The Perfect Way To Prevent Resin Drips Spoiling Your Work

[@tinacluff2793]

I would of thought painters tape would of been the best glad I watched this to know which I should use, thanks.

[@glorygloryholeallelujah]

I typically just use my *{Press ‘n’ Seal}* plastic wrap for the backs.... It hasn’t failed me yet and it’s really easy to remove! ❤️

[@julietm1757]

Thanks for tip

[@KelliMariePy]

Hi Steve! In regards to the pva glue please try mod podge! I actually did the same method with it and it peeled right off but you need 4 thick coats instead to the point that you can see a thick residue even after it's dried. Afterwards, dig your finger nail into the center of the glued piece (of course when the piece is rock hard) and pull it like you would a mask as it won't peel from the corners adhered to the resin. Also coat the side of your piece to avoid the resin from pulling apart your wood.

[@dawnr714]

I find that clear packing tape is the best too!

[@Mamas-Madhouse-Creations]

I have found that the pva and latex work best on a shiny surface such as acrylic. Thank you for sharing!

[@Minik138]

So usefull! Glad I went into your channel😀

[@tracyharper2121]

Ohhhhh the arteza paints are fabulous! I use these on my paintings, a hidden treat!!! I love your channels!

[@julesthecat9404]

I like the gold dragon, it stands out from the background instead of blending in.

[@JustCallMeMeghan]

Oohhh, I've tried the painters tape, and liked it well enough. Now I'm thinking I'll have to give the packing tape a try! Thanks Steve!

[@tracygilder1229]

I love these coasters, the colour really pops. The dragons worked well too. Thanks for the experiment, now I know to use clear tape as I always created drips!

[@Nrscathy60]

Can you make a beginners video of the Cricket? How to set up, how to size the medallions or silhouettes. Thanks!

[@melodysnow5997]

I dont know if anyone has suggested this yet, but i use a rotary tool to get the drips off if they dont peel off....i use the buffer tool for the rotary to put the shine back

[@dulceteixeira9097]

Turned out really well! The ones I did a few years ago I used masking tape and worked really well! Very colourful ❤️

[@sharonkayboone7043]

If you heat the painters tape with a heat gun drips and tape comes off easy. Try it!

[@maryellenrichards391]

Thanks for testing these things for us.

[@SueFrancis-hl3wg]

I would paint the backs afterwards - scrape off drips then paint 🎨

[@robinmckenzie4142]

Thank you so much Steve! Good info!! 👍👍👍👍

[@lynnking273]

Lovely! You are so talented.

[@alexiscraftyourlifeaway9587]

Great video Steve I only use clear tape it's the Best

[@cynthiacarr3294]

Awesome 💯 I needed this hack😁👏🏽👏🏽

[@markduggan3451]

They look great.

[@laineykearns4506]

Wow! I've seen and heard how people will only use liquid latex so this was a great experiment to show wood rather than resin. 👍

[@RebelBart67]

That surprised me, I thought the latex would work the best. But the ones I have seen before were layering resin over resin and the latex did a fantastic job.

[@LiveSleepResin]

That's soooo interesting thanks Steve x

[@montiwade5977]

Love watching your videos!!!

[@nanapaula1031]

Haven’t used anything yet for backing but will def try the tapes thank you

[@gaiaaoi1005]

This is so useful! Thank you!

[@novallasuter8197]

Thank you sharing this information.

[@Microplancakes]

Thank you!!! Great info for us all to know!!

[@janesavage4733]

You can also heat the resin drips too and they will come off easier.

[@junek1006]

I'm glad you did this. I never even thought about the back of pours. I might just have to try pouring a little bit. You make it look easier then most. I have poured on rocks before but never anything else. I may have to branch out. I don't know about cells and what ever, I just want to try pouring some paint. Thanks for these really informative videos.

[@LisaVornhagen]

Interesting experiment. I've seen Elmer's school glue used before and it worked perfectly. Maybe the PVA glue is a little different? My favorite coasters are the ones with the yellow and the black dragons. They really stand out.

[@ConnieConnie824]

They came out great. Reminds me of DND....

[@lnc-to4ku]

Such great information to know, thank you so much!! Those coasters are so cool!! 😎

[@janetpeacock1032]

Great video Steve. Thank you.

