Epoxy How To | 5 Tips & Tricks For Beginners

Our Top Epoxy 5 Tips and Tricks for Beginners. Perfect for DIY Epoxy Projects.
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Before tackling a DIY Epoxy project, you are going to want to learn about the process first. Here's our Top 5 Epoxy Tips and Tricks!!
In this video, we cover:
1) How To Pick The Right Epoxy?
2) How To Calculate How Much Epoxy You Need?
3) How Much Pigment Should you Add?
4) When To Swirl Epoxy?
5) How to Sand/Machine Epoxy?
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This is only Part 1 of our "Epoxy How To" Series so make sure you are subscribed so you don't miss future How To videos.
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Let us know if you have any questions or suggestions for future videos.
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[@jeffmackdesigns]

Would Love to know what other questions you have! PART 2 is coming soon and we will create it based off of YOUR Questions! Thanks For Watching!

[@sonyahoward8503]

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[@Jay-ye9zu]

Hi how are you getting 61 to divide is there another way off doing this

[@harshkarel9514]

What’s it’s lifespan? & does it get sticky later ?

[@russmanhi]

For those without climate controlled work areas, how do you calculate workable time/cure time for work area temps of 80-90 deg F?

[@Charles.Wright]

@@Jay-ye9zu - just search "convert cubic inches to liters" to see that the conversion is about 61:1 A liter is 1000 cm^3. An inch is about 2.54cm. A cubic inch is about 2.54^3 = 16.387064 cm^3. So divide 1000 by 16.387064 to get about 61.

[@panemon187]

One thing you can do to reinforce your epoxy is to drill holes into the side of the wood where you want your river, the epoxy will flow into those holes and work as an anchor to increase the strength.

[@ThaKidOVOXO]

Great book for a beginner . kzbin.infoUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ this book really starts from the beginning, as in it explains what basic tools are and how to use them. But when it gets to the art of creating joints and how and when to use them this book really starts to teach you something. At least that was my experience.

[@eriksiebenthal422]

Thank you for the info and user friendly tutorials. Just got a lathe, paint station with powder coat, router, drill press, epoxy forms, belt sander, etc... can't wait to start making stuffs.

[@gauravnjoshi]

Love this. To the point and no flashy effects. Thanks for all the tips.

[@theebalz]

Answers a lot of questions and appreciate how straightforward the video & commentary was. (No cheesy music....yay!) Thank you

[@cameronknoop5735]

Best video yet! All of this information isn't on any other youtube video. Great work again!

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thanks for the feedback! Hoping to bring more value with each and every video that we post!

[@jameswoloszyn5222]

Thank you! I’ve made several pieces, but this is so helpful regardless. 😄

[@tusharnandi2773]

You are great ❤️. Thank you for supporting beginners this way 🙃. As a beginner this video helps me a lot. Thanks again ❤️.

[@hsingh6667]

So well explained. For a beginner this video was really very informative. Keep up the good work and stay blessed!

[@zero00044]

"Not everyone's going to have a cnc in their shop".....not everyone is going to have a shop. I do everything out of my bedroom in my apartment lol.

[@jeffmackdesigns]

That is true. You've got be resourceful in any industry.

[@TrickyE]

I feel you. I remember building a drafting table in my apartment kitchen and cutting all the lumber with a dull handsaw.

[@appalachianforge7537]

Not everyone has a bedroom in an apartment

[@appalachianforge7537]

Not everyone is gonna have a sander

[@appalachianforge7537]

Not everyone is gonna have a popsicle stick to stir with

[@asholegoogle985]

Thank you dude. I was strugling with when to swirl. Work perfect at 16 hour mark.

[@joralte5600]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. 👍

[@dr4gon166]

You guys & your vids are extremely helpful. Love watching your projects. Wish you guys all the best for the future!

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thank you for watching! We appreciate the support!

[@amy_just_start]

Perfect video! No waffle and fantastic tips, genuine thanks from this newby!! ❤

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thanks Amy! 🙌

[@danielgrzybiarz1141]

Great video. Motivats me to finaly try do one by myself. Thanks so much.

