How to mix resin the RIGHT way!

[@abstractboss]

If you want to know about the hot water bath then watch at 7 minutes. Also, please skim through comments to see if your question was answered before asking. I have answered many comments that ask questions that are answered in the video AND answered under many other comments 😂 thank you!

[@wafaaaljafari7892]

Hello. I want to buy rye from where I live in Ireland. Please help me

[@abstractboss]

Wafaa Aljafari I know the company I am a brand ambassador for ships worldwide. Check out fauxrizzle.com and use the code BOSS to save 15%. If they don’t ship there just call the number at the bottom of the website and see when they might be. It’s a great resin

[@heidiholtz4382]

U r 2 popular :) 450 comments to skim through is lots

[@mariatapia1511]

How to do a 1:1 ratio I’m having a hard time

[@heidiholtz4382]

@@mariatapia1511 1:1 ratio means equal parts. For example, 1 oz of (A) added to 1 oz of (B).

[@graceloreal1106]

You the only person I found who actually got straight to the point and explain soooo good Thankyou! I gave you a like on this video this definitely helped💯

[@abstractboss]

grace Loreal thank you so much for watching I’m glad I could help!!!

[@abstractboss]

Do you have other questions that you e struggled to find answers to?

[@monicad7561]

She really did I agree

[@abstractboss]

Monica D I appreciate that thank you 🥰

[@loveleary3161]

Honestly I was going to say the same thing. Finally someone that nails it & doesn't take forever haha.

[@MauzyCreations]

Learning from someone when I was a newbie to watch for cloudiness and streaks was the most important thing I learnt early on. In over two years using resin I have never had a bad mix because I learnt this :) It's an awesome tip.

[@abstractboss]

Mauzy Creations yes girl!!! Thank you! Made a huge difference for me too!

[@napanut86]

You are the ONLY person, after watching dozens!!!!! of videos who has mentioned the yellowing or age of the resin!!! I sure wish I knew that before buying gallon sized resin. Thank you.

[@abstractboss]

Wow, thank you! Yeah it took me a bit to realize this myself because there are so many uninformative videos out there hahaha. Glad I could help

[@Shaun49ers]

This video is what I was looking for in understanding why the epoxy I mixed didn’t mix well. Thank you for the clear and detailed explanations.

[@barbarasorrells8474]

I am planning on pouring my first resin tomorrow. I know it is very important that the resin is mixed properly. You have helped me a lot. Wish me luck!❤

[@stepceil90]

Why did I make my first batch and come watch this after ?!?!! Omg I should have watched this first thank you for the details!

[@abstractboss]

stepceil90 sounds like something I would do 😂

[@tomcone394]

I appreciate knowing how long (roughly) to mix the resin, as well as the advice to keep scraping! Thanks!

[@kyurin.9728]

i like how you explain, to the point and not takes a long time. hoho thank u for making this video, very helping ! 🙆❤️

[@abstractboss]

You're welcome 😊 I do have an updated one that is longer but explains temperature in full detail if you need it. :D

[@AriesFire30]

Newbie here doing some research on how to get started and the ins and outs of resin art. This video was very informative and straight to the point. Thats what I needed!! Thank you 😁

[@lamacamacrafts5715]

As a beginner self teaching , 6months in I have tried both methods on a 1:1 and a 2:1 all worked out wonderfully, Thank you

[@abstractboss]

You're very welcome! thanks for commenting and watching :D

[@lisasmith87]

Thank you for this video I’m new at this and I need all the help I can get , you don’t know how much braver I feel going forward after watching this

[@kimberlyrichardson4131]

this was sooo needed.everything you said was accurate.Im a beginner and had no clue past half and half.I thought the stir was 5 mins,which explains the cloudiness,And the turn out of that cloudy pour is very sticky even after two weeks setting up.Thank you so much for this video.Ill definitely be keeping up with you

[@abstractboss]

thanks Kimberly! so happy to help. I have an updated video on temperature I recommend. it'll make even more sense for ya as a beginner! good luck

[@ayishavega8360]

This was so helpful! Thank you. first time user here.

[@abstractboss]

Awesome! I am so happy it helps 🥰

[@suealden]

I'm using colors and so I've found it helpful to mix the color in the resin first before combining with the hardner.

