Hope you guys enjoyed this resin review! Do you guys have any other resins or resin products you want me to try and review? Let me know! Thank you for watching!
Have you ever tried Unicone resin? I've been using it for a top coat for acrylic pours and also as a medium for fluids art. It is great! I haven't tried it for casting yet. The price is about the same as this resin.
It was a good video! Even though the product says no vocs you should use a mask with a respirator as the fumes from resin can damage your lungs and make you very ill!
@@missbluekoi art resin works well! Be careful with marine & industrial resins as they have high voc's that can be very dangerous to ones health....please use a respirator & mask when resinating!
I love the review I actually bought this resin because of your review and i really like it better then other two part resins I've used in the past! I hope you continue doing reviews of amazon resins including the uv resins I trust your opinion more then the reviews on amazon.
Started out with Envirotech Lite and love it. Tried Art Resin, the only good thing is they aced their marketing ;) Next and the latest and the last is Art n Glow. This is the only one I use as a professional resin artist, period. (ps my first pour was in the 70s) Edit to add: I also use a chef's torch to eliminate bubbles. And use warmed resin ;)
Thanks for the tutorial, was really helpful. I bought this resin, because it was advertised as Clear resin, and the price was good. I am a beginner to resin, but I got all these microbubbles no matter how slow or fast I stirred the resin. Now I will try to put in a warm bath, as you suggested. ...of course there is no pressure chamber at home :/ …. but then it should be advertised the correct way... and yes when I add pigment to it, there are no bubbles. I just wanted some clear pendants and now I might use it mostly with colors to avoid seeing the bubbles.
Anett Elek have your tried a heat gun or even a hair dryer on the resin to pop the bubble? Just blow over the bubbles carefully and it should pop the bubbles
I use this resin and I use a small torch lighter and I gently and quickly heat the top of the resin soon after I am done pouring. It has helped get rid of 90% of the micro bubbles.
Adding info.... The directions do tell you to torch the bubbles like most resins. The bubbles go away quickly. You can also blow lightly through a straw. The oxygen in your breath will pop the bubbles.
I was looking for an alternative to art resin that was no vocs non harmful and non toxic cause i heard art resin is not good for casting and i intend to make resin keychains so i'm glad i stumbled upon your video thanks for making this video
Nicely Done ✅ - well ✅ + said that’s exactly what i use since i recently started using resins in over forty years ! ! - back in the mid 70’s when i was in my early 20’s there was a great product called ‘ envirotex ‘ now there’s such a variety in resins available online, and relatively cheap....and delivered overnight...i now live in a very small town on the Oregon Coastline where there isn’t much of anything available at the local stores.....long story short i was hit and ran over by a drunk driver on my motorcycle and now I’m severely disabled and limited to what i can do physically ! - I can still walk around but, I’m not able to work on more stuff that I’d like to ivy done all kinds of stuff like macramé,woodwork,leather,etc etc ,That I’ve done my whole life but,unfortunately now I’m limited to what i can do.....anyway thank you 🙏 for everything...I’m originally from Idaho but,moved to El Paso Texas for about 38 years where everything was available at any where in the city.... ! ! - here i have to order just about everything or i make it myself...due to my severe injury I have both shot and long term memory loss so i have a hard time expressing myself and I’m sorry if i offend anyone with my comments....I’ll try to express myself more clearly.....i hope this description made sense...
Thank you for sharing your story. I've worked with many motor vehicle accident patients so I know exactly what you are talking about. I'm glad your accident has not stopped your creativity and your drive to learn. Wishing you the best!
Nada Nada I’m so sorry about your accident! I’m glad you shared your story! I have suffered a stroke, so I know about brain injury. I, too, have a desire to learn and use crafting as an outlet! I wish you well & wanted to reach out. Best wishes ~ Kim
I didn’t get micro bubbles when I used a heat gun or torch to go over the resin after pouring it. Maybe try that to eliminate the micro bubbles you are experiencing with this resin. I’ve used multiple different resins and have used heat to get rid of the micro bubbles in all of them.
C Rapach I use those methods as well. However heat gun and torch will not remove all of the micro bubbles if you are using it for casting. But for coating, yes, they work since the layer is thinner. For microbubbles, prevention is key. That is why I showed the hot water bath method. But if you have a pressure pot or vacuum chamber, you don’t really have to worry about it.
