ArtResin 101: Step 2 - Measure
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Welcome to our new series, ArtResin 101 - the ultimate guide on how to use clear ArtResin Epoxy Resin!
So you've watched Step 1 ...
your tools are gathered
your work surface is prepped
your artwork is taped, propped, level and you're ready to go ...
The next important step is to properly measure your ArtResin:
HOW MUCH RESIN DO I NEED?
to determine how much clear ArtResin Epoxy Resin you'll need for your project, use our Usage Calculator: https://www.artresin.com/pages/calcul...
WATERBATH:
ArtResin's ideal working temperature is 72-77F or 22-25C.
Some people, especially those in cold winter climates, like to warm their unopened bottles of resin and hardener in a warm ( not hot ) waterbath for about 10 minutes or so.
TIP - It's critical that not even a single water drop comes into contact with either resin or hardener, or your mixture may end up cloudy.
Warming ArtResin has the added advantage of reducing bubbles and also increases the viscosity ( makes it thinner ). Just be aware that warming the resin also reduces the working time by about 10-15 minutes.
MEASURING:
With gloves on, pour by volume equal amounts of at least room temperature or warmer resin and hardener into a measuring jug.
TIP: Remember to replace the proper cap on each bottle after you're done pouring ... black for resin and white for hardener. You'll know if you put the wrong caps back on because they won't come off again!
Now, you're ready for step 3 ... Mixing Your ArtResin!
• ArtResin 101: Step 3 - Mix