{"title":"Paraloid","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"paraloid-b-72","title":"Paraloid B-72","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" face=\"tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif\"\u003eParaloid B-72 is an acrylic resin (ethyl-methacrylate copolymer) used as a consolidant, soft varnish or strong adhesive when mixed with a solvent (e.g. acetone, toluene or ethanol). It comes in solid pellets which are then dissolved in a solution (which can take many hours and often overnight).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" face=\"tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif\"\u003eParaloid B-72 is a conservation-grade material that is widely used due to its transparent, flexible and reversible properties. It is non-yellowing over time. It essentially 'plasticises' a rock or fossil as it penetrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" face=\"tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif\"\u003eSolutions can be mixed to the desired consistency. A 50-80% wt\/vol solution or a higher concentration creates a strong glue, which fills pores and gaps. 3-10% solutions are used as consolidants of friable, crumbly or soft and fragile matrix. An 8-10% solution can also be used as a reversible varnish for fossils, providing a soft gloss finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" face=\"tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif\"\u003e100g will make approximately 1 litre of 10% wt\/vol solution or approximately 2 litres of 5% wt\/vl solution. A little goes a long way!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" face=\"tahoma,arial,helvetica,sans-serif\"\u003eLearn more about mixing and using Paraloid B72 in our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":39620335337535,"sku":"","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":33367212621887,"sku":"ZPTP7201-10","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":33367212654655,"sku":"ZPTP7201-25","price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":33367212687423,"sku":"ZPTP7201-50","price":29.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":33367212720191,"sku":"ZPTP7201-1K","price":47.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/paraloid_b72_1kg_1__02103.1591443859.1280.1280.jpg?v=1613832896"},{"product_id":"5-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone","title":"5% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 5% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available in 500ml and 1000ml bottles. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5% solution can be used as a consolidant. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. Consolidation works best on more porous rocks and fossils, which is pretty handy as these more porous or friable rocks are often the ones that require consolidation. Equally, this solution can be used to wick into hairline fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eRead our comprehensive guide to using Paraloid B-72 in fossil prep here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"500ml \/ UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":33367223828543,"sku":"ZPTPB72A-50-YE","price":23.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000ml \/ UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":33367223861311,"sku":"ZPTPB72A-10-YE","price":36.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/5_percent_solution_in_acetone_500ml_and_1000ml__79795.1592663683.1280.1280.jpg?v=1613832716"},{"product_id":"10-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone","title":"10% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 10% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available in 500ml and 1000ml bottles. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10% solution can be used as a thicker consolidant or a varnish. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"500ml \/ UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":33367223894079,"sku":"ZPTPB72A10-50-YE","price":22.05,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000ml \/ UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":33367223926847,"sku":"ZPTPB72A10-10-YE","price":28.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/10_percent_solution_in_acetone_500ml_1000ML__60900.1592665215.1280.1280.jpg?v=1613832667"},{"product_id":"15-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-dilute-as-required","title":"15% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 Premixed in Acetone (dilute as required)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. Simply dilute this 15% solution as required. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle. Conservation grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10% solution can be used as a thicker consolidant or a varnish. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for fossils, minerals, rocks, metals, ceramics, wood and more. Not suitable for plastics and rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eRead our comprehensive guide to using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY \/ 500ml","offer_id":33367223992383,"sku":"ZPTPB7215-YE","price":24.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY \/ 1000ml","offer_id":39252434944063,"sku":"","price":37.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/15_PERCENT_PARALOID_DILUTE_AS_REQUIRED__93019.1592665628.1280.1280.jpg?v=1613832669"},{"product_id":"paraloid-b-72-100g-acetone-1l-bundle","title":"Paraloid B-72 (100g) \u0026 Acetone (1l) Bundle","description":"\u003cp\u003e100g of Paraloid B-72 and 1l of Acetone ready for you to mix at home to your desired concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll probably have heard about weight-by-vol% solutions – and this is enough to give anyone who hasn’t done Chemistry since they were 15 the collywobbles. Fear not! It’s not as tricky as it sounds to get the right concentration of solution for the job. \u003cstrong\u003eA 10% wt\/vol solution is the same as 10g of Paraloid B-72 for every 100ml of solution. \u003c\/strong\u003eThis should not be confused with 10g of Paraloid added to every 100ml of \u003cem\u003esolvent \u003c\/em\u003e(this is a weight-by-weight solution).