[@lovely31bluprint]

The 2nd method in the bath water is nothing I've seen from other KZbinRS. Most of them put part A and part B in the bath water. NOW I KNOW THE CORRECT WAY TO DO IT. ONLY PUT THE THICKER PART IN THE BATH WATER THEN ONCE 10 MINUTES HAS PAST. MIX BOTH PARTS TOGETHER. THANK YOUUUUUUU. I must invest in a silcome splatter.

[@abstractboss]

You’re welcome! I find just heating the one part helps keep my working time longer but you can put both, I just don’t find it necessary haha. Also sometimes your water is hot enough that you don’t have to wait 10 mins. Just test it out and see if it is moving thinner after about 5 mins and go from there 😁

[@tommyconnelly7873]

Great video , I followed your tip of thickener in hot water , worked a treat , mixed ,dyed and poured in less than 5 minutes , result was perfect .

[@abstractboss]

Yayyy so happy that helped! 🥰 thanks for watching

[@tommyconnelly7873]

@@abstractboss So sorry should have said resin

[@islandsewingcentrecampbell453]

Thank you. I use the same resin, the cloudy explanation you gave is awesome. I haven't been mixing long enough apparently.

[@abstractboss]

Yay so glad to help! 😁

[@charlottethompson6844]

I'm new to this and have had some very mixed results. Now I know why. Thank you for explaining and I look forward to trying resin again, hopefully with better results.

[@andreaabney2595]

Hi...I'm new to resin....I have bought everything I will need and have watched a million videos. I have seen other videos that say to do the bath but this is the only video that actually shows you HOW to do it. While I reading through some of the comments I seen where you were talking about the temp of it and about the temp it is when you pour it. I didnt know it needed to be at a specific temp first. I haven't tried mixing anything yet, been terrified of it honestly after I bought it all lol.

[@abstractboss]

Glad you finally got to see how the bath worked 🥰 I did an updated temp video that goes into a lot of detail that I recommend you watch. It will help you know how and when to pour 😁

[@vethanayagijaram86]

I am a beginner and this was so clear and straight to the point.. Thank you!!!😉

[@abstractboss]

you are very welcome. Thanks for your comment!

[@ChanteLevardi]

Great tips! I'm going to do my first pour today. I am a total newbie and this info was very helpful! Thank you! :) And you skipped your life story and just gave the tips! :D

[@ChineduTheresa]

Thank you so much for this information. I am a newbie and I want to start tomorrow. After mixing, how long do I wait before pouring it in my mould please? Thank you 🙏.

[@Sebastan1]

Thank you. I am a beginner, I never mixed mine so long. So I am glad I saw your video.

[@abstractboss]

I encourage you to check out my newest video where I have updated mixing tips. I linked it in the description. there is so much more to epoxy than this video so I created a video that had everything I could think of for mixing :D good luck with your projects!

[@simmikhan7075]

I got do many bubbles in my mix, is that bad

[@AoSCoach]

Today I learnt that I've been undermixing my resin significantly. Cheers for the insights

[@abstractboss]

AoS Coach Omgsh I am so happy to help! 🥰

[@ericamaesmith776]

This video helps mii so much im so new to this and always looking for a new way or better way I seem to get sticky or not all the way dry 🤔

[@stargaserthebest3354]

This is such a good Tutorial, I love it, I'm using this video as a reference in my Year 11 Subject

[@kiarathompson6525]

Thank you Ashley. Just made my first tumbler and your video was super easy. I watched about 12 before I found one that made sense. Could you added what are best measurements for tumblers? I feel like I did not have enough.

[@abstractboss]

Sure! I’ll actually be making a couple tumblers coming up 🥰 so I’ll be sure to measure and get that info on there 😁

[@josephgess8961]

Hi, What is the ideal room temperture when working with resin. Thank you,

[@TRV_Eminemfan]

So my studio in my basement is cold. But I always use a space heater near my work area while mixing and curing. I'm currently making bookmarks and they are bendy after curing for 3 DAYS!!! I thought I wasn't mixing correctly but I am super careful about that. Why would they still be bendy?? My resin is relatively new, I usually use it all after only a week or 2 of purchasing. I have tried everything 😢 please help me!!!

