I was looking for a video on making molds and after watching way to many that were way to long and still left me unclear on really only what was needed. I found yours and it was super clear and simple to follow. Thanks for keeping things on point and under 10 minutes.
Love this video! Only I'll be using mine to make a deep dish plant saucer 25 in wide and 4 in deep. So I will build two milamine boards one being an inch smaller. I'll be improvising so we'll see what happens. But I searched for a long time and yours was the best thing I could find for a large mold
MPart Hey Mike, thank you. I know not everyone is into resin, I appreciate you still watching. I will have some project videos out soon. I’m making some items that are all wood and food safe finish. Thanks again.
Etienne morin woodturning yeah, it sure makes it easy. I actually take the numbers off and use them on the clock individually. Checkout my Time to turn a slab video. Thanks.
Hi there 😊 thank you for sharing the video. It was very nice and helpful. Can you share what type of metal saw table that is and where you got it? And the other tools that you used to cut the wood. Thank you
@@IvoryS2012 Hello, some of the tools in this video I no longer used. I use a Jet lathe, 14” bandsaw, and currently I 3hp Saw Stop table saw. Thanks for watching.
@@wlm1217 hello, you can use a wet finger with a rubber glove to smooth the silicone and a little dish soap. II don’t like sharp corners on the pieces I make so a little round edge doesn’t bother me for what I make. If you want a crisp edge, work the silicone with the corner of something square to get a 90° angle in the edges. Hope that helps.
Very good video mate👍 I made a very large round mould and poured a very successful hybrid platter blank using your method. Love the tuck tape. Couple of suggestions though...I use the plastic corrugated board they use for real estate signs (I got a whole bunch for free from a local agent) instead of Perspex and I use hot glue to seal the join instead of silicone ....the resin doesn’t adhere to either.!! Using the metal strap to reinforce the join is genius though really liked it👍👍👍👌thanks for taking the time to make your videos much appreciated😀
leo hollingshead Hi Leo, sounds great! I have made molds out of the corrugated plastic before, Works well. I don’t have luck with hot glue, maybe it’s the glue I’m using? My epoxy resin always sticks to it. I use high temp glue,, maybe that’s an issue? Thank you for tips, and for watching. Cheers my friend! -Speros
Hi. I'm struggling with the same stuff as you, of course. The thing is, that it seems that the very tape you use is the key.... not any of the other materials... and I'm not sure I can find that here in Denmark.
@@spwoodart Thanks for your answer mate. I think I may be able to find something similar here in Denmark ;-) It's important to note, that I am primarily focusing on making smaller (and always round) coffee tables.... a bit larger than the mold you've made. I am, of course, watching your video because I too want to make a mold that can be reused. It is _way_ too time consuming to have to make, basically, the same mold over and over again. It's a hassle though... many, many wood working videos, and especially epoxy related videos, rely on specific kinds of tape that likely exist in Denmark but have completely different names.... and are necessary to do the job. I've tried a few different ones that absolutely did _not_ do the job, so I'm kind'a.... arrrgh, LOL ;-) It looks so easy on video but when the whole thing sticks and you have to use chisels to pry the thing off. I've bought me a release agent too, like you use in the video. I'm really hoping to find some kind of e.g. silicone bendable material and make a mold where I can somehow 'release' the sides/edge and then pry it off the bottom afterwards... obviously without destroying the edges of the mold. Thanks again for answering 🙂
@@timholstpetersen79 I know what you mean, I didn’t want to make molds over and over. You can make a mold like the one I have (bigger) and use 100% silicone chalk. You could Smear It all over the edges and bottom. I have not tried it, but it may work. Thanks for watching my videos, I appreciate it. Cheers!
@@spwoodart Hey, of course.... and I'm sorry I forgot to subscribe and like... it's been remedied as I'm writing this ;-) Again; thanks for answering. I will try a similar approach as yours but need to figure out a way to make it easily repeatable. Not in an industrial sense but still something that makes it easy to produce multiple tables of the same dimensions with a single mold. I'm stoked about this, because it would allow me to eliminate _one_ of the constraints of making these tables. The thing is that I actually _love_ making the molds.... it's part of the process... but I have too many ideas on what to put _into_ the molds, and am too impatient to use the time on the molds ;-)
One of the other constraints, of course, is the cost of the epoxy itself... so for starters like me (and you, at some point), it can be an expensive learning. On my last project I used 6 kg of epoxy... and it turned out 'okay' (my wife is happy ;-) ), but I had to ditch the mold and do it all over again. I want to feel free of the mold thing and to experiment with designs. For now, round coffee tables but....
