Will Resin Change Flower Colour Over Time?

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Will Resin Change the Colour of Flowers Over Time?

Encasing flowers in resin creates beautiful, lasting art—but many crafters wonder whether resin keeps floral colours truly unchanged. Here’s what to expect when preserving flowers in resin over time.

How Resin Affects Flower Colour

Resin’s main role is to seal and protect delicate materials like flowers from air and moisture, reducing wilting or browning. Using a high-quality epoxy resin with built-in UV protection, such as “Trasparente” epoxy, helps maintain vibrant colours. However, even with protective resins, some natural fading may develop if the piece is placed in direct sunlight for prolonged periods. This is especially true with naturally dried flowers, which are more sensitive to light exposure.

Tips for Long-Lasting Floral Colour

Choose resins that advertise UV protection to slow colour shift.
Display your resin keepsakes away from windows or direct sunlight when possible.
Use quality prepared dried flowers, like those from Natural Dried Flowers, as these are specially processed for resin and less prone to moisture-related discolouration.
Avoid using fresh or still-moist flowers, which may brown over time no matter the resin used.

When This Matters Most

If you’re creating memorial jewellery, keepsakes, or art with sentimental flowers, preserving colour becomes especially important. Taking care with resin choice and placement means your pieces will look their best for years, even as nature’s hues naturally soften a bit.

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How Do You Embed A Flower In Resin

While resin slows colour changes, a little gentle fading is possible over time—especially with sun exposure. Thoughtful flower preparation and UV-resistant resin will help your flower-embedded keepsakes stay beautiful. Explore more about embedding flowers in resin for the best results in your next project.