Counter Culture DIY Epoxy

We are proud to carry this amazing brand of epoxy. If you haven't used it yet, you are missing out! To order any of our CCDIY Epoxy products, please email us. Here's a couple FAQ's about this great product:

What types of Epoxy do we carry?
 - Artist Resin Medium Viscosity (32 oz kits & 1-gal kits)
 - Artist Resin (32 oz kits)

What is the difference between Artist Resin Medium Viscosity & the Artist Resin?
Artist Resin is thinner and the Medium Viscosity is thicker.  They have the same heat resistance and UV protection.  Medium Viscosity will give you a thinner layer and is great for molds. Colorants have more movement in Medium Viscosity, you’ll get more separation and definition with the original.

Is Artist Resin FDA Compliant? ​
Yes, all of CCDIY resins are FDA compliant (FDA 21 CFR 175.300).

OTHER FAQ's:

What room temperature is best when working with Artist Resin?

Artist Resin works best in temperatures between 70-75 degrees F.

​What is the working time of Artist Resin?

The working time depends on the temperature of the resin and the temperature of the room you are working in.  If the temperature is around 72 degrees F, you should have 30-45 minutes of working time.  The cooler the resin and the room, the longer the working time.  The warmer the resin and the room, the shorter the working time.

How long does Artist Resin take to cure? 

Artist Resin will cure to the touch in 8-12 hours and fully cure in 24 hours. If shipping a recently cured project, it is recommended to wait at least 72 hours before shipping.​

HOW DOES IT REACT TO THE HEAT? ​​

Artist Resin is heat resistant up to 500 degrees F.  You should not expose Artist Resin to prolonged heat sources, this could amber the resin.  For example: hanging a piece directly over a fireplace where it is exposed to long periods of high heat.

​CAN I USE A HEAT GUN TO POP BUBBLES IN POURED RESIN?

No, our resin is fairly thick and is heat resistant to 500°. In order to penetrate the surface quickly, you need short bursts of high heat.  Propane burns hotter than butane. Although some get by with a culinary torch, if you have a problem with bubbles you’ll need propane. By applying less heat (butane/heat gun) for a longer time trying to reach the bubbles, you could scorch the resin. It may also get thin or wavy and you still won’t reach the bubbles.

HOW CAN I GET RID OF BUBBLES? ​​

​1. You can warm the resin when mixing.  Warm resin will mix easier without creating as many bubbles.
2. Use a propane torch. (See below for our recommended supplies when mixing epoxy.)

MY RESIN GOT REALLY HOT AND CLUMPY. WHY? ​

Resin gets hot during the curing process – after your resin is mixed you should apply it immediately to your work.  If you leave a mass of mixed resin in a container, it will build up heat rapidly and will dramatically reduce working time.

MY RESIN looks cloudy or milky when I mix it. Why?

This is normal, when you mix the 2-part resin together the resin will start to become cloudy and towards the end of the mixing process, it will start to turn clear again.

TIPS:
1.  When mixing make sure your resin has had a warm water bath. Warm resin will mix faster and easier. Make sure to mix slowly, mixing fast will incorporate air bubbles and make your resin look cloudy while mixing.  Sometimes resin will remain cloudy until applied to artwork and torched, at which point it should clear up.

2.  Make sure that you are mixing no less than the minimum 2 oz. of resin.  Mixing less than this can cause resin not to set, by sticky or soft.​

Recommended tools and supplies when working with resin:

Please note: These are just our recommendations of products we have personally used. We are not liable for any malfunction of these products. While you do not pay more for the product than if you use a different access point, we earn may a small commission from your purchasing any of these recommended products utilizing the links below. Thank you for supporting our small business dream!

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