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Find the right resin colours for vivid, unique project effects.
If you want to personalise your epoxy resin creations with stand-out colours and professional effects, knowing what type of colourants to use is essential. This guide is designed for resin artists, hobbyists and anyone looking to enhance their craft by choosing the perfect colours for epoxy resin projects—whether for river tables, jewellery, or unique decorative pieces.
Epoxy Resin Colour Options Compared
When it comes to colouring epoxy resin, there are several approaches to achieve different effects. Your choice of colourant and technique will determine if your resin finish is completely opaque, softly translucent, or has a brilliant, crystal-clear appearance. The main types of colourants for epoxy resin include liquid pastes for solid or semi-opaque colour, highly concentrated liquid tints for versatile customisation, and transparent dyes for gemstone or glass-like effects. Opting for the right type makes all the difference in achieving professional, lasting results without compromising resin clarity or durability.
See Real Resin Colour Effects Up Close
Discover the vivid colour potential with close-up visuals of river table pours, crystal-clear effects, and stunning resin art created using ResinPro dyes and pigments. Each gallery image demonstrates a different finish: opaque, translucent, or glass-like clarity—so you can choose the look that best fits your creative goals.
Colourfun Set – Versatile Liquid Colourant for Solid and Custom Effects
The “Colourfun Set” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set for Solid Colour Effects offers a wide range of intense, translucent shades ideal for transparent epoxy resin projects. With a high concentration of pigment, just a few drops provide vivid or opaque coverage across litres of resin. The easy-to-mix pastes are perfect for sea water effects, river tables, and custom decorative castings.
Being cruelty-free and vegan-friendly, the Colourfun Set is suitable for those who seek ethical crafting materials. You can blend colours for bespoke shades, and the thick paste consistency ensures even, streak-free distribution. This set is highly recommended for casting larger objects or achieving bold surface effects where customisation is key.
Magic Crystal – Transparent Colourants for Crystal Effects
For projects that demand a glass-like, transparent finish, the “Magic Crystal” – Set of 5 Transparent Colourants, 5 x 45ml is the natural choice. These dyes are crafted specifically to preserve the clarity of Resin Pro transparent resin, perfect for imitating crystals, gemstones, and intricate geode art. The available shades—Emerald, Amber, Ruby, Turquoise, and Amethyst—let you play with vibrant transparencies without clouding your resin.
Each bottle contains 45ml of colourant and is designed for simple blending, making this set an excellent option for crafters who want versatility and reliable, crystal-clear results in smaller-scale or detailed resin art.
Magic Crystal – Individual Transparent Colours to Customise Resin Art
When you require even more control over specific shades or want to supplement your palette, “Magic Crystal” – Transparent Resin Colour 45ml delivers intense, glass-like tints in single bottles. These colours are developed for maximum clarity, allowing your finished resin to remain perfectly polished and vivid—ideal for jewellery, geode, and gemstone-like projects that demand brilliance without compromise.
Mix within the range for custom shades that stand out, and benefit from transparency that will not settle or cloud after curing. This line is a go-to for users focusing on crystal-inspired designs or looking to fine-tune their resin effect to perfection.
Colourfun Deluxe – High Coverage Colourant for Resin Artists
For professional and hobbyist resin casting, the “Colourfun” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml – High coverage provides highly concentrated pigments in a user-friendly liquid format. From deep and opaque to stained-glass translucency, these colourants let you control intensity with just a few drops. Cruelty-free and compatible with the entire Resin Pro range, their easy blending means durable, even colour—perfect for resin art, river tables, and glazing effects where coverage longevity matters.
If you’re seeking vibrant colours and economic usage—25ml can colour up to 2–3 kg of resin—the Colourfun Deluxe line offers flexible, pro-grade results across a wide spectrum of artistic applications.
Tips on Choosing and Using Epoxy Resin Colours
Consider project scale and level of transparency: For river tables or jewellery, think about whether you want a completely clear or more opaque finish. Translucent dyes like Magic Crystal are best for crystal effects, while Colourfun achieves vivid, solid colour. Always blend colours before adding to resin to avoid streaks, and test on a small sample whenever trying a new shade.
Avoid using colourants that are not specifically made for epoxy resin, as they can cause cloudiness or interfere with curing. Stick to products from the dyes and pigments range for reliable results and consistent, professional colour effects in all your resin projects.
Project Gallery: Epoxy Resin Colours in Action
Get inspired by real-world results! Browse our gallery to see how different colourants transform projects like jewellery, river tables, and geode art. Notice the range of effects—from subtle tints to bold, opaque blocks of colour—showing what is possible when you select the right colourant for your epoxy resin work.
