What You’ll Need

• “EpoxyTable 5-Five” – Deep Pour Epoxy Resin for Tables and Large Projects – Up to 5cm — For castings up to 5 cm thick
• “Epoxytable 10-Ten” – Deep Pour Epoxy Resin for Tables, Up to 10cm Casting — For deep-pour projects up to 10 cm
• “River-Table” – Complete Kit for Creating Your First Epoxy Resin Table — Complete starter set including formwork, sealant, pigments and instructions
• “Stone Effect Collection” – Marble Epoxy Resin Countertop Kit — For stone or marble look finishes
• Timber of your choice (well-seasoned and flat)
• Mixing containers, stir sticks, accurate scales
• Acetone or isopropyl alcohol (for cleaning)
• Clamps for the formwork
• Personal protective equipment (gloves, mask, goggles)
• Sandpaper in various grits, polishing compound (if finishing by hand)

Step 2: Prepare the wood and form

Prepare the wood and form before working with resin. Dry, sand, and clean the timber to remove any dust, grease, or oils. To minimise air bubbles, seal any knots or cracks with a thin layer of epoxy resin; this also prevents excessive resin absorption. Build your formwork (often MDF or melamine) to your table’s exact dimensions and line it with a non-stick release material or use a specialist release film.

Seal all joints in your form using silicone to prevent leaks. For ease, consider a starter kit like the “River-Table” – Complete Kit for Creating Your First Epoxy Resin Table, which supplies silicone sealant, a release film, and full instructions for formwork and timber prep.

Step 4: Cure and demould the table

Allow the resin to fully cure according to the manufacturer’s recommendation, usually 24–72 hours depending on the resin depth and ambient conditions. Warmer temperatures generally speed up curing, but avoid direct sunlight while curing to prevent surface imperfections. Do not move or knock the table during this stage.

Once set, gently dismantle the formwork and release the table. Remove tacky residue with isopropyl alcohol if necessary. Inspect your piece for any sharp edges or resin overflows before moving on to surface finishing.

Tips and Common Mistakes When Making Epoxy Resin Tables

Always check your wood is fully dry to prevent moisture from causing bubbles or poor adhesion. Take extra care to avoid dust falling on uncured resin. Double check your mixing ratios—imprecise measurement is the most common cause of soft spots or cloudy results. For thick pours, allow layers to partially cure before adding more resin. Do not rush sanding or polishing—the best shine comes with patience. If in doubt, test on a small piece before tackling a full table.