Same here...and yes it will help micro bubbles. I havent seen a resin yet that doesnt have Any bubbles...the video seems so hung up on micro bubbles...but no torching...mmm
@@julierathe6661 Personally, I like her Reviews like this. It helps to show a new person to Resin, what their pieces will come out, who doesn't yet have access to a Heat Gun, Torch, etc... Of course, more experienced Crafter will have access to these items already, and know how to remove those bubbles easier.
thank you for this review! i’ve been making jewelry for almost a year now and I want to add resin pieces to my collection. My only question is do you recommend wearing a respirator when using this resin?
General rule of thumb is to always protect yourself when working with resin since it is considered a hazardous material. Should be worked in a well ventilated space and skin protected from it. I use it on certain brands since I am sensitive to the fumes. So the use of respirator is a personal choice.
Im starting out making dice and i bought this resin but ive noticed that its flexible and get dents in the edges of the dice... i saw you said a 2:1 would cure rock hard... do you have any recommendations for me?
I misplaced the clear ones after moving and I'm so upset! I do still have the one a colored pink which is fine but ugh! I wish I still had the clear blank pieces!!
Have you done a second layer of resin after the first layer has fully cured. I had dips in my resin on a wood painting after it harden. It’s a time consuming piece and want to save it by putting g a second layer…
I purchased Art &Glow, for the first time, 1st the hardener turned yellow im the bottle, when its combined with parts 1 and 2 it doesn't turn clear. I mixed it for almost 20 mins. and it was a cloudy white that turned into a hard clump that I couldn't even try to pour. I feel like I wasted $$$$$😡🤷🏽♀🤦🏾♀
Does this resin get soft with heat? I use easy cast resin and it bracelets or rings practically turn to a jelly hardness when worn. I know that I’m measuring correctly and others have had this issue too
Mallory Gilmore Easy Cast is well known for doing that, hence i never recommend it to anyone. Many resin will soften with high heat but Easy Cast gets super soft with just body heat. I have not had issues with Artglow
I’m trying to make a homemade cardboard cutout and I’m using standard printer/business paper for it. I’ve never used resin before, but I was thinking about using it to make my project glossy and waterproofed to an extent. Amazon says this resin is good on paper but is resin what I need for what I’m trying to do? If it is, would I apply it kind of like how you did the metal dome in the video? And is a foam brush okay for application?
You would need to seal the paper and the cardboard with a decopage medium such as modpodge. Because paper is porous so it will soak the resin causing oil like stains. It would be best to apply with a scraper or a spatula of some sort. Let the excess resin drip off the sides. You would also need to tape off the backside of the cutout with painters tape if you don’t want resin drips there. If this cutout is going to be kept as a forever keepsake, then yes resin would be great. But if it’s for temporary use for an event or something like that, I wouldn’t use it since it’s pricey. Depending on the size of your cutout, you may need quite a bit of resin and 16oz kit is already over 20 bucks. You may be better off by just using photo paper and gloss sealant spray
Thanks for the video. I am making a couple of wood and resin projects. One requires a 3/4” pour that is 1/2” wide and 6” long. The other is a 3/8” pour that is 1/2” wide 12” long. I will be using a bit of color, but I want the finished pour to be translucent; I want to be able to see light through it. What resin would you recommend? I appreciate your help.
Any 2part resin will work because it’s clear. But if you want to color it and still have the translucency, you’ll have to use translucent resin dyes. A good alternative would be India inks, alcohol inks,
Question, do I put glitter after I’ve mixed the resin with the hardener or do I mix all three together at the same time? (resin, glitter, and hardened)
Do you have a video for the much later portion to see if they've turned yellow. I just order this yesterday and I've never worked with resin or anything before. So just wanting to check.
When working with resin in general, it is recommended to work in a well ventilated space despite the low odor and VOCs. Wearing proper protective gear is also recommended since it is deemed hazardous material. What you wear while working with any resin is up to you
Danielle Gardner nitrile gloves and apron. If you watch my beginners guide to resin series, you’ll have. Better understand of resin and the proper way to use it
Hi! I have a dumb question but I’m a beginner and I would like to know if the only way to get color is if you buy color resin? I don’t know what I was imagining but I do nails and I have my nail dip powder and for some reason I was planning on mixing that to use for color but I don’t think it’ll work 😂 the only way to get color is buying a specific color for that’s resin? If so, where can get I purchase this and what’s a good price? Thank you for the awesome video!!!
Vas Happenin you can use pigment or mica powders, oil paints, acrylic paints and resin dyes/pigment to color resin. You can find many inexpensive ones on amazon
Where yellowing is concerned, if I colour my resin but keep it transparent will yellowing still show? Does yellowing only show when you keep resin clear?