[@dollybrown1993]

They are awesome!! It is so interesting to watch on one channel as you were making the dragons, then to change to this one and see how you use them!!! 🎶🎶🎶💋💖

[@dollybrown1993]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts Just do you!!! Those of us that truly love you will be watching both channels.... Those that don't won't!! Then, too, there will be those that only do resin or don't do resin at all. I just know that the 2 channels work well together for me. I love what you do and am ALWAYS looking for your videos!!💖💋💖💋🤗🤗

[@victoria1687]

I always use liquid latex.. but I never cover the whole surface, I leave the centre so it's easier to remove.. I also warm it slightly prior to removing it :)

[@offairhead]

Lol @ you singing “ring my bell”.

[@christinaperson1168]

These turned out great Steve! You give me so many wonderful tips and tricks to make things easier! I can't wait to try them

[@andreapytlinski7635]

Hey Steve have you ever covered flower in resin to steal it

[@digitaldarkroom07]

Wow, isn’t pouring with resin too expensive?? I’ve been pouring paint for ~10 years and it’s so cheap with acrylic paint! Have you thought of pouring paint and just doing a thin resin coat to seal it?

[@deborahbrucks4182]

How did you do the dragon transfers???

[@kathrynmitchell3555]

What about vaseline applied thickly on the back... would it work?

[@bellnorton1691]

Nice to know. Ty

[@brittanyshook9856]

Steve what do u do with the extra thats left?? U said not to let it go to waste and u would being up coming projects with them

[@heidishomecrafts5315]

Wish i could afford membership even tho its such a good price i just cant. But look forward to every video 😊

[@tazminmoore455]

I use latex on resin pieces with irregular edges that are very difficult to tape. I do several thick layers. If you are thinking of doing an experiment in the future I will just say this. There are videos of people ripping latex off the back of their resin in one piece with a flourish. You can, of course do this if you so wish, but don't be surprised if the latex takes the resin off the sides of your piece and even chunk out of the resin piece itself 😂😂. I heat the latex up gently and prise up a bit to get started with before removing slowly little bit at a time. Be careful not to overheat the resin with your gun. I tried but could not get cold latex off resin. I use masking tape on wooden boards and MDF . I didn't think latex would stick to MSG as it won't stick to my wood boards. You have consider less drips than me 😂😂😂😂😂😂.

[@tinachappell520]

I will use sellotape from now on I wish I’d seen this before I layered my tray lol

[@stacy_thecraftycat6611]

I use latex but on resin and not wood. I usually do one coat and find it pulls right off. Wonder if it is also dependent on the type of latex you use. I use one that is used for masks monster masks.

[@rkhnd51]

So this heat resistant resin coating will work just as good as a coaster fully poured with it? Great video.

[@vickicole2485]

I was wondering this as making coasters entirely out of heat resistant is costing a fair bit! How thick does the heat resistant layer need to be roughly, for it to work?

[@bonny9680]

Love the coasters and the dragons look grand. With the PVA and the latex, could you trim them down to the same level so the drips could almost be considered "feet" for the coaster?

[@jenniferlohman5476]

I was thinking the same thing 🤔. I liked the drips and they can be recycled too 😉

[@libbyannbest1723]

I can't find the video where you recommend frog tape. Do you still recommend frog tape? Which color?

[@Navybrat64]

What do you use to keep your resin heat resistant?

[@Navybrat64]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts what is the name of the resin

[@613hila]

Did you try Vaseline for the back?

[@janovation]

I have used latex on the back of resin coasters and it has been great. I have not used them on pressed wood. Maybe you did not have your latex thick enough.

[@lisajarvis3820]

Liquid latex brush on back right up to edges ~ dry ~ resin top ~ dry ~ the resin 💧 will come away when you peel off the resin !!

[@natasja1977]

If you put your heat gun on the tape then it is easier to pull off

[@christinesimoneau9741]

I use a heat gun to pop off the drips

[@shannonroy5179]

Painters tape works great however it’s not the same as masking tape

[@lisajarvis3820]

You only needed to use a needle tool to start the latex removal ~ but your latex should have been thicker!!

[@MaxinesCraftynStuff]

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[@MaxinesCraftynStuff]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts another back surgery. The set up to film and edit would take a toll. I'll be back though!! 🥰

[@Oonagh72]

Be careful with that liquid latex if you plan to sell your coasters. People have latex allergies.

[@grazy-girl]

I think you can joise a difrend coller dragon 🐉dan it wil pop out better love joke 💘

[@grazy-girl]

@@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts yeah day will pop indeed and I know it was about the test it was zo cool to see 👀what works and what not dat is what I like about it my hubby kols me a kreabea it means dat I'm verry creative but we o are lol

[@VeeSwan]

I use the Latex but never on wood, it works really well for other resin pieces if I have to dome and can't get a level surface. I love the dragon cutouts, did you use a Cricut for that?