Martin Flood 
You’ve just created the perfect tabletop for your coffee table, desk, or workbench. All that’s left to do is apply a protective topcoat. While you have many options for protecting your wood from scratches, spills and other mishaps using a resin topcoat can create an impermeable barrier that will last a lifetime. Epoxy resins can … Read more
If you love art, I have some bad news: you’re going to hate resin-based art. Resin is not only bad for the environment, but it’s also bad for the soul. It fills people with joy and possibility in all of the wrong ways, and today I’m going to explain why. One thing we all know … Read more
If you are considering using an epoxy resin cutting board, it is important to know the ins and outs of this unusual material. This article will cover what epoxy resin is, whether or not it’s safe for food use, how to create a safe cutting surface using epoxy, and how to keep your cutting board … Read more
Epoxy resin is a two-component polymer that has become very popular in the DIY and craft world. This material is vital for many DIY projects thanks to its strength, durability, and ability to be molded into almost any shape you desire. As long as you use the right formula and follow the instructions carefully, your … Read more
You’re looking to build a table for a summer barbecue. You have the legs cut and sanded, you’ve stained all the pieces, and you’re ready to put it all together. Your thoughts turn to epoxy—it makes such beautiful, durable tables! But can epoxy withstand the heat of summer? Can epoxy stand up to the sun? … Read more
In this article, you’ll learn about how to seal a picture before using resin. We’ll explain why it is so important and give you some tips on what to do and what not to do before sealing your picture. Do you have to seal photo paper for resin? When you first use resin with photos, … Read more
Resin is a synthetic polymer that can be used to create all sorts of products, from water bottles to jewelry. Clearcoat is a protective layer placed over paintings and calipers on cars. What’s the difference? Why do people ask if a clear coat can be sprayed over resin? And how do you apply it? Can … Read more
Have you ever wanted to find a way to preserve a romantic flower bouquet from your significant other? Maybe your child gave you a wildflower they picked in the meadow near your house, and you want to preserve it forever. Maybe you just love flowers for their vibrant color and want to know how you … Read more
Resin is a great product to use to preserve bugs because it adds another layer of protection that keeps them safe from the elements and any other harsh forces. It also gives you a lot more flexibility in your choices of display. If you want to preserve a bug in resin, you will need to … Read more
Epoxy resin is a synthetic material that, when mixed with a catalyst, hardens into a clear, plastic-like finish. It has many uses in the arts and crafts world, often as a thick varnish that protects other pieces of art and metalwork. Because epoxy resin gets harder than other products like wood glue and superglue, it … Read more