Im looking for a coating resin for canvas, could you review that Art N Glow, or recommend one, usually casting resigned are thinner , thanks for the video as all your videos very informative
This is my second time using this resin. The first time I got this size and there were no fumes and I used it in a smaller space, but when I bought the 1 gal pack, the fumes were so strong and spread through the whole house and are still lingering. I’m not sure why that is
Ashley, making resin? You don’t make resin. In order for the resin to cure/harden, you need a hardener. If you watched the video, you can see that I mixed the resin and the hardener together
I tried giving this resin a few chances, but every time I mix it, its very very yellow. I feel like I got an old batch. I got a refund for this one...I greatly prefer liquid diamonds but its so finicky with the weather/
I noticed you said if the hardner has a yellow tint that its old. I'm assuming your saying thats only for this brand because some brands their hardner is a yellow tint already. Stone coat countertops platinum formula is a good example. They sell a yellow hardner that they say will never yellow once hard
Actually, I’ve learned the yellowing in the hardener is from it oxidizing from exposure to air. The seal is not 100% air tight in these bottles unless it’s under a vacuum or something. So the older the hardener is, the more yellow it will be. The yellowness won’t be noticeable in the casting unless you are doing a clear piece.
@@AmyMade what about the companies that advertise it alrdy yellow is what I'm asking. Obviously they would take a picture of old hardner that wouldnt be good for business
support.promarinesupplies.com/hc/en-us/articles/360016081072-Why-does-Epoxy-Hardener-side-B-sometimes-change-color-in-the-bottle-yellow-in-bottle- this link gave me a good idea says the bottles they come in a breathable. Ty for your input
@@AmyMade no total boat epoxy resin or alumlite slow casting resisns stay solid even when exposed to pretty hot conditions I've tried many resins but you are right most of them do have a give to them with warmth
I think most casting resins will be hard even after heat exposure but coating resins will soften. That’s just my theory though from using different resins
@@AmyMade thanks for replying. What is your favorite? I just started using the puduo. My first time making resin, it's ok for my first product, just alot of macro bubbles. I'm going to try some of the others that you review. Thanks for sharing your videos
Special K I don’t have a favorite resin right now. My opinions seem to change the longer I use certain brands of resin. However, generally I do use two different types of resin. One for casting and one for coating/doming. For casting, I use low viscosity resin to avoid bubbles. For coating, I use a thicker resin the cures super smooth with a durable finish
@@AmyMade ok thank you I was curious about it I'm new at this 😔🤗 and I'm trying to learn, in your opinion, what will be the best one to use for making jewelry that if used under an UV light will be a fast cure?
Knowing the difference between uv resin and 2 part is a good start. This video is on 2 part resin which requires 2 liquids to be mixed together for the curing to occur.
Not always. It really depends on the brand and whether if it’s 1:1 or 2:1 ration resin. Generally, I find 2:1 resin cures rock hard even if it’s a thin layer
Thank you! Do you have a link for it? I tried mixing it with the cup inside warm water and yes a lot less bubbles but it started to gel so fast I couldn’t do the second layer of resin on my earrings. :( any tips?
Yoselin Rodriguez www.eagerpolymers.com for the dyes. Warming up the resin will shorten the pot life (working time) as mentioned in the video. And if you mix a large amount of resin, that will shorten it even more as the exothermic reaction will be greater. . So If you are going to warm up the resin, make sure you’re not warming it up too much and avoid mixing a large batch.
Good lord you are so extremely slow while just giving a simple review about this product. You're reviewing the type of resin, not teaching the process. False Advertisement, and this wasted more time than benefitted.
Many people prefer detailed review along with the demonstration since a lot of them are beginners looking for a brand of resin to try. I’m glad I wasted your time lol! Thanks for the view and engagement!
Wow, I think you would not have avoided that snippy comment of you had been making them a trophy piece, lol aren't people a trip? Thank you I am just looking for my go to epoxy resin and torn between this one and marine something it left me right this moment but I am only making for me and think either will do but you certainly answered allot of my questions and yes most people are visual and prefer reviews exactly like this one, thank you, A new sub
Ive been trying to find a new resin and would appreciate suggestions. The resin ive used is envirotex lite 16oz for about $17 from my local hardware store and its my only local option. Its served me well for smaller jewelry and such but ive recently been doing slightly bigger things like trinket dishes and boxes. The resin seems to struggle with staying runny and getting in the nooks and cranies of things, it gets gloopy too fast. So id like to find a clear resin that stays runny and is at a similar price per amount if possible.
Seems like you need resin that either has a longer pot life or a lower viscosity. Envirotex lite has a pot life of only 25min!? With larger amounts of mixed resin, the curing reaction/heat will be greater, shortening your pot life; which is what is happening in your case. So art 'n glow will already be a better resin for you. You may save a little on the price if you buy the larger kit.