Sure, it’s a plexiglass about 1/8” thick or any size that will flex. You can get plexiglass at a home store like Home Depot or Lowe’s. You will just need to cut iit into strips. Thanks for watching.
@@Rockysbeats I personally do not know of a metal that wouldn’t stick. You could wrap the metal in tuck tape (sheathing tape) and it should t stick. Thanks for watching.
@@dannysdiyshed Hello, I believe it was an 1/8 inch thick piece of plexiglass. If you are going to use HDPE, just like the plexiglass it needs to be thick enough to bend without breaking, but thick enough for strength to stop any resin push. The smaller the circle the more bend you would need. Hope that helps and thanks for watching.
@SPWoodArt I would still use silicone and not just tape. I am in the middle of a river table, and I missed a bit of silicone. Consequently the resin leaked under the table on one side. I am not looking forward to the cleanup!
Very good video. Thanks for taking the time to share. I searched through your comments section and found that I needed 1/8 inch plexiglass and Tuck construction tape. available at Home Depot. My only suggestion is for novices like myself it would be nice to have a short list of items needed.
And - I just saw a video that used garden edging (a plastic roll) that looked a lot softer and longer. Seemed easier to work with. Have not yet tried it.
Hi Speros , Another great video from you mate ! I have been collecting a few bits and pieces to make my own moulds and will give them a try when its much warmer here. After a bit of a set back health wise a couple of weeks ago I'm up and running at last and will be looking forward to get some work done around the cottage and more importantly up in my shed :) Cheers mate Bram
Hi Bram, so glad to Hear you are feeling better and up and running. I was wondering how you were since we last spoke. I look forward to seeing you back in the shed and turning. As always, thanks for watching my friend. Take care -Speros
Hi Speros, I had a bit of a set back, I finished a course of treament and was getting better then after a few days had to go back to the doctors as my breathing was getting bad again . The doctors sent me to the hospital for blood tests and another xray and was prescribed more anti biotics and steroids . I had another appointment today for the results and was told my lungs are clear and that the blood test showed an allergy which the hospital will investigate. I also had a prescription for another type of inhaler which will be better than the last one. So all in all things are at last looking up and my asthma is getting the treatment I should have had five years ago. Thank you for your concern mate and to every one else that has been in touch with me both publicly, and by pms on FB, I am truly humbled !
Bram the Wadesmill woodturner absolutely, I am so glad you are doing better. I also have asthma. Figures, we choose wood turning with tons of dust. Lol Hopefully they don’t find an allergy to wood dust. Glad to hear your asthma is under control. I have had to be hospitalized for asthma before, not fun. Oh, I didn’t know your on Facebook, I am too, I’ll look for you. Take care -Speros
Hi Dennis, I purchased the plexiglass at home depot. They have different sizes available. Lowe’s and possibly Art supply stores may carry them as well. Thanks!
@@spwoodart I hope you are going to throw a video up of you turning those 2 crotch pieces you cast. I would love to take a stab at it with my new Jet lathe!! I would one day like to meet you. What part of the country do you live in?
Michael Driver I’m located in the arm pit of the USA just kidding. Lol I’m in the northeast. I’m planning on posting a video on those casts as son as I’m done making another large jam chuck for them. My other one became distorted, bad plywood. I’m making a new one from MDF and should have video of that too. Lol
Hello, I love your videos and know I need your help. I am trying to create my own clock silicone mold but I don’t know how to create the border for it. Do you have suggestions or ideas I can use. Thank you so much.
Hello, just to clarify are you looking to make a clock mold with numbers out of silicone? If so, you could use this same design and make a smaller one to fit inside it. Thanks and hope that helps.