[@sylviaknutcecily]

Awesome! Quick and to the point. Thanks so much.

[@aceventura3935]

Wow just found your channel , i gotta say , Well Done ! What a perfect video , crisp and to the point yet explained very well , great vid, thanks for taking the time to share !

[@markjess1138]

Your information was excellent and much appreciated

[@technewsfortechnoobs]

OMG!!!! This video is PERFECT for me!! I am trying to get myself set up to start working out of my garage this year, and this answered so many questions for me....especially the temperature one (which I didn't know was a factor.) And since I don't plan on making anything larger than a coffee table, knowing that hotter temperatures will help cure things faster makes me somewhat glad I live in Texas with hotter than hell summers. :) I just won't be able to do much in the winters when hell freezes over. lol

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Having a controlled climate certainly helps, good luck!

[@c4wolf_]

Great knowledge @! Thanks for sharing Stay safe

[@yelenyscalabrese7322]

Thank you so much for this tips Lifesaver!

[@TeamProsperity]

Nice Jeff, thanks for that

[@M4S11S]

Very well done! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@jlyssagraywolf7503]

Thanks for the tips. I can't do big projects, but it was information that I can use.

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Glad you enjoyed the video! Thank you for watching!

[@chris80333]

Thank you for the video. It was excellent!

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thanks! I'm gad you enjoyed it! I hope the text and audio helped clarify each point!

[@elggois7233]

Bom dia moro em Aracaju/Sergipe/Brasil,muitíssimo obrigado pela explicação. há muito tempo venho procurando por uma explicação como essa.

[@MRILANCOHEN]

Great video..thanks

[@williampalmer6994]

Awesome tips!! I have wondered how I'm going to make a hanging river door. Now I know!!

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thanks for watching! Glad we could help. You'd probably benefit from the video we just released this morning about picking the right resin for the project. Cheers!

[@MikeLatham14]

Hi there. I'm curious about how you seal custom sized frames. If I'm building a frame myself, can you walk me through how best to seal the seams? Outside of resin tape, I see in a few of your videos there's a smaller black tape you're using, and in others it looks like a temporary adhesive of some kind. Can you explain what those are and the methodology on when to use both? As always, great content!

[@srikandiwarion1422]

Awesome tutorial, thank you so much! 😁💜💥

[@TMaags]

For the smaller engraving how do you sand it without taking too much out of the wood? I’ve tried to hand sand it before and end up with a divot around the engraving and have found it easier to go a little lighter on the initial planing and then plane it again after the small engraving.

[@dilippatel3268]

excellent video

[@tgcustomsllc8725]

This video is perfect for beginners! Would you be able to do a video on your sanding process? Also, could you highlight the types of sanders, Rotex/random orbital, and dust extractors you use? Thanks!

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thanks for watching. We are currently filming a video on the sanding + finishing steps so you can expect that video next week sometime. I'll make sure to include the tools we use and some alternative options.

[@fabianhernandez4839]

Gracias por la información muy interesante y datos importantes para personas q no sabemos nada del tema.

[@thumbsup9208]

Nice. Many thanks for sharing

[@DFD9000]

Awesome info!! Thanks!!

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thanks Nick! I appreciate the feedback and support!

[@TinoBamBeano]

Have a 30in cookie I used a router sled and can't wait to expoy it ! Great video

[@jeffhatcher6585]

Really helpful. Thank you

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@de-libangant.v3088]

thank you sir for new idea and knowledge. big help for me and to others.

[@jogosdegamesdivertidos148]

Bealtyful...💕💕👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@A6Legit]

Very insightful video. Real info

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@austinjones5732]

Nice work. I like the 5 tips. You can also add a secondary color during the swirl time with a ketchup bottle. We did this in the stone world. 😉

[@rigocapellan4171]

Very Good explanation, Thank you so much.