Hope you guys enjoyed this resin review! Do you guys have any other resins or resin products you want me to try and review? Let me know! Thank you for watching!
Ive been trying to find a new resin and have been curious about pro marine and totalboat
Have you ever tried Unicone resin? I've been using it for a top coat for acrylic pours and also as a medium for fluids art. It is great! I haven't tried it for casting yet. The price is about the same as this resin.
Try Stone coat Countertops they make their own and it looks mint 😊
It was a good video! Even though the product says no vocs you should use a mask with a respirator as the fumes from resin can damage your lungs and make you very ill!
@@missbluekoi art resin works well! Be careful with marine & industrial resins as they have high voc's that can be very dangerous to ones health....please use a respirator & mask when resinating!
This review is so good and thorough! Very easy for a beginner to understand. Thanks!
I love the review I actually bought this resin because of your review and i really like it better then other two part resins
I've used in the past! I hope you continue doing reviews of amazon resins including the uv resins I trust your opinion more then the reviews on amazon.
Aww thanks! I'm glad it helped!
Hi, did you get any crazy bubbles that she got in this video? That would drive me nuts
@@ashleechan22 I did on bigger pours but not on smaller ones.
Started out with Envirotech Lite and love it. Tried Art Resin, the only good thing is they aced their marketing ;) Next and the latest and the last is Art n Glow. This is the only one I use as a professional resin artist, period. (ps my first pour was in the 70s)
Edit to add: I also use a chef's torch to eliminate bubbles. And use warmed resin ;)
Great, I’m glad you found the one!
I cant even figure out what she said. Is she using Art and glow now?
@@a-zcrazy1676 thank you!!!! I thought I was the only confused one with the sentence hahahaha
I am so happy I found your channel! Seriously thank you so much I can’t wait to get mine in the mail 😬🤗🤗🤗🤗💚
Yay! Thank you!
I missed your resin videos :) Glad to see you're back
Thanks for the tutorial, was really helpful. I bought this resin, because it was advertised as Clear resin, and the price was good. I am a beginner to resin, but I got all these microbubbles no matter how slow or fast I stirred the resin. Now I will try to put in a warm bath, as you suggested. ...of course there is no pressure chamber at home :/ …. but then it should be advertised the correct way... and yes when I add pigment to it, there are no bubbles. I just wanted some clear pendants and now I might use it mostly with colors to avoid seeing the bubbles.
For pendants I'm trying UV resin. I haven't done it yet but they don't seem to get the same bubbles
Anett Elek have your tried a heat gun or even a hair dryer on the resin to pop the bubble? Just blow over the bubbles carefully and it should pop the bubbles
I use this resin and I use a small torch lighter and I gently and quickly heat the top of the resin soon after I am done pouring. It has helped get rid of 90% of the micro bubbles.
Thanks for all your videos! It's helped me alot! Please continue making them!!!😊
Adding info.... The directions do tell you to torch the bubbles like most resins. The bubbles go away quickly. You can also blow lightly through a straw. The oxygen in your breath will pop the bubbles.
Sure, that’s the way to remove larger surface bubbles but will not work for micro bubbles.
I was looking for an alternative to art resin that was no vocs non harmful and non toxic cause i heard art resin is not good for casting and i intend to make resin keychains so i'm glad i stumbled upon your video thanks for making this video
Casting is doable with this resin if you work in many thin layers due to the issues of bubbles
@@AmyMade ok tysm
Also art resin is good for casting. Again, you would have to work in thin layers
If you put bottles in warm water for 5 mins or less your call on that...it makes it much easier ..flowing no clouds less bubbles..FYI
Kelly Gallo as demonstrated in the video 😉 I just did it in the cup instead of when the resin is still in the bottle.
Nicely Done ✅ - well ✅ + said that’s exactly what i use since i recently started using resins in over forty years ! ! - back in the mid 70’s when i was in my early 20’s there was a great product called ‘ envirotex ‘ now there’s such a variety in resins available online, and relatively cheap....and delivered overnight...i now live in a very small town on the Oregon Coastline where there isn’t much of anything available at the local stores.....long story short i was hit and ran over by a drunk driver on my motorcycle and now I’m severely disabled and limited to what i can do physically ! - I can still walk around but, I’m not able to work on more stuff that I’d like to ivy done all kinds of stuff like macramé,woodwork,leather,etc etc ,That I’ve done my whole life but,unfortunately now I’m limited to what i can do.....anyway thank you 🙏 for everything...I’m originally from Idaho but,moved to El Paso Texas for about 38 years where everything was available at any where in the city.... ! ! - here i have to order just about everything or i make it myself...due to my severe injury I have both shot and long term memory loss so i have a hard time expressing myself and I’m sorry if i offend anyone with my comments....I’ll try to express myself more clearly.....i hope this description made sense...
