The Best Epoxy Resin Review for Resin Projects

THE BEST EPOXY RESIN FOR ART AND PAINTINGS

With the help of resin epoxy, you can create a great piece of art and paintings. There are many ways to experiment with colors and additives. While choosing epoxy resin for such projects you should remember about some factors which influence your result: resin must be with good UV protection, medium or high viscosity, with longer processing time. Such epoxy resins belong to the category “laminating resins”.

  

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Title	ArtResin - Clear Epoxy Resin, Non-Toxic - 1 gal  (3.78 L)	Naked Fusion - Clear Epoxy Resin Art Resin Formula - 1 Gal	ProMarine Supplies Art Resin - Clear Epoxy - 1 Gal
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Features	Provide long-term clarity Made in the USA 1:1 mixing ratio and easy to pour No VOCs, BPA, and fumes. Non-flammable To avoid bubbles, you have to mix slowly and pour carefully Full cure time is 72 hours While working wit.000h this epoxy resin you have to remember about room temperature where you work (24-30ºC / 75-85ºF)	Specially Formulated for Artists Fantastic color stability FDA food-safe but be sure you wait 72 hours after pouring Crystal clear and high-gloss finish with self-leveling effect You can add mica powder, pastes, alcohol ink Bubbles pop up easily with a heat gun	A great choice for all sorts of DIY projects and arts Easily mixed with pigmented powders, dyes, and liquid tints Easy to use with 1: 1 mixing ratio Really safe with non-toxic ingredients Self-leveling and UV resistant
Pros	Self Leveling                           Crystal Clear and High Gloss Home and Food Safe Yellowing Protection Easy to Use	Long Working Time                    Non-toxic (zero VOC's and odor-free) UV Resistant Self Leveling	Less expensive than the other popular brands Self Leveling Can be used outdoors and indoors High-gloss and Intense Shine
Cons	Long Curing Time (72 hours)	Long Curing Time (72 hours)	Long Curing Time (72 hours) Too Many Bubbles Strong Odor

THE BEST EPOXY RESIN FOR JEWELRY

Jewelry is very specific while working with resin but the results are incredible. You can make any product you like: earrings, rings, bracelets, brooches, etc. You can show your creativity by adding different colors, wood, dried flowers, pearls and stones,  seashells and starfish. There are a lot of choices among resin (Epoxy resin, Polyester resin, and UV resin).

Epoxy resin is the easiest type to work with especially for beginners. While creating your masterpiece you should remember about such factors: the resin should be crystal clear, hard cured, without bubbles and what is very important with UV protection.

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Title	PUDUO - Epoxy Resin Crystal Clear Kit - 16 OZ kit	DR CRAFTY - Clear Epoxy Resin Kit - 32 OZ Kit	ProMarine Supplies Art Resin - Clear Epoxy - 1 Gal
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Features	Resin kit with 4 graduated cups, 3 sticks, 1 pair of rubber gloves Easy to make the right proportions, mix and apply After pouring into the mold, the product can be removed after 8 hours It can be used for glow in the dark pieces because it incorporates pigments very well	Resin Kit with measuring cups with spouts, wooden sticks for mixing, and a plastic spreader Crystal clear and fully resistant to yellowing	Very easy to use with 1: 1 mixing ratio Really safe with non-toxic ingredients Self-leveling and UV resistance which provides high gloss and intense shine
Pros	Self Leveling                           Odor-Free Yellowing Protection Long Working Time (40 minutes)	Easy to Use             Long Working Time (45 minutes) Non-toxic Non-yellowing	Affordable Self Leveling Non-yellowing
Cons	Long Curing Time (24 hours)	Doesn’t Fully Harden	Long Cure Time (72 hours) Too Many Bubbles Strong Odor

THE BEST EPOXY RESING FOR RESIN CASTING

When you are putting your hands to casting you have to remember that the requirements for such resin are different. Casting resin formula includes low viscosity which helps in filling gaps and cavities in wood or other materials. This resin can be easily mixed with powders and color pigments. While choosing resin for casting you should take into account the following aspects: resin must not harden too quickly, which means that the working time should be longer. But it also means that the cure time will longer. So, be patient with that!