[@_MyInkieFingers]

Thanks for getting straight to the point and not wasting time 💗 Can you tell me how long you let your resin rest before pouring (After it's mixed) Thanks 😊

[@abstractboss]

absolutely! You don't have to let it rest but if you do, don't let it get over 100 degrees. it will set up so fast at that point. If you pour right away though it is usually around 70ish and it will take a lot longer to cure and be slightly less strong

[@_MyInkieFingers]

@@abstractboss Thank you for replying xo

[@67gabrieleb]

I’m a newbie this was very helpful. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@abstractboss]

Perfect! I’ll be doing an updated one soon with more tips :)

[@dezraimcmillan4976]

Nice clear video. Str8 to the point. Loved it. Big help for me. I've never used resin and I'm gearing up to try. Thanks.

[@abstractboss]

Perfect!!! I am so happy to help 🥰 don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help when starting those projects

[@cherylpettway3876]

I just bought all the stuff to start learning how to do this. Seems about the hardest part I'm going to keep following you and learning. Then I found out about having to send things and shellacom drilling holes I don't know if I have all those things.. I'm going to try and make popsockets first keychains and little boxes I have glitter and color and molds. I'm chicken to do the mixing part I have gloves a mask. Thank you again for your video

[@abstractboss]

starting small is sometimes the best way to go! good luck

[@muleyamusuumba3991]

Thank you very much, Just come across your Video and it is very helpful. In my country a lot of people who have knowledge about certain things are stingy with information. I have Subscribed to your channel and looking forward to learn more.

[@c4wolf_]

Ty very much for sharing you experiences @!!! I'll make sure to come back to support in purchasing someone from ur list. Ty

[@belindap7402]

Thank you so much straight to the point and very informative

[@genydee09]

Hello! This video was extremely informative! I’m getting ready to start working on a project using silicone molds. Questions, I’ve been told to use a measuring scale to measure out resin, do you think that is necessary? Also, can you reuse the tools you are using, like the cups and stir sticks? Or does purchasing tools made of silicone make them easier to reuse? Thanks so much! ✨

[@abstractboss]

so resin peels off silicone pretty darn easy so they are great. I found that I do not like the silicone cups though because they bend too much so i like the hard plastic cups from home depot that have the measurements on the side. The resin peels right out of them if you tip them upside down after you are done with them and let them cure. most resins that say 1:1 mean by volume NOT by weight. you will have a bad mix because most resins are heavier than the hardeners so the measurements would be off.

[@tammiodoms1016]

Very informative! So when putting it in hot water… is it without a top?

[@maven5653]

Your video is soooo helpful! I have a question. If i make keychains or jewelry or any other stuff from resin, will those things start yellowing after some months??? Plz answer!

[@abstractboss]

Yes they will. All resin yellows over time. Some just do it faster

[@gaz1tinsley]

Hi, How do you get rid of the bubbles ? for a crystal clear setting ?

[@aditis.1539]

I'm happy that you're still responding to the comments😄😄... I'm a beginner too...can you please answer me how to get rid of bubbles 💙💙💙

[@abstractboss]

you're welcome :D work with a warmer resin. you can also use alcoho to spray on top and it will create cool effects and get rid of surface bubbles. Or you can use a blow torch (do not torch after alcohol, you will start a fire and burn your resin). blow torch is the most effective. Just don't use heat in cheap molds, they will stick to the resin and ruin the mold when you try to take it out

[@aditis.1539]

@@abstractboss thank you ヾ(˙❥˙)ﾉ

[@naimasaleem86]

I was looking for this thank you so much for making it easy 😊

[@ioniataylor2755]

I bought resin and my husband had cancer and I did not open box till recently and one is yellow can I just color the resin and use it and it not turn yellow and what resin do you recommend . I will order more now . This is clear cast. Since my husband was terminal I did not open the box one of my bottles was open and I did not realize til just got box out to use Any suggestion on using this resin. It was two half gallon containers.

[@niky_taylor]

THANK YOUU, I've been wanting to use resin for a while now but i never really tried it because I'm scared that I would not do it right, but after watching this video I think I'll try it. and i also have some questions, how much are the resin and the hardener, and where do you recommend me buying them?

[@abstractboss]

N I K Y _tay you’re welcome! My favorite strongest resin right now is faux rizzle. You can get it from their website www.fauxrizzle.com and use my code BOSS to save 15% 🥰 you’ll be looking at 80-100 bucks per gallon depending on the manufacturer.