Thank you for sharing your story. I've worked with many motor vehicle accident patients so I know exactly what you are talking about. I'm glad your accident has not stopped your creativity and your drive to learn. Wishing you the best!
Crafter's Delights - Thanx ! !
Nada Nada I’m so sorry about your accident! I’m glad you shared your story! I have suffered a stroke, so I know about brain injury. I, too, have a desire to learn and use crafting as an outlet! I wish you well & wanted to reach out. Best wishes ~ Kim
Try putting your a and b bottles in warm bath prior to pouring And mixing. It's works slot better
Sweet I just bought some of this for resin casts. It seems to work good.
I didn’t get micro bubbles when I used a heat gun or torch to go over the resin after pouring it. Maybe try that to eliminate the micro bubbles you are experiencing with this resin. I’ve used multiple different resins and have used heat to get rid of the micro bubbles in all of them.
C Rapach I use those methods as well. However heat gun and torch will not remove all of the micro bubbles if you are using it for casting. But for coating, yes, they work since the layer is thinner. For microbubbles, prevention is key. That is why I showed the hot water bath method. But if you have a pressure pot or vacuum chamber, you don’t really have to worry about it.
Same here...and yes it will help micro bubbles. I havent seen a resin yet that doesnt have Any bubbles...the video seems so hung up on micro bubbles...but no torching...mmm
@@julierathe6661 Personally, I like her Reviews like this. It helps to show a new person to Resin, what their pieces will come out, who doesn't yet have access to a Heat Gun, Torch, etc... Of course, more experienced Crafter will have access to these items already, and know how to remove those bubbles easier.
thank you for this review! i’ve been making jewelry for almost a year now and I want to add resin pieces to my collection. My only question is do you recommend wearing a respirator when using this resin?
General rule of thumb is to always protect yourself when working with resin since it is considered a hazardous material. Should be worked in a well ventilated space and skin protected from it. I use it on certain brands since I am sensitive to the fumes. So the use of respirator is a personal choice.
If you plan on going pro, meaning everyday use, YES. Take all precautions.
Thank you so much for this. This helps me a lot!!!!
Im starting out making dice and i bought this resin but ive noticed that its flexible and get dents in the edges of the dice... i saw you said a 2:1 would cure rock hard... do you have any recommendations for me?
When you did the review on art resin a long time ago, did you keep the test pieces and if so did they yellow? Thanks!
I misplaced the clear ones after moving and I'm so upset! I do still have the one a colored pink which is fine but ugh! I wish I still had the clear blank pieces!!
That's ok I figured they might be gone, life gets crazy when you have a kid! Thanks for taking the time to respond :)
Awesome review! I will definitely be trying this resin.
what a great review, good job and thank you so much
Have you done a second layer of resin after the first layer has fully cured. I had dips in my resin on a wood painting after it harden. It’s a time consuming piece and want to save it by putting g a second layer…
I purchased Art &Glow, for the first time, 1st the hardener turned yellow im the bottle, when its combined with parts 1 and 2 it doesn't turn clear. I mixed it for almost 20 mins. and it was a cloudy white that turned into a hard clump that I couldn't even try to pour. I feel like I wasted $$$$$😡🤷🏽♀🤦🏾♀
I thought we were only supposed to mix for 4 minutes? At any rate its 24 hours and my figurine is still very wet...I think I wasted money too.
Oh dear 20 minutes is too long for mixing
subscribed! so helpful. any update on the yellowing since last filmed?
Thanks! It’s still not yellow
How does Naked Fusion compare with Art N Glow? Thanks for any feedback.
Mountain Mirrors - heavy acoustic vibe, I’m sorry. Ive never tried naked fusion.
Nice review. Keep it up, I will now buy this on Amazon.
Does this resin get soft with heat? I use easy cast resin and it bracelets or rings practically turn to a jelly hardness when worn. I know that I’m measuring correctly and others have had this issue too
Mallory Gilmore Easy Cast is well known for doing that, hence i never recommend it to anyone. Many resin will soften with high heat but Easy Cast gets super soft with just body heat. I have not had issues with Artglow
I’m trying to make a homemade cardboard cutout and I’m using standard printer/business paper for it. I’ve never used resin before, but I was thinking about using it to make my project glossy and waterproofed to an extent. Amazon says this resin is good on paper but is resin what I need for what I’m trying to do? If it is, would I apply it kind of like how you did the metal dome in the video? And is a foam brush okay for application?
