Immerse yourself in the world of epoxy resin. Discover a myriad of projects, techniques, and tips for creating beautiful, functional, and durable epoxy resin art, furniture, and decor.
Epoxy glues are actually a type of adhesive, but they are more specially formulated than most other common adhesives. Epoxies create a stronger bond and have more resistance to heat and chemicals than many other types of glue. Epoxy is also used as coatings, paints, and composites in addition to its use as an adhesive. … Read more
Polyester resin is a liquid plastic that hardens to create a solid surface. It can be used in a variety of applications, including making jewelry, models, and molds. Polyester resin takes around 24 hours to harden within its mold, but the wait time is well worth it. After all that work, you want the finished … Read more
One of the first problems that you may run into when using epoxy resin is it curing too quickly and not having enough time to layer your pieces or pour them into your molds. This causes the resin to begin curing before you are able to properly stir it, causing air bubbles, which will ruin … Read more
Epoxy is a plastic material that is used for industrial applications and is also used in some places in the home. Epoxy can stick to concrete, and it is often used on concrete floors. Epoxy can also be used as an adhesive or coating. There are types of epoxy resins that are good adhesives, while … Read more
The epoxy adhesive is a very versatile, useful, and popular product used by many people to bond a wide range of materials. The main reason why epoxy adhesives are so popular is that they offer excellent adhesion and durability, but how long does the epoxy adhesive last? Epoxies are thermosetting resins that when combined with … Read more
Have you seen the gorgeous designs that people make with resin? From beautiful jewelry to elaborate tabletop decorations, there are so many amazing and unique things that artists create. And because resin is such a versatile material, it works for all kinds of projects, big and small. But what exactly is resin? What do you … Read more
Epoxy resins are a combination of two chemicals, a resin, and a hardener. Epoxies were originally used as an adhesive to hold things together. Over time they have become popular in the world of woodworking, especially in creating river tables. Epoxy is mixed together and poured over the surface of wood that has been cut … Read more
Epoxy is a type of adhesive that is made up of polyamine hardener and polyether resin. It was discovered by chance in 1936 by a chemist named Harry Coover. It is most often used for woodworking and repair. Epoxy sets hard within 24 hours, has a high resistance to heat, can be sanded or drilled … Read more
Have you ever wondered, “Which is better: epoxy or resin?” Perhaps you’ve heard of the term “polymer.” Maybe you’re an avid DIYer and are looking to create your own personalized castings like that ring mold I made of my child’s handprint. Regardless of what brought you here, let’s talk about epoxy and resin—the two most … Read more
Epoxy is a strong adhesive that can be used to join materials together. Epoxies are used in construction, electronics, and many other settings because of their strength and durability. In most cases, epoxy is applied as a paste with one side being attached to a surface while the other side will be attached to another … Read more