I could use this to create the silicone mold with numbers for later use the mold to create the clock out of resin. The issue is that this way it will not create a border for the mold to stop the resin from going over the edges. Thank you
@@gustavotobon7042 to get the border make 2 of these resin molds, one large one small. Out one inside the other and that should give you the border. The smaller the inside one is the bigger the border would be on the silicone mold. Hope that helps.
Thank you so much for your reply and explanation. That’s what I was thinking but being new to this type of art I was not sure. That will do the trick. I will keep watching your videos because you surely have ideas and information to pass on. Kudos to you. God bless.
I am considering trying this with Acetate as it is very inexpensive and perhaps reusable if removed carefully. I am new to this so curious if you've given acetate a try? (question can go out to anyone in comments) I suspect I'll need thicker acetate because resin gives of heat as it cures but don't really know how that stuff reacts to resin heat. Thanks for sharing your experiences :)
@@ncboyd tapping, hammering, chilling (yea I tried freezing it) lol, didn’t work. The pan wasn’t non-stick which may work? I did try a wax mold release which didn’t work. I had to cut the pan to get it out and the resin was still attached. Lol
SP Wood Art I am new on watching your channel also what length would the plexi glass should be ? I’m in process of also doing a project . I’m a beginner
Lauren Carey Hi Lauren, I purchased the plexiglass at Home Depot. They come in sheets and I cut them to size. Make sure you get one that is not too thick and it will bend. Thanks for watching. Cheers
I spent hours trying to find this solution. No doubt, this video should be at the very top of any searches! Thank you.
Thank you!
Oh thank you. This is exactly what I was looking for. I appreciate the time you took to explain the details.
Thank you so much!
I was looking for a video on making molds and after watching way to many that were way to long and still left me unclear on really only what was needed. I found yours and it was super clear and simple to follow. Thanks for keeping things on point and under 10 minutes.
Thanks for watching!
Love the trial and error. Will save me time. Thanks
Glad to help, thanks for watching!
Love this video! Only I'll be using mine to make a deep dish plant saucer 25 in wide and 4 in deep. So I will build two milamine boards one being an inch smaller. I'll be improvising so we'll see what happens. But I searched for a long time and yours was the best thing I could find for a large mold
@@pollymex7000 Hello, sounds like this will help with your project. Glad you like the video and was able to find it. lol
Great info on this topic. Thanks for doing the hardwork
Thank you and for watching.
Exactly what I was looking for.....perfect for my application. Thanks!
Glad I could help, thanks for watching.
thank you for sharing. this was very helpful & i'm gonna try your method with non-circular shapes
Thanks for watching!
Not into resins. Yet. And your vids are always clear and informative so I always wath. Even pen and epoxy ones 😁 Thanks for sharing 👍 -Mike
MPart Hey Mike, thank you. I know not everyone is into resin, I appreciate you still watching. I will have some project videos out soon. I’m making some items that are all wood and food safe finish. Thanks again.
terrific upload SP Wood Art. I smashed that thumbs up on your video. Continue to keep up the superior work.
Thanks for watching!
My good friend Spyros, an excellent work done with this video again as usual, keep up the good work!
Kwstas Antwniou Hey, Kwstas. I was worried this type of video wouldn’t be everyone’s cup of tea. Lol thank you my friend!
Thats a nice setup right there
Etienne morin woodturning Thank you, I appreciate it.
I never tought about printing a clock in epoxy thats wise after you just need to put the mecanism
Etienne morin woodturning yeah, it sure makes it easy. I actually take the numbers off and use them on the clock individually. Checkout my Time to turn a slab video. Thanks.
Can you do a video on how you turned the red heart platter
Thanks for watching. I sure will try.
Hi there 😊 thank you for sharing the video. It was very nice and helpful.
Can you share what type of metal saw table that is and where you got it? And the other tools that you used to cut the wood. Thank you
@@IvoryS2012 Hello, some of the tools in this video I no longer used. I use a Jet lathe, 14” bandsaw, and currently I 3hp Saw Stop table saw. Thanks for watching.
