Editing Bondo

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"Bondo" is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genericized_trademark genericized trademark] used to refer to plastic body fillers. Plastic body fillers are polyester resins that are mixed with hardeners into a putty. When they set, they become hard, and can be sanded, primed, and painted.

==Bondo and health==
Bondo was developed as a replacement for lead used as body filler. It's less toxic, although it still poses health risks. Gloves, mask, and adequate ventilation are recommended. For MSDS details on specific Bondo products, [http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/MSDS/Search/?gsaAction=msdsSRA&msdsLocale=en_US search the MSDS database at 3M.com].

==Types of plastic body filler==
*[http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/3MAutomotive/Aftermarket/Products/Product-Catalog/?PC_7_RJH9U5230GE3E02LECFTDQCEK3_nid=02PKX0XCK6beFDKXQL309Jgl 3M body fillers and auto body repair products]
*[http://www.evercoat.com/products.aspx Evercoat]

=="Waterproof" body fillers==
Be aware of "generous" marketing claims regarding waterproof body fillers. They are most likely "water-resistant", rather than actually "water-proof". Some people may choose to apply epoxy primer, then body filler, then epoxy primer over the filler.

If using a waterproof paint, a waterproof body filler may be unnecessary anyway.

==DIY body filler recipes==
''needs confirmation''
*Epoxy resin and glass bubbles.

==References==
*http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bondo_(putty)
*http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/bondo-163104.html

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