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Title	Incredible Solution - Plastic Deep Pour Up To 2" Thick - 3 Qt Kit 2:1 Ratio	Art 'N Glow - Clear Casting and Coating Epoxy Resin - 1 Gallon Kit 1:1 Ratio
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Features	Resin formula is great for casting molds up to 2 inches Crystal clear, mirror-smooth high gloss product which dry hard Cure time is longer than other epoxy resin approximately 36-48 hours Family-owned business, made in the USA Contains UV inhibitors that help to resist yellowing The ideal working temperature is between 75°F and 85°F, in a clean, dry, dust-free environment	Crystal clear, durable, glass-like epoxy resin that hardens as rock The customized formula is specifically designed for casting objects Can be easily mixed with pigment powders It works well when it is warmed up Made in the USA
Pros	Cured Hard                  Super Clear Low Odor Non-yellowing Water-Resistant Food Safe	Crystal Clear                Resists Yellowing BPA and VOC Free High-gloss Self-leveling Low Odor
Cons	Too runny	Not certified as food-safe

                    

THE BEST EPOXY RESIN FOR COUNTERTOPS

Epoxy can also be used for redoing, refreshing your countertops, or protecting some surfaces at home. This is an inexpensive way to bring something new or to renew something old. While choosing resin for such projects just keep in mind that the product must create a durable surface resistant to spills and scratches, with low viscosity that the product can level itself. Besides that, the epoxy resin should be food-safe and heat resistant.

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Title	Stone Coat - Countertop Epoxy Kit, Colorable 2-Part DIY Epoxy - 1 Gal 1:1 Ratio by Volume	Pro Marine Supplies - Clear Table Top Epoxy Resin, Self Level, High Gloss - 1 Gal 1:1 Ratio by Volume	East Coast Resin - 1:1 Crystal Clear Resin - 1 Gallon
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Features	Metallic powder, glitter powder, and mica powder can be easily added to the resin While pouring you have 45 minutes of working time it is heat resistant  up to 475 degrees when fully cured between coats, it is recommended to wait 24 hours	They recommend pouring the Hardener before Resin That flood coat self-levels at approximately 1/8” thick and it is desirable to wait 4-10 hours between flood coats After pouring all coats, the product should be kept in the room at temperature 75-80 F	Crystal clear epoxy with super gloss look and protection from scratching The kit consists of resin 1/2 gallon and hardener 1/2 gallon, which are mixed together at a 1 to 1 ratio by volume Mix best at temperature 70 degrees
Pros	Heat Resistant               VOC Free                  Self-leveling Crystal Clear UV Stable Food Safe Scratch Resistant	Crystal Clear                          Minimal Bubbles                    Low Odor                              High-gloss UV and water-resistant	Super Gloss Durable Finish  Water-Resistant Self Leveling Odorless UV Resistant Working time is 30-35 minutes
Cons	Some pigments or paints can make resin murky More expensive than regular resin Curing time is 24 hours but completely hard the surface will be in 7 days	Not for outdoor use Heat resistant only up to 135 degrees Curing time is 12-14 hours but you can use the product after three days	Not for outdoor use

THE BEST EPOXY RESIN FOR FLOOR COATING

Epoxy resin for floor coating is a very durable surface that resists heat, chemicals, scratches, heavy use. It is also easy to clean and looks great! The product must be 100% solids-based. Mostly this type of flooring is used in commercial buildings but last days it became popular even at home. As all projects floor coating with epoxy resin has its advantages and disadvantages. It is an affordable way to remake your floor but it takes a long time to install and to cure completely.

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Title	Supercoat - DE300-4-02-BL-DE300-4-02 DecoEffects Atlantis Blue Epoxy Floor Coating - 2.6 Gal	Rust-Oleum - 238466 Epoxy Shield Esh-06 Based Floor Coating Kit, 263 G/L Voc, Two 1-Gal
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Features	The kit  includes 3 cans of “Part A” epoxy and 3 cans of “Part B” epoxy The product can cover 400-500 square foot area Best applied in a temperature 60-90 F Different colors of decorative chips (Atlantis Blue, Spanish Red, and Turkish Rose) Full cure time is 10 hours After 24 hours it is allowed to pour top coat	The kit consists of two-component epoxy (a base and an activator) and decorative color chips Can be used for garage floors, workshops, basements, houses, and apartments Covers up to 200 sq feet per gallon The product can be mixed with some decorative chips or combined with some solid base color
Pros	Low Odor                        Water Base Chemicals and Spill-Resistant Harden Quickly	Chemicals Resistant        Good Price  Urethane Based
Cons	Not for use under 60 F	Some outgassing smell at the beginning

                                                            

This article shows the best varients of epoxy resin for different projects. We hope that our investigation, ratings, pros, and cons will help you to make the best choice in your work. We are sure that your creativity will come into sight one day.

Lastly, we want to give you several tips which are general for all projects:

• safety – at the first place – wear gloves;
• clean the material or the territory very thoroughly;
• be patient – wait longer that the product cures completely;
• don’t be in rush – stir the mixture of resin and hardener for at least 5 minutes;
• the most important – follow directions!