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can make the brain hurt a bit, but there are two ways to approach the measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Weight-by-weight solutions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Calculate your proportions w\/w. E.g. 10g of Paraloid in 100ml of Acetone is a 10% w\/w solution. You might need to experiment as most of the recommendations you’ll find online pertain to w\/vol% solutions (or perhaps w\/w solutions that the author believes to be a w\/vol solution – you can see it is a bit of a wormhole). There is no problem doing it this way if you find it easier – just be consistent with yourself and make sure you write on the bottle the concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003eby-volume solutions: \u003c\/strong\u003eMost recommendations are expressed as weight by volume and so you’re more likely to get the results you’re after by following this method. You can make up a solution with a set amount of Paraloid and dilute it to the concentration you require once the pellets have dissolved in the solvent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using and mixing Paraloid B72 in our comprehensive guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18+\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"Yes","offer_id":33367224156223,"sku":"ZPTBUND72A-YE","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/acetone_and_paraloid_comb__31926.1592669395.1280.1280.jpg?v=1613832898"},{"product_id":"20-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone","title":"20% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. Simply dilute this 20% solution as required. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle. Conservation grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish. 20-30% solutions are used in chemical preparation as a barrier layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for fossils, minerals, rocks, metals, ceramics, wood and more. Not suitable for plastics and rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eRead our comprehensive guide to using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY \/ 500ml","offer_id":33367230578751,"sku":"ZPTPB72A20-YE","price":28.71,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY \/ 1000ml","offer_id":39252435402815,"sku":"","price":38.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/PXL_20201222_152248678_2__20407.1609405773.1280.1280.jpg?v=1613832670"},{"product_id":"30-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-dilute-as-required","title":"30% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 Premixed in Acetone (dilute as required)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. Simply dilute this 15% solution as required. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle. Conservation grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10% solution can be used as a thicker consolidant or a varnish. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish. 20-30% solutions can be used as a protective barrier. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for fossils, minerals, rocks, metals, ceramics, wood and more. Not suitable for plastics and rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eRead our comprehensive guide to using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY \/ 500ml","offer_id":39252434976831,"sku":"ZPTPB7215-YE","price":32.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY \/ 1000ml","offer_id":39252435009599,"sku":"","price":47.61,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/30percentparaloidsolutionacetoneconservation.jpg?v=1614602474"},{"product_id":"paraloid™-b-67","title":"Paraloid™ B-67","description":"\u003cp\u003eParaloid B-67 is an i\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esobutyl methacrylate polymer that dries harder than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eParaloid B-72.\u003c\/a\u003e  This resin is soluble in white spirit, acetone, alcohols, toluene, xylene and glycol. It can be used as a protective barrier for fossils, or as a coating in archival marking. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndustrially, it is used as an impregnative barrier for rust-prone metals to protect them, e.g. in automotives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eParaloid B-67 is hydrophobic, providing excellent water resistance (a suitable sealant following Pyrite Decay treatment in Pyrite Stop). With this hydrophobic (water-repelling) property it is a better candidate for this than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eParaloid B-72\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e It can provide an excellent barrier against both atmospheric moisture and gas (oxygen); with much lower permeability than Paraloid B-72. Storage in low humidity environments remains essential, but Paraloid B-67 can provide an extra barrier layer between atmosphere and fossil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eParaloid B-67 is also removable as it is redissolvable in solvent, and so it can be used and then removed prior to another round of treatment in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/pyrite-stop?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4e9f67b9b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ePyrite Stop\u003c\/a\u003e (ethanolamine thioglycollate). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe recommend dissolution in acetone for this application for the clarity of solution, speed of evaporation and impregnation capabilities. For archival marking, dissolution in white spirit is the most common to prevent running of ink. Paraloid B-67 does take a long time to dissolve in solvent, so be patient. You can use the same calculations and mixing instructions as for Paraloid B-72 described \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003ehere in this article.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProlonged exposure to UV light will cause yellowing, but in thin coatings this is unlikely to be noticeable. It can be removed with solvent and reapplied. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot to be confused with the more commonly used \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eParaloid B-72\u003c\/a\u003e, which is chemically very different, and used as an adhesive and consolidant. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn archaeology, it is used to stabilise bone, clay, stone and other fragile artifacts. It is used outdoors for artefacts and monuments that require a hydrophobic (water repelling) coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":39484385394751,"sku":"","price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":39484385427519,"sku":"","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":39484385460287,"sku":"","price":18.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000g","offer_id":39484385493055,"sku":"","price":29.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/pARALOIDB67BAG.jpg?v=1634982327"},{"product_id":"paraloid™-b-67-10-premixed-in-acetone","title":"Pyrite Coat - Paraloid™ B-67 10% wt\/vol Premixed in Acetone (250ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eParaloid B-67 is an i\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esobutyl methacrylate polymer that dries harder than \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eParaloid B-72.