[@missyt6738]

I love this video.... Just looking for a follow up on how to get the bubbles out

[@abstractboss]

Just replied. I have a lot of comments I am working through 😁

[@obranilola1126]

thank u for sharing want to use this in my crafts

[@carolthompson5038]

Hi. I’m new to this I have bought a few bits to have ago at small things letters, a fish,diamond shape, so I’m going to have ago and put some little stars in x I have just watched your video over mixing your resin and Gardner. 👍🏼

[@abstractboss]

Carol Thompson awesome! I wish you all the best 🥰

[@carolthompson5038]

@@abstractboss this has been really helpful xx

[@mahishkumarganeson9883]

Thank you for the video.I have a question. How long we need to wait for the sticky resin to dry? Because we did one resin art for keychain but it hasn't dry for two days. How to overcome this problem?

[@abstractboss]

that should've dried I'm assuming. what resin did you use?

[@Sweeps850]

One thing should be noted for "newbies" if your resin bottles have the same color lids(I saw yours was different colors) take a sharpie and mark a A or 1 on the lid and do the same on the bottle. That way if you open them both at the same time you won't put the hardner lid on the resin bottle. Really a pain to get off if it hardens. Lol. Best to just open and close one bottle at a time. But opening both at once does happen.

[@abstractboss]

hahaha great advice Arthur! I have done that before and had to chop open my container to get to my chemicals haha

[@feliciamuniz5630]

Hello, love the video very informative. I was curious, what type of resin to use that would be better for small project's? Im a beginner and experimenting on smaller projects like coasters, and biggest project being trinket boxes. Thank you for any advice.

[@abstractboss]

Felicia Muniz hey Felicia! So both those projects would have different recommendations from me. Coasters you can use art resin, puduo, is resin, diy counter culture, and faux rizzle. For casting a trinket box you want a casting resin. Easier to mix and less bubbles. Casting resins I recommend are from theepoxyresinstore- clear cast 7050, diy counter culture also has an amazing one 😘

[@christinetobin2088]

Thank you, this will be my first project!

[@abstractboss]

Christine Tobin yayyyy good luck!

[@misgirl880]

Yes this helps a lot I used to pour it cloudy thank you it looks sm better 😊

[@abstractboss]

Elizabeth Ceja yayyyyy great job! You’re welcome

[@tammiodoms1016]

Oh abs after all mixed up and ready to go… do I just pour it on whatever I’m covering… straight from the cup?

[@liztaylor85139]

Awesome! I a begginer. I've watched a lot of videos. Your the best! I'm making wind chimes and want to use a Geod style resin design for the paddle at the bottom. Question? How do I make a small hole for the string? Should I just drill it after it sets with a small drill bit?

[@kays6145]

Hi Liz, I am a beginner and started last week. My husband bought me a keychain resin kit for beginners on Amazon and it came with a little hand drill with different sizes of drill heads on there. I'm not sure if that is helpful? But I was scrolling through comments and seen yours. Hope you and your family are safe! 😊

[@Monika-wn3rc]

Thank you for the video! Where can I buy resin and hardener?

[@abstractboss]

I've been using faux rizzle lately. If you go to a recent video of mine I have it linked and a discount :D

[@farmhouseflair786]

Is there a reason why you're not doing the bath for the ticker fluid while it's in the container? Would it be detrimental to the rest of it to be relaxed more then just prior to use?

[@dylanhayek507]

Awesome video! What do you do about the bubbles though? Or do they not show up in your projects?

[@abstractboss]

I don't really have a problem with bubbles unless I'm casting. I can do a different video on casting big projects later

[@Matthew-ft6cs]

Great vid! How long should I let it sit in the warm water?

[@abstractboss]

Until it's runnier. It takes about 3-5 minutes 😁

[@jhanellwray8852]

I'm a beginner. I've made several projects from the Same mixture. Some came out hard and the others came out soft and flexible. Ever since that all my projects are all flexible, I've done research after research and have had any good result....

[@abstractboss]

what resin?

[@teenaskinner43]

I was just about to use some resin that was old and yellow. I was going to watch some more video's before i did my project. You said don't use old resin. That you. It was very important i have clear resin. Wow that would if been bad. Thanks no other video's have said that. It isn't in the directions either.

[@kJack8420]

Thanks for the information...it was very informative...

