Why use medium or high-viscosity resin over images?

Q: Tips for Optimal Application

Seal your image: Spray or brush on a clear acrylic lacquer to protect prints and prevent ink from reacting with the epoxy. Work on a level surface: This prevents uneven resin distribution and helps maintain detail. Pour slowly: Thicker resin formulas spread gradually, so pour in smaller amounts and allow natural self-levelling.

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Why Use Medium or High-Viscosity Epoxy Resin Over Images?

Choosing the right viscosity of epoxy is vital when pouring resin over images or photographs. Medium and high-viscosity formulas make it much easier to achieve perfect results while preventing runs, distortion, or image shifting during application.

How Viscosity Affects Results

Medium or high-viscosity resins are thicker, which greatly reduces the risk of the resin seeping beneath your image or photograph and causing bubbles or bleeding. This property helps keep your artwork precisely where you want it, maintaining sharp lines and vibrant colour, even for intricate designs. Lower viscosity products may flow too freely, potentially causing the image to move or the ink to run, especially if your print isn’t properly sealed.

Selecting the Right Epoxy for Coating Images

For most surface coatings on images or photos—including coasters, trays, and mixed media art—products like Art Pro Deluxe offer excellent control. Their ultra-high viscosity helps keep resin where it’s applied, which is especially useful for finish layers and pieces requiring sharp detail. For broader art projects, Art Pro offers a balance between flow and stability, while One-2-One is ideal for decorative items or beginners seeking a simple mixing process.

Tips for Optimal Application

Seal your image: Spray or brush on a clear acrylic lacquer to protect prints and prevent ink from reacting with the epoxy.
Work on a level surface: This prevents uneven resin distribution and helps maintain detail.
Pour slowly: Thicker resin formulas spread gradually, so pour in smaller amounts and allow natural self-levelling.

When This Matters Most

If you’re embedding delicate paper, photos, or printed artwork, a medium or high-viscosity resin minimises the risk of unwanted movement and ensures a professional, glass-like finish every time.

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Can I Pour Resin Over An Image Or Photo

For best results when coating photos or images, selecting the right viscosity of epoxy resin is just as important as your technique. Explore more expert resin tips on our main FAQ about pouring resin over images or photos.