Chimahaga
Kintsugi Repair Kit
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Food Safe
This kit uses natural urushi lacquer and real gold, so it is safe to use on dishes.
It does not contain any epoxy resin or alternative gold powder that is harmful to the body.
Great for a gift
Mizuhiki(水引き), a traditional Japanese gift wrapping technique, is attached to the package.
Red and white are considered very auspicious colors in Japan.
The red flower in the middle represents the ume bloosom, which is also used for celebratory occasions.
Materials and Tools
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Kit contents
・Raw urushi(生漆)
・Bengara urushi(弁柄漆)
・Genuine gold powder 0.3g
・Plastic spatula
・Cotton
・Wood powder
・Tonoko (Whetstone powder)
・Acrylic Workbench
・Fine-point brush
・Masking tape
・Sandpaper (#800)
・Soft abrasive sheet(#800）
・Diamond File
・Measuring spoon (0.1ml)
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Additional items you need to prepare
・Rubber gloves (rash prevention)
・Box cutter
・Scissors
・Tissue paper
・Flour (light flour recommended)
・Alcohol (Ethanol)
・Vegetable oil (salad or rapeseed oil)
・Cardboard for storing ceramics to be repaired
・Wet towel
Tutorial videos are on Youtube.
Precaution
Is it true that Urushi Lacquer can cause a rash?
Yes, urushi lacquer causes a severe rash when getting it on the skin.
So, be sure to wear gloves while using this kit.
Does the Urushi Lacquer lose its allergenic properties after it has cured?
After the Urushi lacquer is completely dry, it is harmless to the human body.
How many items can be repaired with this kit?
You can repair about 5 chipped items or 1~2 broken items.
However, the actual number of items that can be repaired depends on the size of the damage.
If you want to repair more items, you will need additional gold powder.
Is it ok for hot liquids or foods?
Yes, urushi lacquer becomes very robust when it hardens.
But it is not suitable for items that are directly exposed to fire, as this will damage the urushi lacquer.
Is kintsugi appropriate for a glass item?
Glass is not suitable for kintsugi because urushi lacquer does not work well.
Is it microwave or dishwasher safe?
No, urushi lacquer is not microwave/dishwasher resistant.