Martin Flood
Epoxy is a glue made from hexamethylenetetramine (or sometimes called “HMT”) and phenol (also known as anisole). For the most part, epoxy forms when these two chemicals are combined. This can be done in a few different ways: The epoxy can be injected into a mold made out of plaster, resin or fiberglass, which will … Read more
Welcome to our introduction to super glue vs epoxy. We’re going to explore the differences and similarities between them, what they are used for and when you should use them. Superglue is a type of adhesive that comes in liquid or gel form. It is made from cyanoacrylate, a synthetic chemical compound. It was discovered … Read more
Have you ever tried to glue two items together and noticed that it just doesn’t work? There are lots of glues on the market for general household use, but some of them just don’t work out well for the more specific needs of certain situations. These questions may have been asked before, but today we’re … Read more
You may not be familiar with the term, but epoxy is a type of glue. It is used to bond two materials together. Epoxy can be found in many industries such as construction, automotive, and aerospace. Epoxy is ideally suited for these industries because it has an excellent combination of strength and resistance to heat … Read more
Gorilla Glue is a well-known brand in the US, and if you’re reading this article, you might be interested in using them for your next project. But first – what exactly are epoxy glues? They are adhesives that form chemical bonds through a process called polymerization. This generally takes place at room temperature and does … Read more
Epoxy resin is regularly used in art projects. But do you know what it is or why artists use it? Well, first let’s take a step back and examine the basics of epoxy resins. Epoxy resins are often used as construction materials, but they’re also sometimes used in art projects. Epoxy resins are made up … Read more
You can keep epoxy clear by storing it in opaque containers, preventing temperature fluctuations, and using UV light-blocking resin. If you are making epoxy jewelry, you should be using the best quality resin to prevent cloudiness or yellowing. Epoxy resin has many different uses in crafting and construction projects. How do you keep epoxy clear? … Read more
You have some epoxy that you’re working on using, but you’re not sure if it will be safe to use in a situation where it could potentially be exposed to sunlight. Maybe you’re an artist who wants to know if the work that you will create will hold up in places where people may want … Read more
You might have noticed that a piece of epoxy is yellowing and wondered why it does this. This article will explain what epoxy is, what causes yellowing, and how to prevent or reverse it. Epoxy is a chemical compound made of 2 parts: resin and hardener. When the resin and hardener are mixed together they … Read more
Resin seems to be a popular material in the crafting, jewelry, and artistic community. In order to make sure your creations are safe for yourself, your family and friends, and the environment, it is important to know what materials are commonly used in resin casting. What is the safest resin to use? A number of … Read more
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