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bentebrunsvelt319]

Thanks for tips👍👍

[@aquazek7247]

Thank you for this video. From 🇵🇭

[@hindsshawn1090]

Thank for your information

[@mohammedabdullah5114]

Very informative sir thank you

[@emrahdursun]

good job my friend 👏

[@brucenicole1902]

Is there an optimal moisture content for the wood? Or should I go for around 7 or 8 percent as in furniture making?

[@ignatiusendjala193]

Thank you vrry much . Im going to try mine🇳🇦

[@alihasani2303]

Thank you👍

[@sunv8500]

Nice information for begineers........

[@janemulholland8037]

I loved this! Shame I'm all away in Scotland. My eyes will be peeled looking for the best wood when I'm out with my dog - perfect for my mistakes. Just fantastic, thank you.

[@ryantrost5730]

Does the planer every "chip" the epoxy? If so, does it depend on dry/cure times? I've always used the drum sander to level it but it takes FOREVER sometimes.

[@khrysdundr328]

Thank you for the video.

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thank you for watching! We appreciate the support!

[@gjonh8903]

Thanks you very much for a special training efther watching I am understanding and doings

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Happy to help, good luck!

[@halenray]

Great video, very informative for a newbie such as me. Thank you. Following.

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Glad you got some value from it! Thanks for the support

[@bryanencina2804]

Thank you so much for the tips

[@jeffmackdesigns]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@khaledelarbawy862]

It's so awesome.

[@saqibabrar3584]

Good information thx bro

[@sll-tt6bj]

Nice video I'm just starting out what's the best brand of epoxy to get starting out thank you

[@zanejohnston590]

Great video. How long do you let your wood dry out before you pour the epoxy in?

[@daviddejulio863]

Thanks for the great video and tips. Got my first big walnut slab that has a large void to fill and I'm so nervous to go for it but I guess you just gotta jump in with both feet.

[@kristenpennicuik6049]

Do not do this, you will cause footprints

[@daviddejulio863]

@@kristenpennicuik6049 haha! Good one!

[@chelseygooch4073]

I absolutely love your work!! Gorgeous products and fun to watch! I don't have much experience in working with epoxy, partly because I've had some frustrations with it so I feel a bit discouraged. From what I've discovered, it's recommended to do projects in layers, as thin as 1/8" each, which is obviously very time consuming. What do you do differently that allows you to pour such a thick layer? Is it the brand of actual epoxy you're using? Something else? I also find it impossible to remove all the bubbles, even with a heat gun. Thoughts?

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Hi Chelsey, pouring thickness relies heavily on the epoxy brand and type. We use a range of epoxies in our shop, available at jeffmacksupply.com/. Typically the longer setting epoxies allow oxygen bubbles to escape easier, but we also use a vacuum chamber before pouring. Hope that helps!

[@johnschantz7693]

Great video! How do you get the natural cure (5:07) to stay till the end of the curing process? I get that reaction in the first 1-2 hours (Looks great!), but then the cells break up and dissipate within 12 hours.

[@jerryaz9115]

Bravo pero muchas felicidades Saludos desde Estado de México el único canal 10 de 10

[@simonac688.]

This channel is getting better and better 2 thumbs up guys ... 👍

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thank you for the feedback! We appreciate the support!

[@woodjunkie_yt]

Thank you!😀

[@jmonge1]

thank you

[@Trinidadblossom]

Great video , would love to know they model planet you used here

[@tweddelltrumpet]

Thanks so much, this was great!

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thank you so much for watching! I appreciate the support and feedback.

[@ericmatthews3780]

yeah man 🎺

[@carolinadesign199]

Thanks for the info

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thanks for watching!

[@Orkorocks]

What material do you use as a pour border to prevent the epoxy sticking to it?

[@tictack8604]

I'm doing a quarter-inch pour for the base can I swirl in that amazing video thank you

[@KomalGupta-pv9wo]

can i add polish without sanding as my surface is pretty much leveled and plain ? i have made a resin art work on a wooden frame

[@victorfiore6332]

Do you have to use a deep pour epoxy for cutting board or if you’re making bow tie inlays??

[@scottsmith4199]

Solid video. I’m literally about to do my first pour this week. Do you guys seal the edges first before the main pour ? I’ve noticed a few others that recommend this step, curious if you guys do that ?