\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIndustrially, it is used as an impregnative barrier for rust-prone metals to protect them, e.g. in automotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is hydrophobic, providing excellent water resistance (a suitable sealant following Pyrite Decay treatment in Pyrite Stop). It can provide an excellent barrier against both atmospheric moisture and gas (oxygen); with much lower permeability than Paraloid B-72. Storage in low humidity environments remains essential, but Paraloid B-67 can provide an extra barrier layer between atmosphere and fossil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eParaloid B-67 can be used as a coating or penetrant sealant for pyritic fossils. With its hydrophobic (water-repelling) properties it is a better candidate for this than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eParaloid B-72\u003c\/a\u003e. Moisture, whether atmospheric or liquid, is one of the main factors in pyrite decay. Paraloid B-67 is also removable as it is redissolvable in solvent, and so it can be used and then removed prior to another round of treatment in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/pyrite-stop?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4e9f67b9b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ePyrite Stop\u003c\/a\u003e (ethanolamine thioglycollate). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor this application, we have a 10% solution premixed in acetone. You may need to further dilute this in acetone depending on the fossil. Acetone provides the best\u003c\/span\u003e clarity of solution, speed of evaporation and impregnation capabilities for this application. It is not usually suitable for archival marking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely recommend storage in a low humidity and low oxygen environment even after coating with Paraloid B-67. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/pages\/pyritefossils\"\u003eLearn more here about preventing pyrite decay.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProlonged exposure to UV light will cause yellowing, but in thin coatings this is unlikely to be noticeable. It can be removed with solvent and reapplied. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot to be confused with the more commonly used \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eParaloid B-72\u003c\/a\u003e, which is chemically very different, and used as an adhesive and consolidant. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn archaeology, it is used to stabilise bone, clay, stone and other fragile artefacts. It is used outdoors for artefacts and monuments that require a hydrophobic (water repelling) coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eUK Mainland (excludes NI) customers only due to restrictions on shipping. We also have available in our shop the pellet form, which will allow you to purchase acetone and mix yourself with acetone purchased locally to you. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":39491034251327,"sku":"","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_13.png?v=1696867686"},{"product_id":"hmg-paraloid-b72-adhesive","title":"HMG Paraloid B72 Adhesive 14ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHMG Paraloid B-72 is a heat and waterproof adhesive in tubes designed for repairs to pottery, wood, metal, ivory, glass, or other porous substances, except rubber. HMG B72 is virtually colourless and boasts an ability to resist yellowing for a considerable period of time. Its glass transition temperature is approximately 40 C. Excess adhesive can be removed with acetone. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrab isn't instant and so fragments can be worked and readjusted. 14ml tube. Touch dry in 10 minutes at surface. 12 hours full dry at room temperature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/portal.hmgpaint.com\/msds\/sd683(GB).pdf\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet PDF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HMG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39520799785023,"sku":"","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/258616146_316276366703341_2673961171018458647_n.png?v=1637234766"},{"product_id":"paraloid-b-72-20-wt-vol-in-acetone-15ml","title":"Paraloid B-72 20% wt\/vol in Acetone 15ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eParaloid B-72 20% wt\/vol in Acetone 15ml in brush applicator bottle. Suited for archival marking in collections (private or museum). A 20% solution of Paraloid B-72 in acetone provides a protective barrier. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParaloid B-72 is removable with acetone, UV stable, and conservation grade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech Limited","offers":[{"title":"1 Bottle \/ UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40003920920639,"sku":"","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Bottles \/ UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40003920953407,"sku":"","price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_10.png?v=1697793155"},{"product_id":"paraloid-b-67-20-wt-vol-in-white-spirit-15ml","title":"Paraloid B-67 20% wt\/vol in White Spirit 15ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eParaloid B-67 20% wt\/vol in White Spirit 15ml in brush applicator bottle. Suited for archival marking in collections (private or museum). A 20% solution of Paraloid B-67 in white barrier provides a protective barrier for an archival marking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst you could use this product for a protective barrier when coating pyritic fossils, bear in mind that the solution in white spirit will be slow drying. We recommend instead the Paraloid B-67 in acetone also available on our website. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech Limited","offers":[{"title":"1 Bottle \/ UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40003921838143,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Bottles \/ UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40003921870911,"sku":"","price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/products\/PhotoRoom-20230215_122104.png?v=1676465479"},{"product_id":"5-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-150ml","title":"5% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (150ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 5% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone in 150ml bottles. Ideal for home and hobby use. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5% solution can be used as a consolidant. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. Consolidation works best on more porous rocks and fossils, which is pretty handy as these more porous or friable rocks are often the ones that require consolidation. Equally, this solution can be used to wick into hairline fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eRead our comprehensive guide to using Paraloid B-72 in fossil prep here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40208004350015,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_20.png?v=1696866241"},{"product_id":"3-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-150ml","title":"3% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (150ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 3% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone in 150ml bottles. Ideal for home and hobby use. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 3% solution can be used as a consolidant. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements. 3% is the thinnest solution we offer as a consolidant, and will penetrate via capillary action. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-3% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. Consolidation works best on more porous rocks and fossils, which is pretty handy as these more porous or friable rocks are often the ones that require consolidation. Equally, this solution can be used to wick into hairline fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eRead our comprehensive guide to using Paraloid B-72 in fossil prep here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40208004120639,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_5.png?v=1696866310"},{"product_id":"10-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-150ml","title":"10% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (150ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 10% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available small, 150ml sized bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10% solution can be used as a thicker consolidant or a varnish. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40208006086719,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_21.png?v=1696867141"},{"product_id":"brush-applicator-bottle-10-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-15ml","title":"Brush Applicator Bottle 10% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (15ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 10% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available very small, brush applicator bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10% solution can be used as a thicker consolidant or a varnish. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40208008151103,"sku":"","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_8.png?v=1696867263"},{"product_id":"brush-applicator-bottle-3-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-15ml","title":"Brush Applicator Bottle 3% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (15ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 3% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone in 150ml bottles. Ideal for home and hobby use. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 3% solution can be used as a consolidant. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements. 3% is the thinnest solution we offer as a consolidant, and will penetrate via capillary action. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-3% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. Consolidation works best on more porous rocks and fossils, which is pretty handy as these more porous or friable rocks are often the ones that require consolidation. Equally, this solution can be used to wick into hairline fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eRead our comprehensive guide to using Paraloid B-72 in fossil prep here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40208010018879,"sku":"","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_6.png?v=1696867578"},{"product_id":"copy-of-pyrite-coat-paraloid™-b-67-10-wt-vol-premixed-in-acetone-250ml","title":"Brush Applicator Pyrite Coat - Paraloid™ B-67 10% wt\/vol Premixed in Acetone (15ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eParaloid B-67 is an i\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esobutyl methacrylate polymer that dries harder than \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eParaloid B-72.\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIndustrially, it is used as an impregnative barrier for rust-prone metals to protect them, e.g. in automotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is hydrophobic, providing excellent water resistance (a suitable sealant following Pyrite Decay treatment in Pyrite Stop). It can provide an excellent barrier against both atmospheric moisture and gas (oxygen); with much lower permeability than Paraloid B-72. Storage in low humidity environments remains essential, but Paraloid B-67 can provide an extra barrier layer between atmosphere and fossil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eParaloid B-67 can be used as a coating or penetrant sealant for pyritic fossils. With its hydrophobic (water-repelling) properties it is a better candidate for this than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eParaloid B-72\u003c\/a\u003e. Moisture, whether atmospheric or liquid, is one of the main factors in pyrite decay. Paraloid B-67 is also removable as it is redissolvable in solvent, and so it can be used and then removed prior to another round of treatment in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/pyrite-stop?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=4e9f67b9b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ePyrite Stop\u003c\/a\u003e (ethanolamine thioglycollate). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor this application, we have a 10% solution premixed in acetone. You may need to further dilute this in acetone depending on the fossil. Acetone provides the best\u003c\/span\u003e clarity of solution, speed of evaporation and impregnation capabilities for this application. It is not usually suitable for archival marking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe absolutely recommend storage in a low humidity and low oxygen environment even after coating with Paraloid B-67. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/pages\/pyritefossils\"\u003eLearn more here about preventing pyrite decay.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProlonged exposure to UV light will cause yellowing, but in thin coatings this is unlikely to be noticeable. It can be removed with solvent and reapplied. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot to be confused with the more commonly used \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zoicpalaeotech.co.uk\/products\/paraloid-b-72?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3271e614d\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eParaloid B-72\u003c\/a\u003e, which is chemically very different, and used as an adhesive and consolidant. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn archaeology, it is used to stabilise bone, clay, stone and other fragile artefacts. It is used outdoors for artefacts and monuments that require a hydrophobic (water repelling) coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eUK Mainland (excludes NI) customers only due to restrictions on shipping. We also have available in our shop the pellet form, which will allow you to purchase acetone and mix yourself with acetone purchased locally to you. