Achieve vivid transparent or opaque hues in your resin art

Bringing vibrant colour to your resin opens up endless creative possibilities, from dazzling art pieces to subtle tinted jewellery and functional decor. This guide walks you through the essentials for safely and beautifully colouring resin, so you can achieve eye-catching transparent, translucent, or rich opaque results every time.

What You’ll Need

• “Colourfun Set” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set for Solid Colour Effects: A set of concentrated pastes designed for vivid, translucent, or opaque results in epoxy resin.
• “Magic Crystal” – Transparent Resin Colour 45ml: Adds glass-like transparency and vibrant colour for crystal-clear effects.
• “Colourfun” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml – High coverage: Liquid colourant offering control from deep opaque to translucent hues.
• “Magic Crystal” – Set of 5 Transparent Colourants, 5 x 45ml: Set of transparent colourants for consistently clear crystal resin.
• Protective gloves and apron
• Mixing sticks and disposable cups
• Clean, dust-free workspace
• Resin system (epoxy or UV, as compatible with your chosen colourant)

See Vivid Resin Colours in Action

Get inspired by real project photos showing how various translucent and opaque colourants work within resin. Notice how effects can vary depending on thickness, layering, or blend.

Step 2: Select and Measure Your Colourant

Choose a colourant compatible with your resin system and desired effect. For clear, glass-like tones ideal for jewellery or geode art, opt for a transparent option such as the “Magic Crystal” – Transparent Resin Colour 45ml or the “Magic Crystal” – Set of 5 Transparent Colourants, 5 x 45ml. When aiming for deeper, more opaque finishes, a concentrated product like the “Colourfun” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml – High coverage or the “Colourfun Set” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set for Solid Colour Effects is best. Always start with a minimal amount—just 1–5% colourant by weight. Add more only if you want a stronger effect. Always measure your colourant carefully to avoid oversaturation, which can affect curing or the resin’s mechanical properties.

Step 4: Pour and Finish with Care

Once your resin is fully mixed and evenly coloured, pour it into your prepared mould, surface, or project. Seal your work area and wear gloves to protect skin from stains. To achieve gradients or layered colour effects, pour in stages, letting each layer set slightly before adding the next. Work in thin layers to better control the colour effect and reduce the risk of pigment sinking or bleeding. Allow the resin to cure undisturbed per your product’s instructions.

Tips, Mistakes, and Troubleshooting

Take note of these practical tips: Transparent colourants show best in thicker sections of resin, while pastes and high-coverage liquids suit thin or patterned pieces. Avoid exceeding the recommended colourant percentage, which can soften cured resin or cause uneven setting. If colours appear cloudy, check for unmixed pigment or try adding resin in thinner layers. Unwanted specks or swirls often result from rushed mixing, so patience is key. Experiment with tiny test batches to perfect your colour mix before committing to a major artwork.

Explore Creative Resin Colour Applications

Find examples of coloured resin in finished jewellery, geode art, table pours, and sculpted decor. See the difference between transparent and solid colour techniques.