HOW TO EPOXY A TUMBLER {BEGINNER SERIES} BONUS TIPS AND TRICKS

[@DuncanCustomAirbrush]

That turned out beautifully!🇺🇸

[@alottletumblertutorials]

Oh my gosh THANK YOU sooooo much Duncan!!!!!

[@Horselife4me]

Hi, I am sooo glad I came across your video!! It’s like having a teacher right there to answer my questions before I even know what to ask. Question tho, are you scraping the tumbler rim w/that level? I don’t believe you had put any epoxy on yet so I was just wondering. Also what kind of epoxy do you use/would recommend for someone brand new? I’m assuming a hair dryer doesn’t get hot enough? I tried to do it w that & now I have all of these bubbles I get to sand off. Oh well…I learn the hard way but that way it sticks lol! Thank you so so much for your valuable time taken to teach us how to get past the frustrations of learning tumblers & epoxy

[@alottletumblertutorials]

Oh my gosh thank you so much for your kind words! I'm so glad I voila be of a little help to you! So in this video I was using "artisan" from the DIY epoxy company. The partnership was dissolved and Josh, who was the face of the company on all of the social media and customer service, started his own company Artistry Epoxy. I followed because I strongly believe in what him and his wife stand for. It is the same exact Epoxy. Both companies order from the same manufacturer. I believe Josh sells his a little cheaper and they ship SUPER fast! I dont want to get wrapped up in the drama of the businesses involved but I LOOOOOOVE this epoxy! With the way I lay it down, I only have to use a little kitchen torch. I wont lie and say that I NEVER have gotten ANY bubbles since using Artistry Epoxy, but they have been truly been ALMOST non existent! I hope this answers your questions but if I'd didn't (or if you have any others) please dont hesitate to reach out! And if you would like to try Artistry Epoxy, I do have a link and coupon code in my newest videos! God Bless!

[@alottletumblertutorials]

Also with the level I am just making sure the tumbler us completely level on my turner that way I dont get like a wonky bottom or anything! Lol the rim doesnt have any glitter or epoxy so un theory should but the best judge of level. If that makes sense

[@biancayun3944]

Is the flame of the torch touching the epoxy or hovering above?

[@alottletumblertutorials]

Hi there! Great question! Sorry that I don't show that very well in this video but it is not touch it. A good 4-6 inches above is good. I know I get closer than that a lot of times. If you are using a propane torch it is much more important to stay further back as they have a much hotter flame! The most important thing is not to hover in one spot. Keep the flame moving at all times so you don't burn/scorch that epoxy. I hope this answered your question. Let me know if there's anything else I can do to help!

[@biancayun3944]

I do have one more question, how do you know how many times you should apply epoxy to your up? Thank you for answering my question! I’m glad I came across your channel.

[@alottletumblertutorials]

@@biancayun3944 you are soooo welcome honey! I'm here to help with as much as I can!! I still learn things all the time but there were some people at the beginning that helped me and I wanted to make sure I passed it on!!! So if I am doing a glitter tumbler I apply my glitter with the epoxy method then do a (2 part) flood coat. MOST of the time that gets enough coverage with little to no sanding (except the rim) to be able to move on to decal. Then after decal I usually do 1 more coat and after that spins for about 8-12 hours I feel it... if it's not smooth then I do another. If it's really bumpy I will do another (2 part) flood coat. It really does depend on what you are putting on it (fine vs chunky glitter etc) I try to do at least 3 but would rather have 4... idk I just feel like (without making it a behemoth thick heavy cup) I like several layers to make it sturdy and tough! Does any of this make sense? Lmbo I feel like I'm rambling!

[@alottletumblertutorials]

@@biancayun3944 also, just out of curiosity so I know what is working, how did you find me?

[@biancayun3944]

Aw.. that is so sweet! I’m glad you aren’t holding back on passing on the knowledge. I’ve been viewing anyone that has to epoxy cups and your channel came up as recommended, so I was all for it! Lol Totally made sense but I never heard the term “flood coat” is that a heavy coat instead of a thin coat?

[@terrymcbride-murphy9616]

Can you use a heat gun or do you have to use a torch? I'm new to this. I see videos using heat guns and videos using torches. I'm confused...

[@alottletumblertutorials]

I have never personally used a heat gun, so unfortunately, I can't attest to that part. I feel like the flame does 2 things 1. Heats the epoxy to being the bubbles to the surface to pop and 2. Helps to suck the oxygen, further eliminating the bubbles. The key is to not let the flame sit in and one area. Keep it moving! I hope this helped answer your question!