If you have ever wondered what is the gel time of resin, you are in the right place! The gel time of resin is just one step during the curing process, but it is an important one. Why is resin gel time important? If you are creating a resin project in layers and want to […]
Category: Resin Frequently Asked Questions
Resin sticks to silicone – Why does my resin stick to silicone?
Using resin in a silicone mold is a fun way to make resin crafts and jewelry. Until it isn’t. Sometimes resin sticks to silicone and will not release. Why does resin stick to silicone? Here’s how this can happen: Your silicone mold is at the end of its useful life. Unfortunately, silicone molds don’t […]
10 tips for getting rid of resin bubbles
Hand up if you hate bubbles in resin! (I have both of mine up in case you are wondering.) Nothing can ruin the look of resin quicker than finding a bubble in your finished project. Here are my 10 tips for avoiding and getting rid of resin bubbles. 1. Choose the right resin for your […]
What is the fastest way to cure epoxy resin? – Speed up resin curing
How can I cure epoxy resin faster? Sometimes you may find yourself in a situation where you need to speed up the cure time for your epoxy resin. Cure times for epoxy resin vary. Here are some suggestions on the fastest way to cure epoxy. Before we get into that though, let me take a […]
How to use a heat gun with resin
If you hate bubbles in resin as I do (okay, let’s get real. Who likes bubbles in resin??), then you are going to love this article where I show you how to use a heat gun to remove bubbles in resin. There are three reasons why I like to use a heat gun to help […]
What does non toxic mean? – Definition of non toxic
You may have noticed that some of our resin jewelry making supplies and products have been labeled non-toxic. What does non toxic mean? Non-toxic is a term established by the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. This act, which is enforced by the Consumer Product and Safety Commission, defines what are toxic substances and toxic situations. A […]
Resin buying guide – your guide to selecting a resin
When it comes to buying resin, there are so many choices! How do you know which resin is right for you? There is no one size fits all resin! What may work for one project may be unsuitable for the next. If you are new to resin and want someone to guide you buying the [...]
Plastic resin mold care – How to care for plastic resin molds
Did you know that giving proper care to a plastic resin mold will allow you to keep them in tip-top shape for many castings? Here are a few suggestions: 1. After demolding your pieces, remove any resin drips while it is still in the soft cure stage. It will be much harder to remove […]
Resin mold release – Why I always use it
If you cast resin into resin molds, you might be wondering if you need a resin mold release. I use one every time — and here’s why: In case something goes wrong The plastics and silicones used for resin mold-making are inherently designed not to stick to resin. So if the resin isn’t supposed to […]
How to store resin – keep resin usable
Making sure your resin is stored properly will ensure a long happy life for your resin. Here are a few suggestions on how keep your resin in its best shape for as long as possible. Resin storage 1. Store upright in its original containers. Resin is sold in containers that are compatible with it and […]