How To Work With Wood And Resin

Wood sealedjoined with resin The key differences between traditional woodturning are primarily in the preparation and finishing of the media.

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It has been used for many many years for things such as floors tables industrial purposes boat building and art. Once the two components or parts combine the end result is a super durable high-gloss clear surface. If you wish to tint the resin before use always use a resin-safe dye from a craft store.

Create an even smooth surface so the epoxy will go on effortlessly. Food coloring or other dyes will not mix properly with the resin. Let cure for 48 hours.

Epoxy resin can be used for wood in different variations to optimise its aesthetic and functional benefits. If you work carefully you can seal wooden surfaces with epoxy resin or simply fill gaps in the wood with the resin. We love using wooden art panels here at ArtResin - you can mount your artwork and pour your resin directly on the panel.

Due to the resin starting as a slow moving liquid that hardens over time it is ideal for filling for small cracks and crevices. This protects the wood against moisture from the outside and makes it more resistant to mechanical stress. Woodworkers have been using epoxy resin in their craft for many years.

Covering wood in a coating of ArtResin is easy - in fact epoxy resin takes wood next level giving it a gorgeous looking finish and a glossy sheen that makes the colour and grain of wood absolutely glow. Let it sit for a few minutes so the bubbles can rise to the surface then use your butane micro-torch to pop the bubbles by quickly running it across the surface. Have fun with casting resin and send us a picture of what you produce.