How to Create & Keep Swirls in Epoxy Resin after its set? - I Try The FREEZER METHOD! ❄

[@LucyJS12]

It would be really cool to see the red ones fully crushed and sealed in clear resin then used as an insert in some woodwork

[@modestrocker1]

or floating in the walls of a vase/ bowl

[@LucyJS12]

@@modestrocker1 ooh so true!

[@ceciliaFX]

That was my 1st thought.

[@frankierzucekjr]

Like stained glass. That is a great idea. But smash up some more too.

[@ImNotACatLawyerButIPlayOneOnTV]

I was just about to say that

[@nicolehervieux1704]

If you watch Julie at ‘Pouring your heart out’ she mastered the art of leaving the resin to cure just long enough to do what she wants with all kind of colours... she is awesome.

[@joallawestervelt6918]

Yes She is and can give you all kinds of ideas. She will try something new and keep trying different things till she gets what she wants. She also writes down how she did each experiment to refer back to.

[@juanitaalicea7656]

Ill check that out . Ty

[@donnabusic9785]

Lol I was going to challenge him to try Julie's feathering (that's my favorite) . Have a great weekend!

[@TifSC]

Yes, I was going to mention Julie, love that channel.

[@offairhead]

Love that channel!!

[@carriesheffield2126]

I work small scale and don’t have a vacuum pot, so I warm my resins by putting the bottles in warm water to help prevent bubbles when I pour. Heating it quickens the curing process, so it gets thick quickly, and pouring it when it’s a little thicker helps. One thing I like to do is pour a dark layer and let it sit for a little bit then drizzle other colors over it. Then pour some clear while the drizzled colors are still wet and the base is sticky. You’ll end up with a neat 3D looking set of layers and the clear layer will look like a “peep hole” in the middle of the other colors. My husband and I love watching your channel, by the way!

[@orene7594]

Hypothesis: freezing is unlikely to work because the cold inhibits curing. Once it comes back to room temperature, the resin effectively returns to its "just poured" state and cures the same as it normally would. However waiting for an hour lets it partially cure and makes it more viscous so it's just less mobile and less likely to mix further as it cures in the pressure pot.

[@microsoldering1]

This correct. Freezer slows the chemical reaction that causes the resin to cure. This is actually done in the real world in automotive refinishing, to extend the pot life of 2K paint

[@hoshiadam]

If working time is an issue, you could do both. Let it react for 45 minutes, put in the freezer for a while to slow the reaction down, then pull out, add colors and pour. If working with a large amount of resin, this might extend the window where it will pour but not mix.

[@lindacondray7918]

Yep, I was expecting him to put in oven or heat, not freeze it. Warm the resin so it cures faster not letting the colors intermingle for as long.

[@Dosbomber]

Plus if it's in the freezer and still trying to cure (getting warm), it could draw in moisture from the freezer, adding water to the resin, causing even more problems, including cloudiness.

[@da1chem]

Exactly. Gentle heating and/or high shear mixing can serve to accelerate the reaction. Sometimes the addition of a small quantity of a “metallic powder” can also accelerate. Accelerating too fast can also cause the resin to be brittle. There are also thixotropic additives that can serve to increase the viscosity. If translucence is not a priority; then a pinch of cabosil fumed silica would be a great additive. Your example at the end shows that patiently waiting for the desired thickening just may be best!🤓🤩😎

[@StephensPenTurnings]

A lot of comments, haven't gone through them all. 3 things: 1) Use a temp gauge so you know when the exothermic reaction is just thickening the resin. 2) Mix 1 color and let it set (temp gauge or viscosity check) then mix/pour 2nd color. 3) Talk to Entropy and ask if using more hardener in one batch will work, might not cure correctly though. I use a Polyester resin that you add catalyst to. 5 drops/oz. If I over-catalyze, 2X, the 2nd color it thickens faster so the colors stay reasonably separate. A temp gauge is a good thing to have in the shop. Love your videos.

[@obieobrien5883]

I like the orange-dream sickle...

[@neonxeno2]

Cream egg

[@mmills7012]

Very cool. Love your crazy way of thinking.

[@Dosbomber]

Yeah, I was really hoping it would stay as an orange dream-sickle.

[@drstrangefart]

OH! ALSO! If you let one color thicken up quite a bit then make the other color fresh so it's still thin when you pour, you can get some VERY interesting patterns. I did that with colored resin into clear in vertical pen blank molds and the results were spectacular. I poured the thicker resin into the thin from as far up as I felt I could aim and didn't touch it once the pour was done.

[@Dragonuv2002]

I can’t believe it, it’s a miracle! He made it through a whole video and I didn’t hear him use the word “funky” a single time. Wahoooo!

