Have you ever come across some beautiful resin coasters with elegant flair and thought about making something like those for yourself? Well, I know the feeling! The very first concern is to make sure you choose the epoxy indented for making coasters. It should cure rock solid and doesn’t become tacky. Also, it needs to…
Epoxy is an incredibly versatile adhesive bonding agent, but it doesn’t always work on every surface. If you want to use epoxy resin in your epoxy project to attach items together, it’s important to know which surfaces it won’t stick to in order to avoid disasters and costly repairs. For instance, it can stick to…
Epoxy resin has exceptional bonding strength, durability, and chemical resistance. Also, it’s non-porous, so it can act as a protective surface coating. Best of all, it’s one of the most versatile chemical compounds out there. For that, you can use it on various materials and projects. It works on metal, glass, wood, and more. But,…
As a resin artist, you’ll always need a heat source when pouring epoxy. This continuous flame will help you to eliminate any bubbles that form in your resin pieces. Believe me, bubbles will certainly be trapped in your crafts. This can ruin your project’s appearance since the finished work will appear cloudy. Thankfully, there are…
Butane torches are pretty handy heating tools, especially for tasks like acrylic pouring, welding, cooking, or any other sort of crafting project. And regardless of the torch, you’re using, it needs butane to function. Simply put, a gas-powered device can’t work without gas! Butane fuel will eventually run out after repeated use. And that’s when…
What is epoxy resin used for? Epoxy resin is a highly versatile product used in various industries. It adheres to different materials including metal, glass, wood, and fabric. The incredible heat-resistant property makes it a great adhesive product for anyone to craft useful items like coasters, tumblers, bookmarks, shakers, etc. As well as refinishing outdated or…
A bookmark enables you to track your progress when reading a certain book. More importantly, it allows you to return to the part you were previously reading with ease. In other words, a bookmark is a very useful tool to any bookworm. Surprisingly, you can make unique DIY resin bookmarks with epoxy resin. Best of…
Making resin paperweights is a creative and fun craft project you can do at home. Besides, they enable you to embed anything in resin. Thus making them an incredible gift idea for someone you care about. Best of all, you can make many paperweights at once or along with other projects like resin phone cases…
The popularity of epoxy countertops is increasing day by day across the world. Thanks to their durability and mechanical resilience. But similar to any other materials, there are advantages and disadvantages of epoxy resin countertops. And today, that’s what we’re going to unfold! But, before heading to the pros and cons of epoxy countertops, it’s…
If you’re looking for a cost-effective way to upgrade your worn countertops, epoxy is the way to go. This coating will make your countertops look amazing. Better still, it increases the surfaces’ ability to resist scratches, chipping, and stains. And the process of making an epoxy countertop is not that challenging! In fast its not…
A DIY epoxy resin tray is a great piece for decor and serving tools. Besides, you can even gift it to your loved ones. Best of all, anyone can easily create a unique epoxy serving tray. You just need to be creative and have some epoxy resin. On top of that, you can embed some…
When epoxy resin cures completely, it’s considered safe for various applications. Some brands are even ideal for use on food preparation surfaces and tabletop making. Despite this, specialists advise users to take safety precautions when handling epoxy. You should wear a respirator mask and a pair of gloves. For this reason, one may wonder; is…
Epoxy resin is an amazing material for creating various types of art and craft essentials like tumblers, coasters, tabletop, or even coating your countertop. It’s a very versatile compound that adheres to most surfaces. Consequently, it can even stick to your hands and skin. That’s why I advise users to always wear gloves when handling…
With epoxy resin, you can easily bring nature into your home. And one way to do that is by making an epoxy resin river tabletop. This piece of functional art has a unique and durable high-gloss, glass-like coating. More notably, you can use it to showcase your hobbies and interests. Also, these pieces are versatile,…
Epoxy resin is a fantastic material to create many DIY projects in this article we are looking at resin tumblers. There are various methods you can use to customize your tumbler. But the use of epoxy resin is by far, the most interesting and fascinating approach. It’s a simple and fun process that can be…
Heat gun vs butane torch for acrylic pouring which is better? As a resin artist, you’ll need a heat source that you can use during acrylic pouring. It also comes in handy after pouring the resin if you want to create some beautiful effects. This is because the heat source helps to break the top…
Mixing epoxy resin is one way to ensure you get high-quality pieces. Even so, some items may still need finishing to some extent. For instance, the resin may not have an expected crystal-clear surface. Luckily, polishing epoxy resin will give them a beautiful resin piece with a shiny surface. The same thing applies to resin-coating…
