As people tend to use epoxy resin a lot to make miniature water dioramas ( have a look at my article where I talk about it ), I had to make a few epoxy resin reviews.
Today, I will describe 5 of them, so let's dive right into things!
But first, what is epoxy resin?
Resin is a tough, sticky, vegetable product that is mainly extracted from conifers. There are also several plastics called resins. Examples of such synthetic resins are Bakelite, polyurethane resin, and epoxy resin. Resin is sometimes confused with gum.
Epoxy Resin is used for art, furniture making, water sports, aquariums and terrariums, model building, and more!
In the video below, you can even see how this fantastic product is used to make miniature jars, have fun!
FAQs on Epoxy Resin are answered for you.
In this section, I have a few answers to your questions about Epoxy Resin.
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So let's dive into these 5 epoxy reviews
Epoxy Resin product Number 1
Product Name: 32 fl. oz Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin and Hardener Kit
Place(s) To Buy: Amazon
Owners: INSPOP
Warranty: contact the seller on Amazon
Product Overview :
Clear Epoxy Resin, perfect for making jewelry, crafts, coatings, and casting, and more projects. It has high hardness and a 2 part resin 1:1 ratio:
- 1 bottle of 16 fl oz resin (Part A)
- and 1 bottle of 16 fl oz hardener(Part B).
- The 2 parts of resin together have a total of 32 fl oz (946 ml).
The Good And The Bad :
The good:
- non-toxic and odorless
- little to no bubbles
- nice viscosity/easy to mix
- very good to use for jewelry
The bad:
- not suitable for tumblers
- sticky residue
- can have stains
Support :
Contact the seller on Amazon
My Final Opinion :
I would definitely buy this 4,5 stars resin, good for beginners!
Check out more details and prices here.
Epoxy Resin Product Number 2.
Product Name: Nicpro 1 Gallon Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin Kit
Place(s) To Buy: Amazon
Owners: Nicpro
Overall Rank:
Warranty:
Contact the seller.
Product Overview :
Craft Resin professional-grade clear resin Epoxy kit, and hardener with a 1:1 mixing ratio. You can purchase it in one gallon or 2 gallons.
About 30 minutes of working time and 8 to 24 hours of curing time.
The Good And The Bad :
The good:
- mixes easily because of the 1:1 ratio, you can't make a mistake
- almost no bubbles to be seen
- super clear, dries within 24 hours, instead of several days like some products do
- little to no smells and nontoxic
- self leveling and self degassing
- no yellowing
The bad:
- Beware that some users claim that this product doesn't cure enough
- not suitable for tumblers!
- might be too expensive for the amount that you get
Support :
Contact the seller on Amazon
My Final Opinion :
Seems like a good product for its money for sure!
Check out more details and prices here.
Epoxy Resin Product Number 3
Product Name: Promise Epoxy
Place(s) To Buy: Amazon
Owners: The Pro Marines Supply Store
Overall Rank:
Warranty:
Contact the seller.
Product Overview :
Clear Table Top Epoxy Resin which self-levels. It has 2 Gallons of High Gloss product (1 Gallon Resin + 1 Gallon Hardener).
The Good And The Bad :
The good:
- UV Resistant
- premium crystal clear epoxy
- low odor
- high gloss and very sturdy
The bad:
- If you want to mix in colors, you have to be really quick or it doesn't mix well
- not suitable for large projects
- turns yellow over time
Support :
Contact the seller on Amazon
My Final Opinion :
This resin gets nice reviews when you need to do projects which are not too large, but I wouldn't use it to mix in colors, as it cures too quickly for that.
Check out more details and prices here.
Epoxy Resin Product Number 4
Product Name: Epoxy Resin 1 Gallon Kit Industrial Grade
Place(s) To Buy: Amazon
Owners: East Coast Resin
Overall Rank:
Warranty:
Please contact the seller.
Product Overview :
Epoxy Resin 1 Gallon Kit (1/2 gallon + 1/2 gallon), scratch and water-resistant.
The Good And The Bad :
The good:
- cures clearly
- dries fast and sturdy
- easy to use
The bad:
- seems to bubble easily
- stays sticky for a long time
Support :
The seller will support you when you need information.
My Final Opinion :
This product seems to have some issues and negative reviews, so be careful before buying it and read the instructions carefully.
Epoxy Resin Product Number 5.
Product Name: Epoxy Resin-32OZ Resin Kit
Place(s) To Buy: Amazon
Owners: UNOKKI store
Overall Rank:
Warranty:
Contact the seller, please.
Product Overview :
The last one today of the epoxy resin reviews. It has a volume of 32OZ and it has a self-leveling mix of 1 on 1.
It can be used on canvas, tile, watercolor, rocks, photos, artwork, and bamboo
The Good And The Bad :
The good:
- not yellowing
- high gloss
- low odor
- no bubbles
- affordable price
- super clear
The bad:
- it takes over 48 hours to completely dry
- you really need to follow instructions very well to not get bubbles.
Support :
Please contact the seller for support on Amazon
My Final Opinion :
This is getting 4 stars and a half amongst the epoxy resin reviews, and this is why I would choose this product because, on top of that, it is also very affordable.
Final Conclusion
Whichever epoxy resin product you are going to choose to make miniature water dioramas, you should always take care of following the instructions thoroughly to avoid creating bubbles.
I would also buy a heat gun because every product out there seems to need it to get a nice smooth effect.
If you get that effect, you can create some wonderful pieces of art for sure!
Do you have any questions or remarks about these 5 epoxy resin reviews or any other questions about my website?
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I wish you happy crafting!
Kind regards,
Lizzy
