Matte finish of Naturesin after casting

“ART PRO DELUXE” – Ultra-High Viscosity Epoxy Resin For Artists

The best choice for Resin and Geode-art, making Coasters, Trays, Ocean-art, jewellery and casting surfaces. + gloves & detailed instruction for FREE.

£33.85

“EPOXYTABLE 5-FIVE” – Deep Pour Epoxy Resin (Up to 5cm) for Tables & Large Projects

The best choice for deep pouring: ✔️ Low exothermic reaction –> Castings up to 5cm [1,96”] ✔️ Strong UV filters –> Non-yellowing guaranteed for 5 years ✔️ Highly mechanical resistant surface, for maximum scratchproof properties ✔️ Low viscosity –> Bubbles free ✔️ Long working time –> No rush in the process ✔️ Heat resistance –> Up to 70°C [158 F] ✔️ Trusted quality –> We have already sold more than 26000 kits of this product, since we started in 2015 🌿 Cruelty Free, Vegan Friendly🐹

£16.85

“ICRYSTAL” – Clear Epoxy Resin (Up to 1.5cm) – High quality and great price

✔️ Perfect transparency -> A true liquid crystal ✔️ High scratch resistance -> Ideal for tables! ✔️ UV filter for protection against yellowing -> 10 years warranty. ✔️ Heat Resistance (Up to 70°C) ✔️ Easy to use -> 2:1 mixing ratio ✔️ Odourless ✔️ 1,5сm layer per application 🌿 Cruelty Free, Vegan Friendly🐹

£11.65

“Art Pro” – Clear Epoxy Resin for Artists & Surfaces Coating

Experience the brilliance of 'Art Pro', an ultra-clear, non-toxic epoxy resin designed specifically for artists and DIY enthusiasts. Perfect for a variety of resin art projects/p>

£19.85

“COLOURFUN” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set

Intense and brilliant colour, ideal for Transparent Epoxy Resins. Mix small quantity to get a translucent effect. The high coverage of the "Colorfun Original" range allows to obtain a full and bright colour. The high concentration provides an opaque colour with a few drops. Usable to colour the products of the RESIN PRO range.

£13.45

“I–GUM” – Non-Toxic Silicone Putty for mould making

“I-GUM SLOW” – Non-Toxic Silicone Rubber – Paste Form Pasty silicone rubber “I-GUM” is a two–component product for creating moulds and forms for pouring with epoxy resin.

£22.85

“PURE MOULD” – Transluent Liquid Silicone rubber for creating moulds

Create your moulds using PURE MOLD silicone rubber! Compatible with many materials including resins, plaster and cement. Its transparency will allow you to observe through the mould and its high mechanical characteristics make it a product suitable for both professional and hobby use.

£22.45

“Epoxy Polish” – Epoxy Resin Polishing System

EPOXY POLISH is an advanced epoxy resin polishing system that delivers a stunning, glossy finish for your resin projects. Ideal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike, this product rejuvenates surfaces to a mirror-like shine with ease.

£17.85

Matte finish of Naturesin after casting

Epoxy resins can become opaque after casting due to various factors. This opacity can be caused by excessive moisture content in the working environment, the presence of air bubbles trapped during mixing, or incomplete resin polymerization. To prevent the resin from becoming opaque after casting, it is important to ensure working in a dry and well-ventilated environment, carefully mix the resin and hardener following the manufacturer's instructions, and use high-quality resin suitable for the type of project being carried out.

How to Achieve a Matte Finish on Epoxy Resin

To achieve a matte finish on epoxy resin, you can follow these steps:

1. Prepare the resin: Make sure the resin is fully cured before proceeding with the finish.
2. Sand the surface: Use fine-grit sandpaper to smooth the resin and remove any imperfections.
3. Clean thoroughly: Ensure the surface is free of dust and sanding residue.
4. Apply a matte primer: Use a primer specifically designed for resins that provides a matte and uniform finish.
5. Apply the matte coating: Apply a thin layer of matte coating on the resin, following the manufacturer's instructions.
6. Allow to dry completely: Let the matte coating dry for the recommended time before touching the surface. By following these steps, you can effectively and professionally achieve a matte finish on epoxy resin.

Techniques for matting epoxy resin

Matting epoxy resin is a common process to achieve a matte effect instead of a transparent one. Here are some techniques used:

• Adding opaque pigments directly to the resin before mixing.
• Mixing the resin with opaque powders such as titanium dioxide.
• Using already matted epoxy resins available on the market.
• Applying a thin layer of matte varnish once the resin has hardened.
• Adding opaque microspheres to achieve a matte finish. These techniques allow customizing the desired level of opacity according to the project's needs.

Matte Resin After Silicone Use

After applying silicone on a resin surface, it is possible to experience a matte effect. This issue can be caused by various factors, such as using silicone that is not compatible with the resin or improper surface preparation. To address matte resin after silicone use, it is advisable to follow these steps:

• Remove the matte silicone with a gentle solvent.
• Thoroughly clean the surface with a degreasing detergent.
• Apply a new layer of transparent resin compatible with the silicone.
• Ensure that the surface is completely dry before applying the resin. By following these recommendations, it is possible to restore the transparency of the resin and achieve a uniform and glossy final result.

“COLOURFUN” – Liquid Epoxy Resin Colourant Set

Intense and brilliant colour, ideal for Transparent Epoxy Resins. Mix small quantity to get a translucent effect. The high coverage of the "Colorfun Original" range allows to obtain a full and bright colour. The high concentration provides an opaque colour with a few drops. Usable to colour the products of the RESIN PRO range.

£13.45

“I–GUM” – Non-Toxic Silicone Putty for mould making

“I-GUM SLOW” – Non-Toxic Silicone Rubber – Paste Form Pasty silicone rubber “I-GUM” is a two–component product for creating moulds and forms for pouring with epoxy resin.

£22.85

“PURE MOULD” – Transluent Liquid Silicone rubber for creating moulds

Create your moulds using PURE MOLD silicone rubber! Compatible with many materials including resins, plaster and cement. Its transparency will allow you to observe through the mould and its high mechanical characteristics make it a product suitable for both professional and hobby use.

£22.45

“Epoxy Polish” – Epoxy Resin Polishing System

EPOXY POLISH is an advanced epoxy resin polishing system that delivers a stunning, glossy finish for your resin projects. Ideal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike, this product rejuvenates surfaces to a mirror-like shine with ease.

£17.85