Q.V.P. Veneer Softener User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING

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The Q.V.P. Veneer Softener is a solution that can be used to treat crotch or burl veneers to prevent
splitting and to make veneers more pliable for curved work. This method can be used instead of the
animal glue sizing procedure used in years past.

Procedure: Go to http://www .qualityvak.com/anote4H.html for more details.
! Mix the Veneer Softener with an equal amount of water before use. Full strength is not

recommended as the surface will remain tacky .

! Apply the solution to the veneers by dipping, spraying or brushing. Make sure the veneer is

completely covered with the solution.

! Allow the veneer to stand until surface is dry to the touch. This may require from 30 minutes to two

hours. Veneer can be used at this point and should be flexible and easily glued with no splitting.

Veneer Softener

! The plasticizing effect only lasts for a couple of days so it is not possible to prepare stock for use

several days in advance. NOTE: heat can be applied to the veneers for better plasiticizing. This
can be accomplished by placing one or two veneer sheets between 3/8“ hardboard which has
been heated. For smaller jobs place veneers between kraft paper (not newspaper , it will stain the
veneer) and apply a medium hot iron. The softening process will work with or without theheat
application.

Caution: This is a combustible liquid. Keep away from flame and all sources of ignition. Provide
adequate ventilation at all times to prevent a build-up of vapors. Store in tightly sealed cont ainer in a cool
and dry place.place

CONDITIONS OF SALE

WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS. SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
CONCERNING THE PRODUCT OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS THEREOF FOR ANY PURPOSE,

except; (a) that the product shall conform to the description contained herein and to the specifications, if any,
attached hereto; and (b) that the product does not infringe on any valid United States patent. Seller does not
warrant, however, that the use of the product, or articles made therefrom, either alone or in conjunction with other
material, will not infringe any United States Patent.

Liability Limitations. Buyer's exclusive remedy shall be for damages and no claim of any kind, whether as to
product delivery or for non delivery of product, and whether based on contract, breach of warranty , negligence or
otherwise, shall be greater in amount than the purchase price of the quantity of product in respect of which
damages are claimed. In no event shall Seller be liable for incidental or consequential damages, whether Buyer's
claim is based on contract, breach of warranty , negligence or otherwise.

(Material Safety Data Sheet)
product name: Veneer Softener

Read and understa nd this before using or handling product.
Emergency phone#: [phone]
Product Type: Adhesive Modifier
General product use: veneer plasticizer
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CHEMICAL HAZARD RATING

Health=2 (moderate) Fire=2 (moderate) Reactivity=0 (least)
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Section One--Hazardous Ingredients

The ingredients listed below have been associated with one or more of the listed immediate and/or
delayed(*) health hazards. Risk of damage and effects depends upon duration and level of exposure. Before
using or handling, read and understand the MSDS

Chemical Name CAS Number
Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether 111-90-0
see footnote C

• OSHA PEL: None Established

• ACGIH TLV: None Established.

Footnote C:As of the date of issuance of this document, this material has not been listed by NTP, IARC or
OSHA as a carcinogen.
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Section Two--P hysical Data

• Appearance and odor: Clear, colorless liquid with mild, pleasant odor.

• Storage life: 1 Year @ 25C (77F)

• 49CFR 173.150 Comb.lqd.exemption: combustible

• Boiling Point: 202C(395F)

• Evaporation Rate: ~0.01 (n-butyl acetate=1)

• Flash Point: ~91C (196F)

• Freezing Point: <-70C

• Autoignition Temperature: No t available

• Lower explosion limit: 1.2 vol.% @ 182C

• Upper explosion limit: 23.5 vol.% @ 182C

• Solubility in water: complete

Specific Gravity: .98 @ 25C

• Vapor Density: ~4.65

• Vapor Pressure: .26mm hg @25C

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