- "Colourfun Set" – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set for Solid Colour EffectsPrice range: £13.45 through £48.15"Colourfun Set" offers intense, translucent colour options for a variety of epoxy resin projects under the theme 'What colours should be used with…
"Magic Crystal" – Set of 5 Transparent Colourants, 5 x 45ml£18.85"Magic Crystal" colourants set offers transparent shades designed for use with Resin Pro epoxy resin.
"Magic Crystal" – Transparent Resin Colour 45ml£4.65"Magic Crystal" Transparent Resin Colour offers glass-like colour transparency suitable for resin artists and hobbyists.
"Colourfun" – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml – High coveragePrice range: £3.65 through £9.85"Colourfun" liquid colourant offers concentrated pigments for clear or opaque effects, suited to resin art and compatible with epoxy resins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between opaque and transparent resin colours?
Opaque colours, such as those achieved with the Colourfun range, create a solid finish that hides underlying surfaces or objects. Transparent colours, like Magic Crystal dyes, allow light to pass through, maintaining resin clarity for effects such as gems or tinted glass.
Can I mix Colourfun and Magic Crystal dyes?
You can experiment with mixing ranges but keep in mind that Magic Crystal is formulated for transparency, while Colourfun is often used for more intense, solid shading. Test small amounts to achieve your desired effect.
Are these colourants suitable with all types of resin?
These colourants are optimised for use with epoxy resin, and some (like Magic Crystal) are formulated specifically for Resin Pro products. Always check compatibility if using with other resin types to avoid issues.
How do I achieve a perfect grey or pastel shade?
Grey tones can be made by blending white and black colourants from the Colourfun range, or by adding metallic powders such as Sahara for a unique sheen. Pastel shades are created by diluting strong colours with white.
Do these colours affect resin curing or durability?
All recommended colourants are designed not to interfere with epoxy resin properties when used according to manufacturer guidelines. Stick within suggested concentration limits for optimal results.
What is the most economical option for large castings?
The Colourfun range is highly concentrated, requiring only a few drops for strong coverage. This makes it especially economical for large river tables or castings.
Can I achieve both vivid and subtle effects with these products?
Yes—adjust the number of drops and blend colours for bold or pastel results. The flexibility of both Colourfun and Magic Crystal ranges allows for full creative control over your colour intensity.
Are these colourants suitable for ethical crafting?
Both the Colourfun and Colourfun Deluxe ranges are cruelty-free and vegan-friendly, supporting crafters who wish to make environmentally and ethically conscious choices.
Can I mix Colourfun and Magic Crystal dyes?
You can experiment with mixing ranges but keep in mind that Magic Crystal is formulated for transparency, while Colourfun is often used for more intense, solid shading. Test small amounts to achieve your desired effect.
"Colourfun Set" – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set for Solid Colour Effects
Liquid colouring pastes designed for use with transparent epoxy resin projects.
Are these colourants suitable with all types of resin?
These colourants are optimised for use with epoxy resin, and some (like Magic Crystal) are formulated specifically for Resin Pro products. Always check compatibility if using with other resin types to avoid issues.
How do I achieve a perfect grey or pastel shade?
Grey tones can be made by blending white and black colourants from the Colourfun range, or by adding metallic powders such as Sahara for a unique sheen. Pastel shades are created by diluting strong colours with white.
"Colourfun Set" – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set for Solid Colour Effects
Liquid colouring pastes designed for use with transparent epoxy resin projects.
Do these colours affect resin curing or durability?
All recommended colourants are designed not to interfere with epoxy resin properties when used according to manufacturer guidelines. Stick within suggested concentration limits for optimal results.
What is the most economical option for large castings?
The Colourfun range is highly concentrated, requiring only a few drops for strong coverage. This makes it especially economical for large river tables or castings.
"Magic Crystal" – Set of 5 Transparent Colourants, 5 x 45ml
Set of five transparent colourants designed for use with epoxy resin to create custom coloured crystals.
Can I achieve both vivid and subtle effects with these products?
Yes—adjust the number of drops and blend colours for bold or pastel results. The flexibility of both Colourfun and Magic Crystal ranges allows for full creative control over your colour intensity.
Are these colourants suitable for ethical crafting?
Both the Colourfun and Colourfun Deluxe ranges are cruelty-free and vegan-friendly, supporting crafters who wish to make environmentally and ethically conscious choices.
"Magic Crystal" – Set of 5 Transparent Colourants, 5 x 45ml
Set of five transparent colourants designed for use with epoxy resin to create custom coloured crystals.
