking Formula will check like a vintage instrument
If room temperature is below 65 F: After removing from freezer, the immediate use of a blow dryer may be necessary to cause the desired finish checking reaction
If nozzle gets clogged, remove and soak in lacquer thinner then use a wire or needle to clear

GluBoost EndPoint Mark + Mask System

Using GluBoost EndPoint Mark + Mask System for straight line work:

Firmly apply GluBoost EndPoint Perimeter Tape to create a good seal with substrate
Reposition as needed
Press down firmly along the tape until completely flush
Perform work
Remove tape

Using GluBoost EndPoint Mark + Mask System for curved line work:

Use the included GluBoost Perimeter Markers and mark off any shape you require
Apply adhesive (adhesive will not run past the marked off area)
Spray with GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator
Repeat adhesive and GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator, if needed
Wipe residual marked area clean with shop towel

Using GluBoost Products for Pore Filling Before Nitro

Sand wood to 200-grit/220-grit
Wipe clean with shop towel or rag
Apply GluBoost Fill n' Finish, GluBoost MasterTint can be added if desired
Spread and work in with shop towel, rag, foam brush, or plastic card
Always wipe wet GluBoost Fill n' Finish cross grain with a rag
Spray light burst of GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator
Sand with 220-grit so that remaining GluBoost Fill n' Finish is driven into wood
Wipe area clean with a shop towel or rag

For best results:
Add a second coat of GluBoost Fill n' Finish
Wipe area with shop towel or rag
Spray with GluBoost GluDry Non-blushing Accelerator and let dry for 10-30 minutes depending on wood
Sand with 220-grit
Wipe clean with shop towel or rag
Ready for lacquer