@spwoodart thank you, my friend ❤️
but how do you smooth the silicone and doesn't that prevent a crisp edge
@@wlm1217 hello, you can use a wet finger with a rubber glove to smooth the silicone and a little dish soap. II don’t like sharp corners on the pieces I make so a little round edge doesn’t bother me for what I make. If you want a crisp edge, work the silicone with the corner of something square to get a 90° angle in the edges. Hope that helps.
please how did you make the clock silicon mold in the video @ 4:49min of the video? I don't mind if you can share your idea on that.
Hi, I didn’t make the clock numeral mold, I purchased them on Amazon. Thanks for watching.
Very good video mate👍 I made a very large round mould and poured a very successful hybrid platter blank using your method. Love the tuck tape. Couple of suggestions though...I use the plastic corrugated board they use for real estate signs (I got a whole bunch for free from a local agent) instead of Perspex and I use hot glue to seal the join instead of silicone ....the resin doesn’t adhere to either.!! Using the metal strap to reinforce the join is genius though really liked it👍👍👍👌thanks for taking the time to make your videos much appreciated😀
leo hollingshead Hi Leo, sounds great! I have made molds out of the corrugated plastic before, Works well. I don’t have luck with hot glue, maybe it’s the glue I’m using? My epoxy resin always sticks to it. I use high temp glue,, maybe that’s an issue? Thank you for tips, and for watching. Cheers my friend! -Speros
Hi. I'm struggling with the same stuff as you, of course. The thing is, that it seems that the very tape you use is the key.... not any of the other materials... and I'm not sure I can find that here in Denmark.
The tape helps for sure. It’s sheathing tape for out side houses. Not sure if that helps. Cheers my friend.
@@spwoodart
Thanks for your answer mate. I think I may be able to find something similar here in Denmark ;-)
It's important to note, that I am primarily focusing on making smaller (and always round) coffee tables.... a bit larger than the mold you've made.
I am, of course, watching your video because I too want to make a mold that can be reused. It is _way_ too time consuming to have to make, basically, the same mold over and over again.
It's a hassle though... many, many wood working videos, and especially epoxy related videos, rely on specific kinds of tape that likely exist in Denmark but have completely different names.... and are necessary to do the job.
I've tried a few different ones that absolutely did _not_ do the job, so I'm kind'a.... arrrgh, LOL ;-)
It looks so easy on video but when the whole thing sticks and you have to use chisels to pry the thing off.
I've bought me a release agent too, like you use in the video.
I'm really hoping to find some kind of e.g. silicone bendable material and make a mold where I can somehow 'release' the sides/edge and then pry it off the bottom afterwards... obviously without destroying the edges of the mold.
Thanks again for answering 🙂
@@timholstpetersen79 I know what you mean, I didn’t want to make molds over and over. You can make a mold like the one I have (bigger) and use 100% silicone chalk. You could
Smear It all over the edges and bottom. I have not tried it, but it may work. Thanks for watching my videos, I appreciate it. Cheers!
@@spwoodart
Hey, of course.... and I'm sorry I forgot to subscribe and like... it's been remedied as I'm writing this ;-)
Again; thanks for answering.
I will try a similar approach as yours but need to figure out a way to make it easily repeatable. Not in an industrial sense but still something that makes it easy to produce multiple tables of the same dimensions with a single mold.
I'm stoked about this, because it would allow me to eliminate _one_ of the constraints of making these tables.
The thing is that I actually _love_ making the molds.... it's part of the process... but I have too many ideas on what to put _into_ the molds, and am too impatient to use the time on the molds ;-)
One of the other constraints, of course, is the cost of the epoxy itself... so for starters like me (and you, at some point), it can be an expensive learning. On my last project I used 6 kg of epoxy... and it turned out 'okay' (my wife is happy ;-) ), but I had to ditch the mold and do it all over again.
I want to feel free of the mold thing and to experiment with designs.
For now, round coffee tables but....
Can you please tell me what’s the name of the plastic you used and where i can get them i been looking for that plastic for long time
Sure, it’s a plexiglass about 1/8” thick or any size that will flex. You can get plexiglass at a home store like Home Depot or Lowe’s. You will just need to cut iit into strips. Thanks for watching.
