Guide to choosing liquid, paste, pearl, and transparent resin dyes

If you’re delving into the world of epoxy resin, choosing the right colourant is essential for vivid artistry, transparent casts or pearl-sheen effects. This page will help crafters, artists, and professional makers understand the main types of epoxy resin colourants and select the best fit for their unique projects, whether that be art pours, jewellery, or custom table designs.

Overview of Epoxy Resin Colourants: Liquid, Paste, Pearl and Transparent

Epoxy resin colourants are available in several primary types: highly concentrated liquid dyes, paste colourants for solid and vibrant effects, mica-based pearlescent pigments, and transparent dyes for glass-like results. Each type is designed for a different creative outcome. For instance, liquid colourants deliver rich, vivid intensity or translucent layers with just a few drops, while paste colourants ensure even, opaque coverage. Mica-based powders, such as the Pearline range, add shimmering or metallic finishes, and transparent resin colours like Magic Crystal maintain absolute clarity for gemstone-like projects. Consider what finish you want—opaque, pearlescent, or crystal clear—and select accordingly for best results.

See the Range of Colours and Effects

Explore stunning project galleries showcasing the difference between paste, liquid, pearlescent, and transparent colourants. Notice the depth, vibrancy, and finish unique to each type—for art, craft, or large resin pours.

Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant: Versatile and Vibrant

The “Colourfun” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant 25-100ml – High coverage is formulated for those who need vivid, reliable colour in both art and casting. Its highly concentrated formula means a few drops are sufficient to achieve a deep colour or translucent wash, with excellent blending for custom shades. The vegan and cruelty-free formulation ensures it’s suitable for sensitive applications. Suitable for a range of creative uses, these colourants are perfect for large art pours, small jewellery pieces, and professional-quality items. Maximum pigment concentration is 5%, safeguarding the resin’s mechanical integrity and clarity.

Paste Epoxy Resin Colourant Set: For Opaque and Intense Effects

When you require stable, vibrant colour for transparent projects, “Colourfun Set” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set for Solid Colour Effects delivers. The set contains nine paste-format pigments, offering brilliant, streak-free colouration with exceptional coverage. These pastes are especially popular for “sea water” effects in resin river tables and large castings where vibrant colour must remain stable and evenly distributed. They also allow easy mixing and blending to create custom shades and gradients. As with the liquid version, the paste is cruelty-free and vegan-friendly, ensuring broad suitability.

Pearline Pigments: Achieve a Pearlescent or Metallic Finish

Mica-based pigments such as “Iridron” – Pearline Pigments, 25ml are tailored for those seeking pearlescent or metallic effects in transparent resin work. These pigments offer high lightfastness and temperature stability, making them ideal for glazing techniques, deep pours, or where a shimmering effect is desired. Their fine particle size allows seamless mixing with transparent resins, ensuring even, visually striking results. However, they are best reserved for projects requiring transparent or semi-transparent finishes rather than full opaqueness.

Transparent Resin Colours: Crystal-Clear and Gemstone Effects

For projects aiming for a glass-like clarity and radiant appearance, “Magic Crystal” – Transparent Resin Colour 45ml is the top choice. These dyes are uniquely formulated not to settle or cloud, making them perfect for imitating precious minerals, geode effects, and high-end jewellery-making. Customisable shades are easy to achieve by mixing within the range. Unlike pigments that create opaque effects, these maintain the resin’s light transparency and brightness through and after the cure.

Tips for Choosing the Right Epoxy Resin Colourant

Consider your desired effect before selecting a colourant—liquid for versatile vibrancy, paste for powerful and even colouring, mica-based for pearlescence, or transparent dyes for clarity. Always keep pigment concentration within recommended limits (up to 5%) to ensure the resin’s strength and clarity remain uncompromised. Mix thoroughly for uniform colour and remember that some colourants, especially transparent or mica-based ones, will influence light refraction differently than opaque dyes.

How to Get the Best Results from Your Resin Colours

Blend gradually—start with minimal pigment, then build intensity. Dyes and Pigments work best with measured, even mixing to prevent streaks or uneven opacity. Avoid exceeding 5% pigment concentration by resin weight for clear, strong projects.