[@phool289]

What's is used this mixture for? Is it help in electroplating?

[@nancyphillips7224]

This was very helpful. I am still weary about measuring and mixing. I keep telling myself it is just like cooking

[@abstractboss]

Hahaha it’ll all be ok! 🥰 you got this! It seems super scary and you’ll probably have a couple mess ups but you’ll get used to it for sure. Start small

[@melanieambs]

I finished my 1st batch of molds yesterday and they turned out perfect EXCEPT I have mass amounts of bubbles throughout each one. Is there a trick or something i'm doing wrong?

[@abstractboss]

Are you using a casting resin or coating resin? Was your resin warm or cold when mixing? Did you mix fast or slow?

[@melanieambs]

@@abstractboss Its casting but I did different this batch & the resin was even easier to work with. Warm water, a little heat & I mixed it better also. I used acrylics & it went pretty well for my 1st time with them. Thank you for replying!

[@lauriekerestes7840]

when the container says 1:1 by volume I measure each in a silicone cup marked in oz's. Is this correct?

[@abstractboss]

yes :D

[@floydmurphy1786]

Thanks for the tips I'm just starting out using this stuff I had to stand one coat off & start over I tried what u said it seem to be better then the last time I mixed .

[@abstractboss]

awesome! just know resin is tricky and be patient with yourself. You will get it :D

[@jessicakoerner7168]

How hot should the water be before letting the resin sit in it for 10 minutes? Do you pour the resin in the Hardener? or vice versa ?

[@PetAvenue]

WOW! VERY EDUCATIONAL! THANK YOU VERY MUCH!

[@abstractboss]

You’re welcome! I have a more detailed updated one I Linked in the description too if you want more knowledge 🥰

[@amyrangel9042]

I have a quick question: So while the thicker part is resting in the hot water, we let the other part sit in room temperature, or do we wait til the thicker part has stayed in the bath for 10 minutes? Thank you for tutorial! 💕

[@abstractboss]

Amy Rangel the other can be in room temperature because it is already thin. Make sure the room is warm though. It'll help with the whole process :)

[@amyrangel9042]

@@abstractboss thank you 😊 👍

[@singleone2210]

What's the best countertop epoxy have you used?

[@ariana-b6d]

Hi good evening I was wondering how can I fix the projects that I have done that actually you can move them they didn’t get hired completely how can I fix that

[@abstractboss]

if you can still sand it, then try sanding and pouring a new layer but most times if my project is too flimsy I'll redo so I'm giving the best possible product to someone who buys

[@beverlygroff]

If I want to make coasters should I use stone coat craft coat ?

[@mewmew6244]

Hey i just had to ask that after keeping it in the water bath, do we wait for it to cool down, or do we combine it with the hardener straight up?

[@jenennis2201]

Hi, my resin is snapping. Could you point me in tbe right direction what I am doing wrong. Ive ruled out dye. Im thinking im trying to take from mould too soon. I also bought another brand of epoxy and thats too maleable when cured (I think that may be too much dye though) Fab video thank you X

[@abstractboss]

Like breaking in half?! What resin

[@jenennis2201]

@@abstractboss like snapping if slightly flexed.... I think Ive been trying to get out of the mould too early. Epoxy Resi

[@chris.eskimo]

I'd say, another good tip is to add the resin to the hardener, not vice versa.

[@marthagiraldo8893]

I like the way you explain I am a beginner and I cannot get Cristal clear mix ,my becomes so cloudy like foam ,why is that? I did mix for 5 minutes and I cannot get the results I want maybe I mix so strongly I am about to give up I have several tools molds because I love resin . Thank you so much for your answer God bless you I dear to write you because you are so professional do you teach ? If so please let me know. Thank you so very much

[@abstractboss]

Hey Martha!!! So I would highly recommend warming your resin up so that way it is easier to mix. The two parts also mix together better when the resin is warmed up. I also like to mix with a silicone spatula if I am working with a difficult resin because having such a large surface to keep breaking up the cloudiness really helps! I hope that makes sense. I don’t currently have my services available because I’m in a move but when I get set back up in my new home I’ll be able to teach virtually 🥰

[@marthagiraldo8893]

@@abstractboss thank you so very much for your reply God bless you I will be waiting for those classes.

