Preventing Consolidation Defects

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“I–GUM” – Non-Toxic Silicone Putty for mould making

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“PURE MOULD” – Transluent Liquid Silicone rubber for creating moulds

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Preventing Consolidation Defects

To prevent consolidation defects, it is essential to follow some best practices during the processing of epoxy resins and coatings. Here are some useful tips:

• Make sure to correctly follow the manufacturer's instructions for mixing and applying the resins.
• Check that the surface on which the coating will be applied is clean, grease-free, and properly prepared.
• Use primers and adhesion promoters to ensure perfect adhesion of the coating.
• Monitor the humidity of the environment to avoid adhesion and drying problems.
• Always follow the manufacturer's guidelines for curing and drying times. By following these recommendations, it will be possible to effectively prevent consolidation defects in resin coatings.

Tips to Avoid Air Bubbles in Epoxy Resin

Air bubbles in epoxy resin can compromise the quality of the final work. To avoid them, it is advisable to follow some specific techniques:

1. Mix the epoxy resin with the catalyst slowly to prevent air from entering.
2. Use a low-speed mixer to avoid bubble formation.
3. Use a heat gun to eliminate surface bubbles after pouring the resin.
4. Use a vacuum chamber to remove air from the resin before pouring.
5. Avoid blowing or shaking the resin to reduce bubble formation. By following these techniques, you can achieve a final result free of air bubbles in the resin.

How to Achieve Smooth Surfaces with Silicone Molds

To achieve smooth surfaces with silicone molds, it is essential to follow some precautions during the molding process. Here are some useful tips:

1. Cleaning: make sure your silicone mold is perfectly clean before use.
2. Leveling: pour the resin or material into your mold evenly and level the surface carefully.
3. Air Release: to prevent air bubbles in the resin, you can use a heat gun or a stirrer to eliminate bubbles during filling.
4. Drying: allow the resin to dry completely before removing the piece from the mold. By following these simple steps, you can achieve smooth and defect-free surfaces with your silicone molds.

Improving resin strength with special pigments

Special pigments are used to enhance the strength of the resin, providing specific properties to the material. These pigments, often based on metallic oxides, can increase resistance to light, weathering, and corrosion. Additionally, they help improve the durability and stability of the resin coating. By choosing pigments suitable for the project's requirements, it is possible to achieve greater mechanical and chemical resistance of the resin, adapting it to environmental conditions and intended uses. It is important to consult industry experts to identify the most suitable pigments to obtain a stronger and more high-performing resin.

“COLOURFUN” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set

Intense and brilliant colour, ideal for Transparent Epoxy Resins. Mix small quantity to get a translucent effect. The high coverage of the "Colorfun Original" range allows to obtain a full and bright colour. The high concentration provides an opaque colour with a few drops. Usable to colour the products of the RESIN PRO range.

£13.45

“I–GUM” – Non-Toxic Silicone Putty for mould making

“I-GUM SLOW” – Non-Toxic Silicone Rubber – Paste Form Pasty silicone rubber “I-GUM” is a two–component product for creating moulds and forms for pouring with epoxy resin.

£22.85

“PURE MOULD” – Transluent Liquid Silicone rubber for creating moulds

Create your moulds using PURE MOLD silicone rubber! Compatible with many materials including resins, plaster and cement. Its transparency will allow you to observe through the mould and its high mechanical characteristics make it a product suitable for both professional and hobby use.

£22.45

“Epoxy Polish” – Epoxy Resin Polishing System

EPOXY POLISH is an advanced epoxy resin polishing system that delivers a stunning, glossy finish for your resin projects. Ideal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike, this product rejuvenates surfaces to a mirror-like shine with ease.

£17.85