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If you’re aiming for beautifully tinted resin jewellery, it’s important to strike the right balance with colourants. Over-pigmenting can affect curing and clarity, so here’s how to keep your colours just right.
Why Too Much Pigment Is a Problem
Adding too much pigment to resin may result in colours that look flat or muddy, and can affect the transparency that’s so popular in jewellery pieces. More importantly, overloading resin with pigment may alter how your piece cures, potentially leading to a soft or tacky finish.
Tips for Achieving the Perfect Tint
- Start Small: Begin with minimal drops of colourant. Highly concentrated options, such as the Colourfun liquid colourant, go a long way—often just a couple of drops per batch are enough.
- Mix and Test: Thoroughly blend your pigment before pouring and check its translucency on a test piece. This prevents surprises after curing.
- Follow Manufacturer Guidelines: For most resin pigment products, keep pigment additions below 5% of the total resin volume for reliable results.
When This Matters Most
Accurate pigment control is especially crucial for transparent, stained-glass or crystal-effect resin jewellery. Over-pigmentation can obscure the desired clarity and vibrancy, diminishing the gemstone-like appearance many artists want to achieve.
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By minding your pigment ratios, you’ll create resin jewellery with striking, reliable results. For further guidance on colouring techniques and compatible colourants, explore our full guide to colouring resin jewellery.