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thanks for watching. We don't seal the edges before pouring.

[@johnmclain6535]

Love your videos. Doing my first river table. It will be a 1.5 inch deep pour. Going to tint it emerald green. What brand epoxy would be best for this depth of pour? Thanks!!

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Hi John, I would recommend looking at either Ecopoxy FlowCast or Squidpoxy "Squid Cast 2.0". both are great options. The Squid Cast 2.0 will be a little cheaper. You can shop and learn more at www.JeffMackSupply.com

[@ilancloud1426]

What dye color did you use to get the deep blue on the cover image?

[@HDZbrewing]

Do you have a video or suggestions on how you got the shine and clearness on the first piece in the video?

[@bryanmontes2735]

Should I do the pour in one go or do layers? For a small pour of maybe 2 litres or less

[@Googaliemoogalie]

Thanks for the tips! I was looking for an indoor epoxy that won't stink up my house. I assume you're Canadian (the way we say "out" and you're using metric but using an imperial tape measure lol) which is perfect for me so I'll grab the epoxy from your site.

[@Senkov.v]

Hi. Which grit sizes should I use for my bench grinding wheel?

[@patrickparr3331]

I just watched your Epoxy fail: don't make this $1000 mistake. Video. Now I'm a subscriber. I learned a lot. Thank you.

[@joed1319]

What do you use to clean the mixing paddle when your done?

[@marcesnault2169]

Great video ! Watching from france and I love your work ! I think that something that could be cool is a video like a "tutorial", step by step of how you make a river table for example :) maybe this idea will answer the questions about the preparation of the wood, of the epoxy, etc... I have a lot of different question but I'm sure that a small "tutorial" could be cool :)

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Hi Marc, We released a video a hot to video last week showing the steps to make an epoxy and wood cutting board. A lot of the steps would translate to making a table.

[@bentebrunsvelt319]

Thanks you👍👍👌

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thank YOU!! We appreciate the support!

[@rishabh326]

Great video Jeff. Are you able to laser engrave on epoxy and then fill up with different coloured epoxy ?

[@timcorona5069]

Not sure if you're still looking for the answer, but yes that's possible to do. Just make sure the epoxy is fully cured before engraving and to sand inside the engraving to make sure the new epoxy will stick to it.

[@rustyjames2010]

Thanks for the info! Very helpful. Repeating others question. How do you know when you have sanded enough?

[@jeffmackdesigns]

You'll want to sand up to 220 grit or higher if you want a polished look. Some people even sand up to 3000+ grit essentially polishing the piece. There's no one answer that suits all projects considering different expectations and finishes.

[@PsyKotyK]

Before pouring coloured epoxy do your paint the wood in clear epoxy ?

[@jacintobanda4114]

Great video down to the needy greedy

[@flyusahobby4012]

Can you post the link for a bit you use in the slab jib?

[@jaredlewis2961]

Great video! Would also like to see how you mix 2:1 epoxy

[@jeffmackdesigns]

Thanks! Great suggestion! I'll make sure to add that part to the new Tips and Tricks video.

[@janine_vgt]

If I do a opaque pore, can i still put led's underneath to shine through or do i have to go with the medium one?

[@bryangrubaugh4167]

Is your planer a straight blade or helical head? I have a 15" helical head and some of my test pieces are suffering from insane chip out. Thanks!

[@sunezumelo828]

Our avg temp 34 to 38°c. Do i need to install AC to lower the room temp ?

[@fixitmonkey8947]

Thanks Jeff! Great Video! Quick question, been experimenting on a few things in the shop and I find when you mix the powder pigment makes a big difference in the way the pearlesense effect pops out. Do you mix your pigment after mixing part A and B of the epoxy? or does it really matter?

[@GurpreetSingh-so1bu]

What type of router bit used for milling surface? Please share pic of bit or link where to buy? Thanks

[@virendersinghroha4371]

Sir pls suggest in rainy season can we pour cause moisture goes up to 12-13% in wood