[Lynn Fagerstrom]

Hi Katherine,
I have been using epoxy and polyester resins for some time. I made several pendants, using Castin’ Craft polyester resin, I do a variety that incorporate pet ashes,pet fur and healing stones. I need a clear finish and don’t generally use pigment. I am finding that if they are worn under clothing next to the skin they cloud up, even after a four day cure and polish. I have tried polishing them with, auto rubbing compound, auto polish, and flitz polish. I even tried the Castin’ Craft spray sealer. I run through wet sanding from grit 220,320,400,600,800,1200,1500,2000,2500. Is there are harder resin that might work better? I have looked at the Crystal Clear resin family but I don’t want to have to get a heat/pressure chamber. I have been silver smithing and fusing glass for 20 years and this is just stumping me…
Thanks!
Lynn

[Katherine Swift]

Hmm. Something doesn’t sound right here. I’ve used polyester resin to make pendants and haven’t had this problem. Let me see what I can find out from the manufacturer.

[Katherine Swift]

Hi Lynn,

I spoke with tech support at Castin’ Craft and they wanted to know if they are turning cloudy when only against the skin or if they all turn cloudy?

[Chrisi]

I have the same problem re the finished product being cloudy. Mine is from out of the silycon glossy mould cloudy in appearance. I tried sanding it down with my Dremel, polishing it, but it has hazy markings in the middle and remains cloudy. Am I doing something wrong?

[Chrislene]

Oops… This is with polyester resin

[Katherine Swift]

This troubleshooting article will help. There are mentions of cloudy resin at the end: https://www.resinobsession.com/resin-frequently-asked-questions/resin-troubleshooting-tips/

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