You would need to seal the paper and the cardboard with a decopage medium such as modpodge. Because paper is porous so it will soak the resin causing oil like stains. It would be best to apply with a scraper or a spatula of some sort. Let the excess resin drip off the sides. You would also need to tape off the backside of the cutout with painters tape if you don’t want resin drips there. If this cutout is going to be kept as a forever keepsake, then yes resin would be great. But if it’s for temporary use for an event or something like that, I wouldn’t use it since it’s pricey. Depending on the size of your cutout, you may need quite a bit of resin and 16oz kit is already over 20 bucks. You may be better off by just using photo paper and gloss sealant spray
Ooooh okay. Thank you so much!
Thanks for the video. I am making a couple of wood and resin projects. One requires a 3/4” pour that is 1/2” wide and 6” long. The other is a 3/8” pour that is 1/2” wide 12” long. I will be using a bit of color, but I want the finished pour to be translucent; I want to be able to see light through it. What resin would you recommend? I appreciate your help.
Any 2part resin will work because it’s clear. But if you want to color it and still have the translucency, you’ll have to use translucent resin dyes. A good alternative would be India inks, alcohol inks,
I wondered it this was any good. Thanks for the review!
Is this resin safe to use without a respirator mask if you don’t have one?
진Worldwide Shoulders yes it’s safe but still work in well ventilated space
Loved the video! After a while did these products remain clear or did they get a yellow tint?
Aye Ramirez yes, it will yellow after a while
Question, do I put glitter after I’ve mixed the resin with the hardener or do I mix all three together at the same time? (resin, glitter, and hardened)
After you mixed the two parts together.
Do you have a video for the much later portion to see if they've turned yellow. I just order this yesterday and I've never worked with resin or anything before. So just wanting to check.
I’m very late to this video but I was wondering do you have to use a uv lamp to cure the pieces, and also how thick of a layer can you pour?
PlayTheKalimba this is a 2part resin , so you can’t cure it with uv resin. The recommended layer thickness is 1/8-1/4inch
Will a heat gun possibly give a bubble free result? If it was done numerous times through the pot life?
Aaronn_Beatbox heat gun won’t be able to remove all the micro bubbles. It will also heat the resin and shorten the pot life
Me fans will recognize the song at the beginning of this vid we’ll know as the ✨sprinkle song✨
Hi and great video I wanted to know if you have to use a mask for this product.
When working with resin in general, it is recommended to work in a well ventilated space despite the low odor and VOCs. Wearing proper protective gear is also recommended since it is deemed hazardous material. What you wear while working with any resin is up to you
Is there any way you can tell me what protective gear you wear while working with resin so I have an example please.
Danielle Gardner nitrile gloves and apron. If you watch my beginners guide to resin series, you’ll have. Better understand of resin and the proper way to use it
Hi! I have a dumb question but I’m a beginner and I would like to know if the only way to get color is if you buy color resin? I don’t know what I was imagining but I do nails and I have my nail dip powder and for some reason I was planning on mixing that to use for color but I don’t think it’ll work 😂 the only way to get color is buying a specific color for that’s resin? If so, where can get I purchase this and what’s a good price? Thank you for the awesome video!!!
Vas Happenin you can use pigment or mica powders, oil paints, acrylic paints and resin dyes/pigment to color resin. You can find many inexpensive ones on amazon
Nice work!
My resin is not glowing, What can I do?
Lol false advertisement 😂
You have to buy the glow powder they sell ☺️
Where yellowing is concerned, if I colour my resin but keep it transparent will yellowing still show? Does yellowing only show when you keep resin clear?
Shanlee Gill yellowing is more apparent in clear and white color
Im looking for a coating resin for canvas, could you review that Art N Glow, or recommend one, usually casting resigned are thinner , thanks for the video as all your videos very informative
This one is for coating but also can be used for casting (although not the best for casting )
Slight yellow hint after unfolding.
This is my second time using this resin. The first time I got this size and there were no fumes and I used it in a smaller space, but when I bought the 1 gal pack, the fumes were so strong and spread through the whole house and are still lingering. I’m not sure why that is
Larger the amount of resin the greater the VOC will be.
That’s what i have been using....! !
So my question is does it glow??? And does it take uv light to dry or just 24 air dry
I’m gonna take this as a joke
I would like to see you review Liquid Diamond. They say its bubble free. Also am curious if it is UV stable.
