Whether you are crafting a custom piece of jewellery or pouring a glossy river table, choosing the right colours for your resin is crucial to achieving a stunning result. With so many resin pigments, dyes, and colour palettes available, it can feel overwhelming to make the perfect choice. This guide explores what colours you should use to colour resin and introduces effective, high-quality products from ResinPro to elevate your next project.

Discover dyes and pigments, liquid colourants, transparent tints, and special effect kits, each designed for specific finishes and artistic goals. Read on to compare options and find your ideal resin colour solution.

Overview: Types of Colours for Resin Projects

Resin colourants come in several different forms, each offering distinct effects:

• Opaque pastes create strong, solid colours and can provide depth to castings or pours.
• Liquid dyes are easy to blend and range from highly concentrated to gentle colour washes for translucent effects.
• Transparent colourants mimic the clarity of glass or gemstones, perfect for crystal and jewellery effects.
• Mica powders deliver a subtle shimmer and natural stone appearance, especially when paired with ultra-clear resin.
• Special effect palettes like marble and geode tints combine precise colour control with artistic technique.

The right choice depends on your intended finish. Opaque, marble, and pastel looks require different pigments compared to jewel-like, transparent pieces or shimmering surfaces.

Product Comparison: Choosing the Best Colour for Your Resin Project

All ResinPro resin colourants are easy to blend and deliver consistent results. If you are aiming for:

• Solid, opaque colours: Try the Colourfun Set or Colourfun Liquid Colourants.
• Translucent or glass-like finishes: Opt for Magic Crystal Transparent Colours or the Magic Crystal Set.
• Pearl, shimmer, or metallics: Use mica powder kits like the Trasparente Epoxy Resin Kit with included Sahara pigment.
• Marble or artistic effects: Choose the Renaissance Dye Set.

For even more inspiration and to purchase, browse our full Dyes and Pigments, Complete Kits, and Pigments Sets categories.

Resin Colour Application Tips

When colouring resin, always follow the recommended dosage for your chosen pigment or dye. For most liquid colourants and dyes, start low: 1% for a sheer effect, up to 5% for maximum opacity or intensity. Test small amounts first and mix thoroughly with the resin to prevent streaks or uneven colouration.

Mixing custom shades is encouraged — for instance, blend white and black Colourfun dyes to create your perfect grey, or combine transparent Magic Crystal colours for rare gemstone hues. Pairing the right pigment with the right resin is key to lasting, reliable results in your arts or crafts. Always wear gloves and work in a ventilated space, especially when handling concentrated pigments and catalysts.

Frequently Asked Questions about Colouring Resin