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40208010477631,"sku":"","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_12.png?v=1696867773"},{"product_id":"brush-applicator-bottle-5-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-15ml","title":"Brush Applicator Bottle 5% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (15ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 5% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available very small, brush applicator bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5% solution can be used as a consolidant. The solution can be further diluted as per user requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40228857970751,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_7.png?v=1697792943"},{"product_id":"brush-applicator-bottle-15-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-15ml-1","title":"Brush Applicator Bottle 15% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (15ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 15% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available very small, brush applicator bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40230690193471,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_9.png?v=1697793065"},{"product_id":"brush-applicator-bottle-25-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-15ml","title":"Brush Applicator Bottle 25% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (15ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 25% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available very small, brush applicator bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40230690226239,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_11.png?v=1697793116"},{"product_id":"bundle-brush-applicator-bottle-3-5-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-15ml","title":"BUNDLE Brush Applicator Bottle 3% + 5% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (15ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eConsolidant Bundle - 3% and 5% wt\/vol solutions. Perfect for consolidating as you prep. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available very small, brush applicator bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40230701596735,"sku":"","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_15.png?v=1697793356"},{"product_id":"bundle-brush-applicator-bottle-5-10-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-15ml","title":"BUNDLE Brush Applicator Bottle 5% + 10% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (15ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCommonly used percentages - 5% and 10% wt\/vol solutions. Perfect for consolidating as you prep. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available very small, brush applicator bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. 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A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40230712934463,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_17.png?v=1697793557"},{"product_id":"mega-paraloid-b72-bundle-premixed-in-acetone-15ml-brush-applicator","title":"Mega Paraloid B72 Bundle premixed in Acetone (15ml) - Brush Applicator","description":"\u003cp\u003eCommonly used premixed Paraloid B72 solutions in convenient 15ml brush applicator bottles. 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A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40230719946815,"sku":"","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_14.png?v=1697793667"},{"product_id":"15-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-150ml","title":"15% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (150ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 15% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available small, 150ml sized bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. 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A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40230725091391,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_22.png?v=1697793844"},{"product_id":"20-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-150ml","title":"20% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (150ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 15% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available small, 150ml sized bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40230727974975,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_1.png?v=1697793885"},{"product_id":"25-wt-vol-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-150ml","title":"25% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (150ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. 25% wt\/vol Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available small, 150ml sized bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. No additives, no nasties, just straight up Paraloid in Acetone ready to use out of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fossil preparation, we use very thin solutions of Paraloid B-72 to consolidate or impregnate rocks and fossils, essentially turning them to plastic. Repeat applications of 2-5% wt\/vol solutions in acetone are frequently used to consolidate, followed by a 5-10% wt\/vol solution to seal the surface. A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40230730399807,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_4.png?v=1697794028"},{"product_id":"5-10-wt-vol-bundle-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone-150ml","title":"5% + 10% wt\/vol BUNDLE Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone (150ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available small, 150ml sized bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. 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A 10% solution can also act as a removable varnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/paraloid-b72-in-fossil-preparation\"\u003eLearn more about using Paraloid B-72 in fossil preparation by reading our comprehensive guide.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZOIC PalaeoTech","offers":[{"title":"UK Mainland Shipping ONLY","offer_id":40230750945343,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/4695\/7631\/files\/PremixedParaloidB72_19.png?v=1697794367"},{"product_id":"mega-bundle-paraloid-b-72-premixed-in-acetone","title":"Mega BUNDLE Paraloid B-72 premixed in Acetone","description":"\u003cp\u003eTake all the hassle out of mixing up your own Paraloid™ solutions at home. Paraloid B-72 premixed in acetone available small, 150ml sized bottles. These are perfect for home and hobby users. 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