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Q: How can I keep my canvas from sagging in the middle under the weight of the epox...: If you notice soft, sticky areas in your resin application that do not seem to be curing properly, this always means that the chemical reaction was not able to happen properly—either through unequal measuring or non-thorough mixing. You will have to scrape off the wet material and pour another coat. Your artwork underneath will not be disturbed. Make sure you scrape away all non-cured material and wipe the surface before re-coating, otherwise the stickiness could eventually leak out from under the new resin coat. Resin that remains sticky days after bei...

Q: How can I get rid of soft, sticky spots in my resin after a day of drying?: If you notice soft, sticky areas in your resin application that do not seem to be curing properly, this always means that the chemical reaction was not able to happen properly—either through unequal measuring or non-thorough mixing. You will have to scrape off the wet material and pour another coat. Your artwork underneath will not be disturbed. Make sure you scrape away all non-cured material and wipe the surface before re-coating, otherwise the stickiness could eventually leak out from under the new resin coat. Resin that remains sticky days after bei...

Q: Why does my AmazingResin epoxy resin look milky white or cloudy?: AmazingResin‘s ideal working temperature is between 72-77F or 23-25C. Resin colder than this is thick, clumpy, hard to work with and looks milky because it‘s full of thousands of microbubbles (which you‘ll never be able to torch out.) Carefully warming up the unopened resin/hardener bottles in a warm water bath for about 10 minutes can greatly mitigate this issue. Be aware that warming your resin in a waterbath cuts down your working time by about 10-15 minutes, so time yourself accordingly. Dry your bottles thoroughly after removing them from the wat...

Q: Why does my AmazingResin resin mixture feel hot?: Once you combine the resin and the hardener together, a chemical reaction takes place to begin the curing process. Heat is produced during this chemical reaction and is completely normal. Heat output is greater with greater quantities of the resin mixture. AmazingResin epoxy resin is formulated to protect against yellowing caused by thermal energy (heat).

Q: How long will bubbles continue to form?: Bubbles can continue to form for up to 60 minutes after the curing process has begun. The best way to get rid of them is to run an Artist‘s Torch over the surface of your resin. You can also blow on the surface or pop the bubbles with a toothpick, but the most efficient and effective method by far is to use the torch.

Q: How do I get AmazingResin to dry faster?: Epoxy resin dries ( cures ) faster with more heat. You can increase the room temperature to 75-85ºF / 24-30ºC or use heat lamps to encourage a quicker cure ( ensure the temperature stays stable for the first 24 hrs. ) Adding more hardener to the mixture will not work.

Q: How long does AmazingResin take to cure?: Cure time refers to the amount of time it takes for the resin mixture to totally finish its chemical reaction and become its hardest state. The ArtResin epoxy resin cure time is 24 hours (hard cure), however you can touch the surface after about 8 hours without it feeling sticky. It reaches its full cure at 72 hours.

Q: What is the working time of AmazingResin?: The working time of AmazingResin epoxy resin ( also called the pot life or open time ) is about 35 minutes. This is how long you have to work with the resin before curing sets in and it becomes too stiff to manipulate. You‘re best to apply the resin as soon as it has been thoroughly mixed for 3 minutes. TIP: the working time can be affected by heat: if you‘ve put the resin in a warm water bath or if you‘re working in a warm environment, the working time will be decreased by about 10-15 minutes. The cure time may also be decreased.More resin you mixi...

Q: Is AmazingResin self-leveling?: Yes, AmazingResin epoxy resin is self-leveling. This means you can leave it alone and it will spread itself out evenly, so long as you have a level surface. Its natural thickness is about 1mm". You will likely want to spread it around with a brush or a reusable spreader to guide the resin into place.

Q: How do I prepare the surface of my piece for epoxy resin?: Make sure the surface is dry and dust free. Check that the piece is level. You will want to set up a drop cloth underneath your work area. Prop your piece up on support blocks so you can resin the sides easily. You may also wish to tape off the underside of your piece to protect it from potential drips.

Q: Can I apply AmazingResin with a paint roller or an air gun?: Yes you can use a paint roller to spread AmazingResin epoxy resin, however the roller will be unusable afterward. An air gun is not recommended for use with resin because it will clog the passageway as it cures. The easiest way to apply AmazingResin epoxy is by dragging the resin across the surface with an AmazingResin spreader.