Do you ever find yourself working on a project with epoxy, only to have it dry in an uneven and bumpy texture? You’re probably asking yourself: “why is my epoxy drying bumpy”. If so, you’re not alone! Many DIYers encounter this problem when using epoxy. But don’t despair – there are solutions that can help … Read more
Do you want to give your epoxy resin jewelry a new shine? Cleaning and polishing epoxy resin jewelry is easier than you may think. In this article, we’ll show you how to clean it step by step and explain all of the materials that you’ll need in depth. With the right knowledge, tools and techniques, … Read more
Deep pour epoxy resins, also known as casting epoxy resins, are used for creating unique crafts, jewelry, and other novelty items from molds, as well as clear encasings over items and “suspending” items. Casting epoxy resin is distinctly different from coating resin which is used for enhancing objects made from materials such as wood, metal, … Read more
How to Pour Deep Epoxy (Step by Step) Suppose you’re thinking about taking on a DIY crafting project with epoxy, like building a river table or encasing trinkets to make epoxies. In that case, you need to learn everything you can about pouring epoxy properly. Read on below and learn how to pour deep epoxy … Read more
The quick answer is – a single gallon of epoxy covers approximately 13 square feet at a pour thickness of ⅛ inch. This estimate includes up to 2 percent “extra” epoxy than is necessary to cover the suggested area because there tends to be a bit of runoff over surface edges. Another way to look … Read more
The general rule of thumb for letting epoxy sit before pouring is that you should leave freshly poured epoxy to settle for approximately 3 hours in between each new pour. However, this rule may differ depending on the various types and brands you try using for epoxy pouring projects. Likewise, your intents and purposes … Read more
Deep epoxy resin typically takes around one week to properly cure after you pour it. In most cases, the epoxy usually dries out almost completely within the first 12 hours to 24 hours after pouring. Normally within the next 5 to 7 days the epoxy finishes curing. Afterward, the epoxy is fully hardened and “finished” … Read more
River tables are beautifully crafted tables that, when finished, have tops that appear like a river flowing between two shores. The main components of river tables are two planks of live edge wood and epoxy with blue dye. But, do you need deep pour epoxy for a river table or can you use table top … Read more
Wondering how to remove bubbles from epoxy resin? You’ve come to the right place. In this post we’ll explain how to get those bubbles out so you can continue with your project… Let’s begin… How to Remove Bubbles From Epoxy Resin Preparing epoxy by following the manufacturer’s recommended mixing instructions is simple; read … Read more
Deep pour epoxy may be used for a top coat application in a pinch, though it is not highly recommended. The truth is that deep pour epoxy, as a top coat, is not a great option because it’s specifically designed for thicker applications. Deep pour epoxy takes several days longer than table top epoxy, which … Read more
In this article, we’ll explore how long it takes deep pour epoxy resin to cure – let’s begin! Deep pour epoxy resin typically takes around one week to properly cure after you pour it. In most cases, the epoxy usually dries out almost completely within the first 12 hours to 24 hours after pouring. Normally … Read more
There are differences between deep pour epoxy resin and table top epoxy resin that anyone just getting started working with epoxy resin should be aware of. Before you can get started with your epoxy projects you need to know which type of epoxy resin is best for the sort of projects you wish to work … Read more
The amount of deep pour epoxy needed for your projects may be calculated by measuring the total length of the area you wish to pour, as well as the width of the pour. Multiply the length of the pour by the width of the pour to find the total amount of deep pour epoxy … Read more
Many epoxy resin products may be poured up to 2 inches thick with little to no issues, so long as you have a steady hand and have prepared the epoxy properly before pouring it, as well as allowing it enough time to cure properly. That said, some epoxy resin may only be poured up to … Read more
Most epoxy resin pour is layers of between ⅛ inch and 2 inches, in order to cure properly, but the deepest pour epoxy resins may be layered up to 4 inches deep. The truth is, with deep-pour epoxy resin, you can pour as deeply as the product will hold up to in combination with your … Read more
If you’re thinking of building a river table, knowing how deep your tabletop epoxy can pour is crucial (especially if you want to use the least amount of pours possible). Here is what you need to know about how deep you can pour tabletop epoxy: Common tabletop epoxy pours are often limited to just ¼ … Read more