[@jdhannan]

He absolutely did though

[@user-js6dw7ir7p]

11:38 mssnndmf

[@raymondrussell500]

What about aging one color for the hour, mix a second color in fresh resin and then mixing the fresh and aged materials and curing? Will you get better color pattern?

[@nickzammeti]

Good idea 💡

[@The1withlogic]

The different viscosity and set times should do the trick.

[@shakesbits5220]

I have no practical experience with resin but that would've been my first idea too...

[@davidadams4614]

Drink more Diet Pepsi

[@danielmolenda2073]

I love when your videos are funny and serious and when you’re teaching us, how do you make something it’s enjoyable to watch you can some people on the other stuff did you like you were boring you’re the best thank you man enjoy

[@alyssagarcia8873]

Omg I’m early for once!!!! Just have to say my bf and I watch your videos all the time!!! 😍 we love you and your amazing creations! 😁

[@melissaphillis7247]

Bummer! That red and white was gorgeous! Adore that big aqua transparent block, wow!

[@Greek_Valkyrie]

I love that final one, reminds me of the ocean.

[@derka4754]

WOW!!! I didnt think butcher had such a creative side! Awesome stuff though!!

[@Zuraneve]

It's probably unintentional, but I really enjoyed listening to the rain when you were taking the samples out of the pressure pot.

[@maryalicefrazier2817]

The dancing was a very nice touch

[@mikebartek3592]

Hello Mary. How are you doing?

[@lissasberry8420]

I really enjoy your channel.Thank you for sharing.I have been wanting to work with woodworking tools again for ages.They are rather expensive though so for now I am glad to live vicariously through your witty charm.Thank you

[@janeysiegrist5061]

Always a good night when Nick pops up on my notifications right before bedtime..your work is settling to my soul

[@JennT100]

One thing I find hard to get away from is pulling the white into the colour. Pulling the colour into the white is very rewarding. Love everything you do. Thanks for sharing. 😊

[@janejamison6056]

This is probably the best intro ever, love your dance moves!

[@TomDubYeah]

That intro was epic! MORE DANCING!!!

[@danabbate4623]

I don't really even care THAT much about resin but I hit subscribe within 30 seconds of this video because YOU are freaking AWESOME! You just entertained the H$LL outta me and I laughed like a little kid. Well done. New fan for sure!

[@VondaInWonderland]

Happy days indeed 🕺💃 The last one is amazing, it looks like an under sea scape 💃🕺 I wanted to smell the red and orange ones for some reason ♥

[@elfiefromangelcity6142]

Can't wait to see what you do with these! Also, I'm ready for some rainbows!!!

[@sandramiller4522]

Love the dad dancing

[@mikebartek3592]

Hello Sandra. How are you doing?

[@Sorted7]

Break them all into pieces, throw all the coloured pieces in a pot and put some clear resin in to join them and then use it as a really cool blank to make something from

[@kaymckeown6762]

I was thinking same thing. This would look awsome

[@marleneannandale4157]

I love this video. Specially when your're so funny. I am sure you make a lot of people laugh. Take care

[@LadyBraven]

Very kool!! Your antics, edits and sound effects always crack me up lol It would be great to see what you do with those next!

[@brandiekee5249]

Absolutely love the red and white together! Thank you!

[@chriskalomiris4377]

We learn a lot from failures! It's still a good thing ! I love your videos, Content and humor! Keep up the good work brother! 👍👍

[@ellenyager9577]

I rocked the red and white! The orange and white was number two. However, I would LOVE a pen made from number three! Well done! Cheers!

[@SodaCityWerx]

That purple made a heart in the center very good for a small something!

[@chronischgeheilt]

Love the way you included the sponsorship. I KNEW there was a catch after the nice music lol

[@deblepley7755]

The last piece with the green was very nice. Will look forward to seeing it made up😎

[@bobshorkey1502]

ZWhat’s up Nick about a year ago the first video I seen on turning with your video you were doing some crazy stuff with epoxy I got flat out inspired and addicted so now I got my shop going from nothing to the point I should do pretty much do anything just want to thank you finishing my first epoxy project tonight Rock on

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

Absolutely love the Mixed Blast color !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@liriosogno6762]

Groovy dance! this segment made me happy this early in the morning ♥️ 😂

[@shaydshani]

😲😲😲 The look your face takes on when your brain screams what! at the KZbin notification for Nick

[@janetshaffer423]

Love your sense of humor mixed with art experiences of all types. Even the "Oh crap!" ones. LOL. 👻😎🤣

[@KarenProctor-o7m]

I always turn to Nick for any experiments with resins, along with Jake Thompson and Daniel Cooper.

[@morissaedwards7348]

I like them all. Very pretty. You could take the shards and set them in clear resin and make a cool looking pot or maybe cool lamp with fairylights. They make for a funky piece for sure.