@@spwoodart thank you so much
if you were to use metal instead of plexiglass what type of metal would you use so it does not stick?
@@Rockysbeats I personally do not know of a metal that wouldn’t stick. You could wrap the metal in tuck tape (sheathing tape) and it should t stick. Thanks for watching.
What's the thickness of the plexi? I'm looking at doing this with HDPE but not sure how thick it needs to be. Thanks
@@dannysdiyshed Hello, I believe it was an 1/8 inch thick piece of plexiglass. If you are going to use HDPE, just like the plexiglass it needs to be thick enough to bend without breaking, but thick enough for strength to stop any resin push. The smaller the circle the more bend you would need. Hope that helps and thanks for watching.
@spwoodart It really helps and so does the rest of the video! Thanks for sharing buddy
What is the clear plastic edging?
@@pollymex7000 The edging is plexiglass.
Maybe put the silicone on the outside of the seam and then the tape is on the inside?
Thanks for the idea. The silicone on the outside could work, haven’t tried that method. You could also use all tape too. Thanks for watching!
@SPWoodArt I would still use silicone and not just tape. I am in the middle of a river table, and I missed a bit of silicone. Consequently the resin leaked under the table on one side. I am not looking forward to the cleanup!
@@kelleyspartiatis5323 I hear you, I’ve had the clean up before. Not fun.
Hi great video, what thickness was the plexi glass please?
Thanks! I believe it was 1/16”. As long as it’s thin enough to be flexible it will work. Thanks again for watching.
@@spwoodart thank you👍👍
youre a real smart guy, i like that! thanks for sharing your knowledge! Fresh Air Woodshop - Kansas
Thank you my friend. Merry Christmas, or happy holidays.
Very good video. Thanks for taking the time to share. I searched through your comments section and found that I needed 1/8 inch plexiglass and Tuck construction tape. available at Home Depot. My only suggestion is for novices like myself it would be nice to have a short list of items needed.
Hi, thanks for the tip.
And - I just saw a video that used garden edging (a plastic roll) that looked a lot softer and longer. Seemed easier to work with. Have not yet tried it.
Hi Speros , Another great video from you mate ! I have been collecting a few bits and pieces to make my own moulds and will give them a try when its much warmer here. After a bit of a set back health wise a couple of weeks ago I'm up and running at last and will be looking forward to get some work done around the cottage and more importantly up in my shed :)
Cheers mate Bram
Hi Bram, so glad to Hear you are feeling better and up and running. I was wondering how you were since we last spoke. I look forward to seeing you back in the shed and turning. As always, thanks for watching my friend. Take care -Speros
Hi Speros, I had a bit of a set back, I finished a course of treament and was getting better then after a few days had to go back to the doctors as my breathing was getting bad again . The doctors sent me to the hospital for blood tests and another xray and was prescribed more anti biotics and steroids . I had another appointment today for the results and was told my lungs are clear and that the blood test showed an allergy which the hospital will investigate. I also had a prescription for another type of inhaler which will be better than the last one. So all in all things are at last looking up and my asthma is getting the treatment I should have had five years ago. Thank you for your concern mate and to every one else that has been in touch with me both publicly, and by pms on FB, I am truly humbled !
Bram the Wadesmill woodturner absolutely, I am so glad you are doing better. I also have asthma. Figures, we choose wood turning with tons of dust. Lol Hopefully they don’t find an allergy to wood dust. Glad to hear your asthma is under control. I have had to be hospitalized for asthma before, not fun. Oh, I didn’t know your on Facebook, I am too, I’ll look for you. Take care -Speros
@@spwoodart Thanks mate . I'll look for you on facebook :)
Hi. What is the name of the plastic you used around the table please? (The transparent one for edging)
Hi, the material I used for the edging was thin, plexiglass. Thanks for watching.
Thank you kindly
Thanks for share...🙏
kerajinan unik Thank you!
Materials:
First plastikolite
Dap caulk
Metal hanging strap
Melamine board
Mould release
Second:
Tuck tape
Lexan
100% silicone caulk
Metal hanging strap
More tuck tape
Where can you purchase that thin plexiglass?