[@abstractboss]

Martha Giraldo you’re welcome! Sounds great!

[@littlefeather9709]

Great video. I know it's been a yr since you did this, but I just started using Stone Coat and I'm getting micro bubbles. Its frustrating when I can't get rid of them when I put the resin in crystal molds. Can't torch it. Lol I do the warm bath but with a and b together.

[@jillzidaritz2042]

2 questions.. can you zap resin in microwave for few seconds? mixed together or just hardener? Also. what causes dimples when used over acrylic pour . I'm not using silicone. thxu

[@abstractboss]

Jill Zidaritz ohhh I’ve never put it in a microwave! I honestly would call stonecoat countertops number and ask, they answer all kinds of questions. I personally would prefer the bath over microwave because I wouldn’t want food to go in the microwave after chemicals just got zapped hahaha. But only heat the one part before you mix the two together! The thicker part. For stonecoat that’s part a the resin. For art resin if I remember correctly their hardener was the thicker part. Never heat after mixing the two together. When they’re mixed together a chemical reaction is happening and the curing process begins. Heating it will speed that up. As for the second question, could depend on a lot of things, are you pouring on a canvas or wood acrylic piece? Is the acrylic fully dried? Did you clean the acrylic? Even without silicone, acrylic is not nice to resin 😂 I always recommend cleaning with 91% or higher alcohol. This will ensure it is cleaned and dry before pouring. If it’s on canvas, the back must be braced properly, if it’s on wood you have to do a sealing layer first because the wood is sucking it all up and then lightly sand and do a second. Hope that makes sense! Let me know if any of that helped 😁

[@petersonfamily2526]

Thank you for showing how to properly mix. I'm a beginner what type of resin would you reccomend to make little keychains and maybe earrings?

[@abstractboss]

there are so many things that this is dependent on but ks resin is amazing for anything with light colors because it seems to be the strongest UV resistance and then most any other resin will work well for those small projects. just get something that doesn't have VOC's (harmful odors)

[@petersonfamily2526]

@@abstractboss Thank you so much! I really appreciate it

[@abstractboss]

Dora Peterson of course!

[@trayjones84]

Hi can I spray my mold with something shiny because the inside part of the mold comes out dual or can I stray the whole item when done thanks

[@tamikamoore3266]

Video very helpful. I’m new to using resin. I bought some resin from Micheal’s and my projects came out pretty flimsy they are barely hard. Do you have any suggestions or another brand to use? I wanted to start using my new silicone molds such as my ash tray and coasters.

[@abstractboss]

hey Tamika! the longer the resin cures then the harder it gets usually. you can use many resins for the molds you plan on doing. I would still recommend clearcast or ksresin casting resins. they are both great brands. also if you plan to do a lot then I recommend a pressure pot. then you won't have to deal with any bubbles at all because it gets almost all of them out even with non casting resins. hope that helped!

[@tamikamoore3266]

Thank you!

[@shizagarzon6308]

This video really helped me😭 I failed yesterday and gladly I found your video. I'm new to this and I'm thankful. But I have a question, is it okay to pour A to B?

[@abstractboss]

You can pour anyway you would like! as long as they are properly measured. Personally I like to pour the thick first because it is easier to measure the thinner one properly and not put too much into the cup :D

[@Itsmyka077]

What exactly do the streaks look like like can you describe it I couldn’t really see it in the video

[@abstractboss]

Meka - I tried to show it in the video. It is hard to get the camera to angle right. When you start mixing, the resin and the hardener won’t both be clear, keep mixing until it is fully clear. If your resin is warm then it should be easy to mix

[@WhisperingWaves1020]

Thank you very much. I wish I would have watch the video before I tried to use the epoxy and resin.

[@ashleygrisanty1048]

Are you able to use a mixing blender for resin? Or would it be more effective mixing with a popsicles stick?

[@abstractboss]

I have another video showing the type of mixer I use :)

[@tacticalarbitrage4556]

I like the part with the water. I’ve only made one mix so far but your way is easier

[@abstractboss]

Totally! I use a heater now too! I wouldn’t have it any other way

[@ladylaylaa]

This was helpful but is there one already mixed???

