| abstract |
Disclosed are thixotropic compositions that are curable using ultraviolet and visible radiation. In addition, the disclosed compositions are suitable for applying to glass substrates, polycarbonate substrates, non-metal substrates, and fiber substrates, such as, but not limited to, paper product and natural fiber fabrics. Methods are disclosed for applying the compositions to glass substrates, polycarbonate substrates, non-metal substrates, and fiber substrates, or at least a portion of the glass substrates, polycarbonate substrates, non-metal substrates, and fiber substrates, and curing the applied composition to obtain partially or fully cured compositions. Furthermore, articles of manufacture incorporating fully cured compositions are disclosed; such articles of manufacture are resistant to water, including retention of structural integrity, print and brightness upon prolonged exposure to water and/or air. |