Hi Dennis, I purchased the plexiglass at home depot. They have different sizes available. Lowe’s and possibly Art supply stores may carry them as well. Thanks!
How thick is the plexiglass you're using?
Its about -1/8 inch. As long as the plexiglass can flex it will be ok.
nice work mate
Driftscape Thank you!
The tape might be very sticky but it’s also very expensive!
Expense is relative compared to another type, I agree, it’s super sticky. Works great!
Hi Spiros- very informative as usual. What is the name of that red tape again?
Michael Driver Hey Michael, thank you. The red tape is construction sheathing tape. The brand I use is Tuck tape. Thanks for watching my friend.
@@spwoodart I hope you are going to throw a video up of you turning those 2 crotch pieces you cast. I would love to take a stab at it with my new Jet lathe!! I would one day like to meet you. What part of the country do you live in?
Michael Driver I’m located in the arm pit of the USA just kidding. Lol I’m in the northeast. I’m planning on posting a video on those casts as son as I’m done making another large jam chuck for them. My other one became distorted, bad plywood. I’m making a new one from MDF and should have video of that too. Lol
You can PM me on Facebook.
What is name of this red tape?
Hi, the red tape is called Tuck Tape or sheathing tape.
Great tips
Mountain View Turning thank you!
Hey SP Wood Art, did you use caulk and silicone?
Hi, I used 100% silicone with no additives.
@@spwoodart You said in your video at 3:03 that you let the caulk dry for a day, so was just checking! You meant silicone.
@@spwoodart Great videos by the way I've watched this one loads
@@skipgold7900 it was silicone, and thank you for watching,appreciate it.
Hello,
I love your videos and know I need your help. I am trying to create my own clock silicone mold but I don’t know how to create the border for it. Do you have suggestions or ideas I can use. Thank you so much.
Hello, just to clarify are you looking to make a clock mold with numbers out of silicone? If so, you could use this same design and make a smaller one to fit inside it. Thanks and hope that helps.
I could use this to create the silicone mold with numbers for later use the mold to create the clock out of resin. The issue is that this way it will not create a border for the mold to stop the resin from going over the edges. Thank you
I noticed that you use a mold for clock numbers. That is basically what I am trying to create. Thanks again.
@@gustavotobon7042 to get the border make 2 of these resin molds, one large one small. Out one inside the other and that should give you the border. The smaller the inside one is the bigger the border would be on the silicone mold. Hope that helps.
Thank you so much for your reply and explanation. That’s what I was thinking but being new to this type of art I was not sure. That will do the trick. I will keep watching your videos because you surely have ideas and information to pass on. Kudos to you. God bless.
I am considering trying this with Acetate as it is very inexpensive and perhaps reusable if removed carefully. I am new to this so curious if you've given acetate a try? (question can go out to anyone in comments) I suspect I'll need thicker acetate because resin gives of heat as it cures but don't really know how that stuff reacts to resin heat.
Thanks for sharing your experiences :)
Hello, I have not tried acetate.
what thickness was that plexiglass?
It’s about 1/8” inch thick. If it’s a little thicker it would work as long as it flexes. Thanks for watching.
@@spwoodart Awesome thank you
Why did the pie pan fail?
The resin adhered to the pan. Lol
Thanks. Maybe taping and mold release spray?
@@ncboyd tapping, hammering, chilling (yea I tried freezing it) lol, didn’t work. The pan wasn’t non-stick which may work? I did try a wax mold release which didn’t work. I had to cut the pan to get it out and the resin was still attached. Lol
Haha. Thanks for the reply and doing that experiment for me. Keep up the good work 👍
Is that plexus glass??
aware901 yes, the edge is plexiglass.
SP Wood Art I am new on watching your channel also what length would the plexi glass should be ? I’m in process of also doing a project . I’m a beginner
I can not seem to find where to purchase the "flexible silicone plexi glass" ... can you steer me in the right direction? Thank you :)
Lauren Carey Hi Lauren, I purchased the plexiglass at Home Depot. They come in sheets and I cut them to size. Make sure you get one that is not too thick and it will bend. Thanks for watching. Cheers
What gauge plexi did you use.
Hope you enjoy my latest video, per request.