[@abstractboss]

you won't be able to have an epoxy already mixed because it would cure before you could even buy it. I know mixing can be irritating at first but I strongly encourage warming the resin like in the vid, but also grabbing a mixer you can put on a drill for large batches. And the small mixer from Etsy on my "game changer" video that I did recently. It will save your hands and you won't hate mixing resin so much :D

[@lorrainedaly8590]

I got mine from China its very small. I've 25g of A and 75g of B. It was a starter kit obviously, I got moulds with it. I just can't do it. 8 really wanna start by making a necklace. I just dnt understand ur way of measuring. Could you please tell me how much of A & B to measure in mls plz. Thanks so much. Lorraine 🤗

[@lorrainedaly8590]

So sorry didn't know the other message went I thought I lost it 😂 that's why I done it again. X

[@thednachannel6851]

How do you get ride of bubbles once you’ve poured for your project? Could you use a hair dryer if you i don’t own a heat gun ?

[@abstractboss]

you can also use alcohol to spray on top and it will create cool effects and get rid of surface bubbles. Or you can use a blow torch (do not torch after alcohol, you will start a fire and burn your resin). blow torch is the most effective. Just don't use heat in cheap molds, they will stick to the resin and ruin the mold when you try to take it out

[@Liaa011]

Beginner here this was helpful ‼❤

[@abstractboss]

awesome!!! So happy to help

[@robertogonzalez1907]

If I am using yellowed resin, would using blue or red coloring hide it well?

[@olgacolonforeversky]

Great video

[@craftersepoxy8884]

Very informative I love it

[@abstractboss]

Thanks!!!

[@ThisOLmaan]

Mrs BOSS i saw another video, the person put less Hardner, and like twice the amount of Epoxy, dose it Varies, for the types? or can one add equal amounts of both? i don't know anything yet of these components which all I know how beautiful they come out LoL I wanted to start to cast some of my polymer clay figs, well also TY very much for taking the time to show us the steps.

[@abstractboss]

Rom3 hey there! All epoxies differ. Make sure you pay close attention to whether or not the casting resin you get is a 1:1 or 2:1 etc. They will tell you which one should be two parts and which one is one part if you get a 2:1

[@ThisOLmaan]

@@abstractboss : ok ty Mrs. Abstract Boss

[@spiritwings4592]

The reason they did this was for a harder cure

[@abstractboss]

Tina Franklin you shouldn’t have to alter the ratio to have a harder cure. If the ratio needs to be different for a better cure then that’s the way they should label that resin so people know to mix that way. I have worked with MANY resins and have found that the strongest resins are when sticking to the ratio

[@cintajohnson8333]

Can we use a mini battery blender for mixing A and B

[@abstractboss]

Cinta Johnson I would assume no. Too many bubbles and hard to clean immediately or else you can’t reuse

[@eyobnigussie7571]

Do we have to use any catalyst or hardener to apply epoxy resin on a cement wall? And if yes what kind of catalyst? An I appreciate your presentation

[@abstractboss]

Cement is super absorbent. Personally I've only done countertops over cement. I had to seal them and then pour my resin mix. As far as I know, EVERY resin is mixed in two parts. One part being hardener. I would call countertop epoxy though and ask more specific questions to your project. They have been a great resource for my lately

[@eyobnigussie7571]

@@abstractboss so once you are done with the cement you add only the acrylic paint so does the acrylic paint used as a countertop

[@abstractboss]

Eyob Nigussie no I poured epoxy resin and hardener mixed together again. I have a video from about a month ago and it says first countertop pour. Check it out for a visual

[@abstractboss]

Eyob Nigussie kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqeqmKWMorVpfaM the link to the video I mentioned

[@eyobnigussie7571]

@@abstractboss ok I'll check it thanks for your help

[@cris966]

Hi thankyou for this! Just a question. Is it okay to mix the resin with the hardener when its still hot/warm from sitting it on a hot water? Or should i wait for it to cool a bit before mixing it w hardener?

[@abstractboss]

Definitely mix hot, easier to mix. Be warned it’ll give you less working time though. Check out my updated mixing video on temp. It’s long but insanely useful

[@annamariekassab18]

Thank you, how hot should the water be that you sit your resin in 😊

[@abstractboss]

I don’t measure. It’s just got water from my sink. You don’t want lukewarm

[@michelleoliveira2853]

But, don’t you lose some in each meaning the won’t be equal anymore, right? Or if no please explain how it’s accurate thanks. Sorry Im New