Key Differences Between Resins for Tables

How Table Resins Differ by Pour Thickness

The most significant difference between table resins is their recommended pour depth for each layer. For standard table coatings and thinner pours up to 2cm, a clear all-purpose resin like “Trasparente” provides a high-gloss, scratch-resistant finish and is straightforward for DIY projects. For deeper pours—such as river tables or artistic castings up to 5cm—specialist resins like “EpoxyTable 5-Five” are designed to cure without overheating and offer additional surface durability. Ultra-deep projects, reaching up to 10cm in a single pour, benefit from formulations like “Epoxytable 10-Ten” that maintain a low exothermic reaction, reducing risks such as cracking and yellowing.

Curing, Heat, and UV Resistance

Deeper-pour resins are designed with a slower cure and a lower heat build-up to prevent distortion and cracks during thick-casting applications. Both “EpoxyTable 5-Five” and “Epoxytable 10-Ten” utilise strong UV filters to help preserve clarity, and their heat resistance up to approximately 70°C means they are fit for most household use. Thinner resins tend to cure more quickly and may require working in shallower layers to avoid overheating and exothermic damage.

Practical Considerations for Buying and Use

• Choose your resin based on the maximum thickness of each layer you plan to pour. Using a resin intended for deep pours helps avoid common issues like overheating and cracks.
• If your project exceeds the recommended thickness (over 5cm for standard deep-pour resins), work in multiple layers with adequate curing time between pours.
• Ensure good formwork sealing and follow the ratio instructions for mixing resin and hardener for the best results.