Serkunny that is on the list of resins to review!
Wouldn't using a torch eliminate the micro bubbles?
Sheryl Morgan no. The torch only pops the bubbles that are on the surface of the resin
I love it!
wow very informative! live technique filming is nice and relaxing even
Patrick Griffin thanks! Glad you found it helpful!
I just tried to buy some. They are out of stock & don’t know if or when they will get it back in stock. ☹️
I believe they have the large amount in stock
I use this and I put both bottles in hot water to make them easyer to mix.
How much heat can it take?
I got this resin but can you tell me which goes first the white cap or black ?
It doesn’t matter as long as you mix equal parts. Follow the directions it came with.
Crafter's Delights by Amy Thank You!
Sadly my casts turn yellow half the time. How can I fix that?
You can’t. Epoxy resin will yellow over time. However, resin companies add additives to slow the progression and the degree of yellowing.
I think the warmed up version is already more yellow??
Nope! No yellowing!
Has anyone had a problem with pieces coming out bendy with this resin? Cause I used it a few days ago and I feel like they’re still not cured
The DeeyaR unless you didn’t mix the proper amount and/or didn’t mix properly,
Mine are never bendy ... must use precise measurements with warm resin.
What is the price of resin in India anybody knows it
When your making resin is that the only thing you need or do u need something else like another liquid
Ashley, making resin? You don’t make resin. In order for the resin to cure/harden, you need a hardener. If you watched the video, you can see that I mixed the resin and the hardener together
Crafter's Delights by Amy oof I messed up the comment but what I was trying to say do you only need the hardener and the other thing :>
Ashley usually it’s a kit you’ll get both resin and hardener
Crafter's Delights by Amy ok ty
Can it be fixed if my hardener turned yellow??
No. But you can add a little blue or purple dye to neutralize the yellow
Would this be good for casting cubes and pyramids?
Not the best. You want to use low viscosity casting resin that is designed for deep pours.
@@AmyMade thank you, you have any suggestions on a low viscosity resin that would be best?
Total boat , alumulite, countertop epoxy to name a few have a deep pour casting resin
@amymade will this resin work for doming?
Yes
Is that Epoxy flooring is done by same resin ..?
I think so
AmyMade thanks for reply ❤️
Liquid Diamonds.
Interesting! I tried Liquid Diamonds and I have a theory that it may be the same resin as ClearCast 7050 but in a different packaging...hmmm...
Do you have an update on the yellowing resistance?
They’re still good. Not yellow
I tried giving this resin a few chances, but every time I mix it, its very very yellow. I feel like I got an old batch. I got a refund for this one...I greatly prefer liquid diamonds but its so finicky with the weather/
I prefer liquid diamond too. As long as you work in the recommended temperature, it should cure fine.
I noticed you said if the hardner has a yellow tint that its old. I'm assuming your saying thats only for this brand because some brands their hardner is a yellow tint already. Stone coat countertops platinum formula is a good example. They sell a yellow hardner that they say will never yellow once hard
Actually, I’ve learned the yellowing in the hardener is from it oxidizing from exposure to air. The seal is not 100% air tight in these bottles unless it’s under a vacuum or something. So the older the hardener is, the more yellow it will be. The yellowness won’t be noticeable in the casting unless you are doing a clear piece.
@@AmyMade what about the companies that advertise it alrdy yellow is what I'm asking. Obviously they would take a picture of old hardner that wouldnt be good for business
Wouldn't*
@@AmyMade I understand what your saying just trying to figure out why some sell it like that. They say it will turn clear once hard
support.promarinesupplies.com/hc/en-us/articles/360016081072-Why-does-Epoxy-Hardener-side-B-sometimes-change-color-in-the-bottle-yellow-in-bottle- this link gave me a good idea says the bottles they come in a breathable. Ty for your input
I tried this resin put it didn't seem to stay solid with a little bit of warmth it becomes a little bit soft anybody else have this problem?
EY _B0SS cured epoxy resin will soften a little when heat is applied.
@@AmyMade no total boat epoxy resin or alumlite slow casting resisns stay solid even when exposed to pretty hot conditions I've tried many resins but you are right most of them do have a give to them with warmth
I think most casting resins will be hard even after heat exposure but coating resins will soften. That’s just my theory though from using different resins
@@AmyMadegot you thanks!
can i use coating resin to make ashtrays? xx
yes you can. You would have to do it in multiple thin layers though since it's not made for deep casting
Great video! Is this resin FDA approve?
Stephanie Moore thanks! that’s a great question to ask the company!
which one is the hardener?