[@sophiawildes8943]

I can really never get enough of your amazing work omgggg

[@oges74]

That intro! 😆😆😂😂🤣🤣 the red one is my favourite one (just saw it shatter as I was typing this) thanks for doing these experiments Nick! ... stay funky! 🕺

[@Duck8887]

I always love waking up to a nick notification. It's one of the best ways to wake up. Much love and support

[@phillob2509]

Regardless of content I can always count on a smile when watching your vids. Thanks Nick!😄

[@Beebobs-0]

I have never searched for and downloaded a song so fast in my life! Veins by Ennio Mano .... this song....is a headache cure😭😭 I didn't know they still made smooth jazz like this!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@fernhadley845]

Love what your doing Nick, can’t wait to see them turned. Reset the shards of the red one. NB........ patience is a virtue Nick ☝🏼

[@coloringwithd]

These were great experiments. Yes the red one was beautiful as well as the giant blank you had at the end. I'd love to see you turn the shards into necklaces. Also, Charlie working with you doing Father and Son projects would be fun. Thanks for the fun video. Hugs ♥♥♥

[@eringoodwin3079]

Love this experiment. The orange and red turned out excellent. And the purple is pretty as well just more subtle. I’ve got to try this tip. Thanks for sharing. ✌🏼🙂

[@Theboldwoodsman]

Keep going pal, you inspire me and give me a bit of something to look forward to watching. Cheers buddy.

[@markelonich1725]

Nick, been watching your fun vids for years, I get it, it's tough to come up with something fresh every week, stick to what your good at, have fun and turn something interesting, love ya bro

[@jimfershee]

Great job, Nick! Enjoyed it, as usual!

[@drstrangefart]

I'm glad you finally really dug into this subject. I know I left a few comments on it a long time ago, but you know how that goes. Looking forward to seeing how you get along with this on a bigger resin and wood project.

[@tammycosby4495]

That purple one would be cool turned to make the iris part of an eyeball. Carve it out kind of like a flat-sided donut, mount the flat side onto a white ball, then the open side filled with black to make the pupil. That would be very funky!

[@ellinghoem1700]

Fun to watch! You are quite funny and your editing is cleaver. I use Deep Pour and after ruining well over a hundred dollars of resin and burl trying to find that perfect time to "swirl" is really frustrating. If you swirl too soon and/or too often you get a "muddy" mess. Obviously time, temperature and resin brand make a big difference. But what I'm finding with Alumilite Deep Pour the perfect time is somewhere around 8 to 11 hours after the initial pour and NOT stirring until it is the consistency of melted taffy. It peaks when touched, but settles flat/level within a minute or so. Then stir slowly, trying not to get too many bubbles. I just got some UpStart Deep Pour and will be testing it for "time to stir" on some smaller batches, before wasting resin on a larger pour. Also, I made a "curing box" 2'x2'x2' out of 1" solid insulation, that I installed a light for heat and a thermostat that maintains temp between 75 and 78 degrees. It works great for curing, but "swirling" is an all together different learning curve.

[@DuaneSuter]

Awesome Nick. That is exactly what I needed to know for my Dragon' Egg project. Thanks for the video.

[@JMZVIDEOZ]

Cool experiment ! I always enjoy your videos Nick. Thanks !

[@anniefly9024]

You never disappoint Nick! Even the experiments are entertaining. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@ISOtunesAudio]

Our products tend to have that “dance like no ones watching” affect on people 😉

[@megah8nyouzero]

Nick does a lot of stuff knowing people watch and doesn't care anyways. He's genuinely funny

[@helema23]

i dance like no one is watching and embarass my kids while weirding out my lizard. we all have those days nick just has them much more than we do.

[@tristanhale460]

I'd love to give them a go. I spend so much time on projects, I could use some high quality sound without wires in my power tools.

[@jeremyk6423]

Great video, one of the best in a while! I like seeing the experiments

[@TheJoseph63920]

This guy is crazy !! I love it !!!!! Long live the madman ! :)

[@sorrowsofsilence]

Yesss! This was awesome. Looked like a funky ice cube!

[@DarleneW1989]

LOVE THE RED!!! Red and Black would be soooo cool too. or all 3

[@leighbell6438]

Greetings from Sydney Australia. Love your channel.

[@rhondaneff2675]

Just started watching you and Charlie a few weeks ago, love you guys!!

[@nickzammeti]

Hey happy Dayz

[@shidorikuroko]

My heart cries out for more Zammeti dance videos. Pls.

[@Me-rm4qj]

I love watching your experiments. I'm always rooting for you 👍 and the colours are just 😍

[@MonkeyJedi99]

The result from the red and white looked best. The Resin-Blast pour might have been mixed too much before being put in the pot. - Thanks for the trip along the scientific method lane!

