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What colours are needed for solid resin?

What colours are needed for solid resin?

Discover top pigment and dye options to achieve flawless solid resin colours

"Colourfun" - Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml - High coverage
"Colourfun" - Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml - High coverage

Whether you’re an experienced resin artist or just starting your journey with epoxy crafts, choosing the right colours is essential for achieving Highly concentrated, vivid, and enduring solid resin effects. The vast choice of pigment and dye solutions lets you create everything from sleek opaque finishes to marbled statement pieces or ocean-inspired works. In this guide, you’ll discover leading products that provide the Dyes and Pigments every resin user should know about, including liquid dyes, paste sets, and ready-to-use art kits.

This overview compares versatile options like the “Colourfun” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml – High coverage, the vibrant “Colourfun Set” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set for Solid Colour Effects, the creative “Renaissance” – Set of Dyes, 4 Colour Palettes, the unique “Forest Glow” – Resin Art Kit with Wood Slices, Pigments, and Epoxy Resin, and the specialist “Marine Palette” – Set of Dyes for Ocean Art, Epoxy Resin, and Beach Effects. All are designed to give you control over the depth and type of colour in your solid resin projects.

Solid Resin Colour Options: Product Overview

Choosing the right colourant starts with considering the intended look for your resin casting or art project. For those seeking maximum pigment versatility, “Colourfun” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml – High coverage offers Easy to blend liquid dyes available in white, black, blue, and red. Their Long-lasting coverage and Economical usage: means only a small quantity is needed per batch, which suits both crafters and professionals. If you prefer working with a set of colours for intensive solid or translucent effects, the “Colourfun Set” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set for Solid Colour Effects is a comprehensive solution, spanning Intense, brilliant colours and Easy to mix pastes for either subtle gradients or fully opaque designs. Both options are Cruelty Free and Vegan Friendly.

If your art style leans towards specific colour themes or effects, explore the “Renaissance” – Set of Dyes, 4 Colour Palettes for distinct marble patterns, or the “Marine Palette” – Set of Dyes for Ocean Art, Epoxy Resin, and Beach Effects for sea, sky, and water-inspired looks with Epoxy-safe marine dyes in curated shades. Adventurous creatives may appreciate the “Forest Glow” – Resin Art Kit with Wood Slices, Pigments, and Epoxy Resin, providing everything needed for rustic, metallic, or layered results with both colour and texture.

"Colourfun" - Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml - High coverage

Vivid Solid Resin Colour Examples

See the difference that proper pigment choice makes in resin art. These examples feature a selection of works made with Colourfun liquid dyes, Colourfun Set pastes, and specialist palettes like Marine or Renaissance. Each image demonstrates how using Highly concentrated pigments results in smooth, rich, and uniform finishes—perfect for jewellery, boards, or decorative panels.

How to Achieve Solid Resin Colour: Ratios and Techniques

Solid resin colour starts by using pigments or paste colourants at the correct ratios. Most products recommend not exceeding a 5% pigment ratio by weight compared to your total resin volume. For example, Colourfun liquid colourant and the Colourfun Set both advise using only a few drops per batch for strongly opaque colour, ensuring professional results even for beginners. For vibrant marine effects, the Marine Palette is optimised for bright, seamless blends with minimal effort.

To achieve grey hues for your solid resin designs, you can combine the white and black dyes from the Colourfun range, or follow included mixing advice from the Colourfun Set. For marbling effects, the Renaissance dye set supplies four strategically chosen palettes, allowing you to vary colour concentration for anything from translucent veining to solid, striking patterns.

The Forest Glow kit is suited for those who want a guided experience; it provides not just Professional mix of pastes, alcohol inks, and Iridron pigments but also instructions and accessories, allowing for seamless step-by-step creative progression. This ensures Includes premium “Art Pro” epoxy resin and everything you need to keep colours crisp atop natural wood or other mixed materials.

Which Resin Colouring Solution Should You Choose?

If achieving depth and vibrancy in your solid resin result is your priority, either the Colourfun liquid colourant or the Colourfun Set makes an ideal choice. These offer pigmented coverage and economy, along with trending colours. If you seek expert curation, Renaissance Dye Set and Marine Palette deliver handpicked mixtures—perfect for replicating natural stone or ocean scenes.

Looking for a project-ready solution? The Forest Glow kit fuses pigments, premium resin, and accessories for both artistry and convenience—excellent for home décor or gifting. You can explore other complete kits and Pigments Sets for further inspiration on the ResinPro site.

Real Resin Art: Forest Glow and Marine Looks

Get inspired by actual home and studio creations produced with the Forest Glow art kit and Marine Palette set. Notice the crisp gold, deep blue, and multi-tone finishes achieved by following recommended pigment ratios and combining paste, liquid, and metallic colourants for stunning, naturalistic effects.

"Colourfun" - Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml - High coverage

Tips for Deep, Opaque, or Special Effect Solid Resin

For truly solid, non-translucent finishes, stick to the recommended 5% pigment load per product. Avoid over-colouring, which can disrupt resin curing and clarity. Using premium, purpose-made dyes, as found in the Colourfun and Colourfun Set, reliably creates intense, streak-free colour.

For effects like sea foam, marbling, or metallic sheen, consider blending your dyes with additional powders or inks, such as those included in the Marine Palette or the full accessory line in Forest Glow. Getting creative with product-specific combinations allows endless possibilities, while following instructions ensures results remain professional and durable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Colourfun colourants be used with UV resin?

Colourfun colourants are compatible with both epoxy and UV resins, allowing for a range of coloured resin projects.

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How can I achieve grey colour in resin?

Grey can be created by combining Sahara metallic powder or mixing white and black Colourfun liquid dyes in the correct proportions.

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Can Colourfun colourants be used to achieve dark colours in UV resin?

Colourfun colourants are compatible with both epoxy and UV resin, making it possible to achieve dark, rich shades across various resin types.

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How to get a grey colour resin using Colourfun products?

For grey shades, use Sahara metallic powder or mix white and black dyes from the Colourfun line. A solid colour dosage example is 8.5 ml/gram per 1 kg of mixed resin, though this may vary according to your preferred opacity.

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What ratio of dye to resin is recommended for colouring?

The recommended colouring pigment percentage is between 1% for translucent effects and up to 5% for intense, opaque colours. Avoid exceeding 5% dye to resin mass.

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Which pigments are included for colouring the resin in Forest Glow?

The kit includes matte white Colourfun paste, bronze and white Piñata alcohol inks, and gold high-gloss Iridron pigment for diverse effect possibilities.

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Is the epoxy resin in Forest Glow suitable for pouring over wood slices?

Yes, the medium-viscosity ‘Art Pro’ epoxy resin is ideal for wood slice pours, holding pigment and keeping colours separated for crisp marbling and metallic looks.

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Are Marine Palette pigments compatible with UV resin?

The marine pigment set can colour UV resin, but creating authentic sea effects that require thickness is best done with epoxy resin for professional results.

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