DaBabySitters the one that’s labeled hardener
Thank you for this video! What hardener do you use?
Rebecca Tasetano the hardener comes with the resin as a kit.
Do you prefer this resin over the puduo
I don’t prefer neither to be honest. They are just “ok”, “average”, “acceptable”
@@AmyMade thanks for replying. What is your favorite? I just started using the puduo. My first time making resin, it's ok for my first product, just alot of macro bubbles. I'm going to try some of the others that you review. Thanks for sharing your videos
Special K I don’t have a favorite resin right now. My opinions seem to change the longer I use certain brands of resin. However, generally I do use two different types of resin. One for casting and one for coating/doming. For casting, I use low viscosity resin to avoid bubbles. For coating, I use a thicker resin the cures super smooth with a durable finish
Will you be able to use an UV light with it?
For what?
@@AmyMadefor the Art & Glow resin to dry it does it have to be sun dry only?
This is a 2 part resin.... please watch the video....
@@AmyMade ok thank you I was curious about it I'm new at this 😔🤗 and I'm trying to learn, in your opinion, what will be the best one to use for making jewelry that if used under an UV light will be a fast cure?
Knowing the difference between uv resin and 2 part is a good start. This video is on 2 part resin which requires 2 liquids to be mixed together for the curing to occur.
Every epoxy I use goes into the pressure chamber if I dont want bubbles as every epoxy will have bubbles and just one bubble would be unacceptable
Bob Keller yea bubbles are evil. Pressure pot would be nice but doesn’t work for all applications.
Does it work for a canvas ?
Yes
can i use uv light?
Zayne no. This is not a uv resin
Did you wear a mask with this? Or would you recommend wearing a mask with this?
I take proper precautions with all the resin that I use including this one. I do have a video on resin safety.
Turn yellowish after 2 years?
More like…in a year without any sun exposure
Thin layers of resin are always bendable...bendy tech.
Not always. It really depends on the brand and whether if it’s 1:1 or 2:1 ration resin. Generally, I find 2:1 resin cures rock hard even if it’s a thin layer
Which dye brand did you use?
Yoselin Rodriguez eager polymers
Thank you! Do you have a link for it?
I tried mixing it with the cup inside warm water and yes a lot less bubbles but it started to gel so fast I couldn’t do the second layer of resin on my earrings. :( any tips?
Yoselin Rodriguez www.eagerpolymers.com for the dyes. Warming up the resin will shorten the pot life (working time) as mentioned in the video. And if you mix a large amount of resin, that will shorten it even more as the exothermic reaction will be greater. . So If you are going to warm up the resin, make sure you’re not warming it up too much and avoid mixing a large batch.
Just got mine in the mail and my harder is yellow!!!
Hi will it melt at 90 degrees?
Xzachly 1 90 degrees what? Celsius? Fahrenheit?
@@AmyMade Fahrenheit.
Xzachly 1 it will not melt but it may get soft or flexible
How much to charge for your creations?
Joe Flippin currently I’m not selling anything. But will be in the future!
Is this toxic or safe to use?
Jennifer Vasquez it’s safe, as long as you take proper precautions such as wearing personal protective equipment and working in well ventilated space
Hot water bath ✔️ thank you!!!
Good lord you are so extremely slow while just giving a simple review about this product. You're reviewing the type of resin, not teaching the process. False Advertisement, and this wasted more time than benefitted.
Many people prefer detailed review along with the demonstration since a lot of them are beginners looking for a brand of resin to try. I’m glad I wasted your time lol! Thanks for the view and engagement!
Wow, I think you would not have avoided that snippy comment of you had been making them a trophy piece, lol aren't people a trip? Thank you I am just looking for my go to epoxy resin and torn between this one and marine something it left me right this moment but I am only making for me and think either will do but you certainly answered allot of my questions and yes most people are visual and prefer reviews exactly like this one, thank you,
A new sub
Ive been trying to find a new resin and would appreciate suggestions.
The resin ive used is envirotex lite 16oz for about $17 from my local hardware store and its my only local option.
Its served me well for smaller jewelry and such but ive recently been doing slightly bigger things like trinket dishes and boxes. The resin seems to struggle with staying runny and getting in the nooks and cranies of things, it gets gloopy too fast. So id like to find a clear resin that stays runny and is at a similar price per amount if possible.
Seems like you need resin that either has a longer pot life or a lower viscosity. Envirotex lite has a pot life of only 25min!? With larger amounts of mixed resin, the curing reaction/heat will be greater, shortening your pot life; which is what is happening in your case. So art 'n glow will already be a better resin for you. You may save a little on the price if you buy the larger kit.