[@stephaniewalton2800]

the red one ended looking like Christmas candy, yum.

[@kennethmaese4622]

When I’m having a bad day I watch Nicks videos to get happy again.

[@pbelle1971]

Very interesting experiment! Thank you for the info. That red colour is gorgeous! ♥️

[@sabastianjaggers8168]

Honestly everything you do is my fav

[@Shawbonez]

I love the experiments! Maybe once perfected, a crystal clear resin with colored swirls in it like a big marble would be crazy-cool! Oh the possibilities!!!!! :)

[@michelle_7769]

@13:57 I can see a white base then... a 🍥layered circles of black, purple,red,blue, light blue swirl in circular with a toothpick then drop into the spiral gold, silver white or yellow stars and make a galaxy epic peice of ART just a thought based on THE RED AND WHITE ONE IT'S TRULY INSPIRING AND A DEFINITE "AWE" MOMENT!!!!!!!!! AMAZING FORMULA AND FANTASTIC EFFECT!!!!!!!!WELL DONE 👏👏👏👍👍😊!!!!!

[@alisonmary1443]

I love an experiment, the red and orange reminded me of the strawberry/orange cream boilings I can't find in the shops anymore. The blue mix is amazing 😲 can't wait to see what you do with the bits 👍

[@diedredunham7383]

I really like the red and white one. I'll be trying that, Thanks!

[@mikeyoung8126]

Awesome experiment Nick and the red ones my favorite as well take care cheers

[@tammydesborough2949]

Hello from Montana, love your channel!

[@sithlordjeffbledsoe651]

Yup!

[@nickzammeti]

Hey hellllllo 😁

[@cw4608]

Hello Montana!

[@janeoverby2151]

I love your experimenting Nick!

[@shannonsullivan6399]

The company I order from sells a thickener and I have found that really helps or if I drop alcohol ink in my molds and then pour a clear or white epoxy mix over them I get great natural swirls with no effort. But I its cool seeing theres are other ways to do it as well

[@juanitaalicea7656]

Your absolutely fun and talented. Thank you so much, going through a dry spell due to a toss of a jerk and the move has left me empty. Now I can get some new ideas and make some messes !

[@amyadkins2777]

Oh Mr Nick I love the red it would have been perfect for Valentine’s Day that is coming in a week I was so curious to see what you was going to make for Valentine’s Day with it

[@KrisMartin1982]

The red n white shards... big ones make valentines hearts.... and the smaller bits put in to clear resin and make something else. 🥰

[@lexdarkone]

Digging the unscheduled dance break!🤣🤣🤣

[@John-lx8iu]

You can throw the resin pirces into some resin with some other colorful chunks (possibly mix up some more resin and intentionally bust it up) for a nice splash of color

[@sanayaser1414]

You're a very creative person 💜

[@DaveGDesigns]

Hey Nick I use amazing clear cast and use an IR thermometer to check the temperature in the pot until it's around 40/50 degrees that way you get good colour separation I'm not surprised by the freezer result as effectively putting it in the freezer will cool down the exothermic reaction and essentially slow down the curing process

[@tasha.a3096]

I love the dancing and the opening was awesome

[@aicirtkciub9167]

The last one was sooo nice!

[@Brandywine6969]

I liked all of them for different reasons, but for that effect, the red one was the coolest.

[@harleyjordan7959]

Yay. Actual educational content! Thank you

[@tino2tonz]

Thanks for doing this for those of us that don't have the means to fund experimenting with resin. That stuff is pricey.

[@carrie4910]

I adored the red one! The purple one has some cool shiney swishys in it and the orange one makes me think of a melted ice cream. Looks cool though!

[@DeepakGautamX]

13:49 wow, this looks so cool!

[@mojosbigsticks]

I'm obsessed with antique marble specimen tables. You could make one from those shards!

[@frankierzucekjr]

Man I hope that your next video is of your last one you showed that you did off screen. Looks like a a space nebula, or the ocean. Very cool. When you said at the beginning that you've tried the swirl but it never worked, I felt so bad because we've seen you work so hard on certain pieces and sometimes it just doesn't work. But either way it always works out because you're great at what you do.. And if you don't get you some mold release lmao. Awesome as always, liked the minions laughing at you part. Stay funky bro.

[@sandra-jones]

Only Nick would award the shattered one as the winner! 😲

[@n1elkyfan]

I love seeing experiments like this. I hope you do more in the future.

[@williamellis8993]

Smooth dance moves, Nick.

[@wanetawentz9162]

wow Nick...those were cool but stuff happens!!! as always i enjoy ur vids!!!!!