@@Jay-ye9zu - just search "convert cubic inches to liters" to see that the conversion is about 61:1 A liter is 1000 cm^3. An inch is about 2.54cm. A cubic inch is about 2.54^3 = 16.387064 cm^3. So divide 1000 by 16.387064 to get about 61.
Straight to the point, no useless stories, no gimmicks, pure value and information every single second. Thanks for this man!! Wish every youtuber can be like this❤
One thing you can do to reinforce your epoxy is to drill holes into the side of the wood where you want your river, the epoxy will flow into those holes and work as an anchor to increase the strength.
Great book for a beginner . th-cam.com/users/postUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ this book really starts from the beginning, as in it explains what basic tools are and how to use them. But when it gets to the art of creating joints and how and when to use them this book really starts to teach you something. At least that was my experience.
Thank you for the info and user friendly tutorials. Just got a lathe, paint station with powder coat, router, drill press, epoxy forms, belt sander, etc... can't wait to start making stuffs.
Thanks for watching! Glad we could help. You'd probably benefit from the video we just released this morning about picking the right resin for the project. Cheers!
Thank you Jeff. Simply explained and understood. How easy or difficult is it to epoxy coating existing furniture etc? I'm a doctor by profession, with some very basic knowledge to go by. 😊 Thank you.
This video is perfect for beginners! Would you be able to do a video on your sanding process? Also, could you highlight the types of sanders, Rotex/random orbital, and dust extractors you use? Thanks!
Thanks for watching. We are currently filming a video on the sanding + finishing steps so you can expect that video next week sometime. I'll make sure to include the tools we use and some alternative options.
This is a good video, thanks. I have a question on flattening at the end of a cute. Say I have a pretty flat live edge and nothing changes after a cure, why do I need to run it though a CNC or any of the other options? It's already flat right?
I loved this! Shame I'm all away in Scotland. My eyes will be peeled looking for the best wood when I'm out with my dog - perfect for my mistakes. Just fantastic, thank you.
OMG!!!! This video is PERFECT for me!! I am trying to get myself set up to start working out of my garage this year, and this answered so many questions for me....especially the temperature one (which I didn't know was a factor.) And since I don't plan on making anything larger than a coffee table, knowing that hotter temperatures will help cure things faster makes me somewhat glad I live in Texas with hotter than hell summers. :) I just won't be able to do much in the winters when hell freezes over. lol
What do you clean your mixer with?do you just throw it away? The mixing bowls/buckets same question and do you scrape the sides when poring harder or epoxy
Great video! I am going to be attempting my first pour soon and this is very helpful. I have a question that I am hoping you can answer as it is the piece that is keeping me from starting my pour. I basically have two live edge pieces setup like the example in the video. I am curious how to pour the two different colors like shown at 3:31 without them running together and becoming muddy. I want to do a black on the ends of the pour and blue in the center. I have thought about creating little dams to keep them separate until I have all of them poured. Any pro tips would be appreciated! Thanks and keep up the great videos!
Hey, thanks for watching! I would recommend creating a few wooden dams, tacking them in place with some hot glue and then pour. Wait until the epoxy is in a liquidy gel state and pull the dams. Then you can mix as much as you see fit. We use Ecopoxy FlowCast and normally we will pull the dam 8 hours after pouring
Where do you get your mold? We're in the process of making a kitchen table and I'm wondering if I should make a mold or if premade molds are available.
Wow just found your channel , i gotta say , Well Done ! What a perfect video , crisp and to the point yet explained very well , great vid, thanks for taking the time to share !
Just watched the video and I am fixing to start doing countertops wanted to know can epoxy be poured over quartz countertops if so I much would I need to mix up for a to 60”x25”x1 1/2” would like to say thanks for the video and I’ll be following your channel now that I just subscribed
It's important to use the proper kind of epoxy when doing deep pours. A slow curing epoxy like Ecopoxy FlowCast or Super Clear Liquid Glass are both slow curing and the bubbles will rise to the top and pop before the epoxy cures.
We let the epoxy cure for 72 hours before machining it but the cure time will vary based on the size/volume of the pour and the ambient temperature where you are pouring. We discussed and explained this in Part 2 of our "Epoxy Tips and Tricks" series.
You'll want to sand up to 220 grit or higher if you want a polished look. Some people even sand up to 3000+ grit essentially polishing the piece. There's no one answer that suits all projects considering different expectations and finishes.
We normally sand up to 220 grit before applying rubio monocoat pure 2 oil. We have a few videos coming out in the next week covering this topic in more detail.
Thank you so much! I have a friend in trouble with his epoxy countertop - an older person put a pile of peaches on the epoxy to age & rot a couple of days. Maybe more. When this was discovered, a deep stain though 3cm of Epoxy at least, and the stain goes almost to the wood underneath. It give the sad illusion of brownish cloud formation in the otherwise perfectly-clear epoxy as far as the eye can see. Id you do read this - do you have any ideas? Sorry to bug you.
Looking at the finished piece. What's holding it together? It looks like there is a piece of wood next to a piece of resin. Are they bound enough that if you dropped the piece it's most likely to break the wood than to beak the bond? Or is there a resin layer over everything and i just can't see it?
Thanks for the tips! I was looking for an indoor epoxy that won't stink up my house. I assume you're Canadian (the way we say "out" and you're using metric but using an imperial tape measure lol) which is perfect for me so I'll grab the epoxy from your site.
So quick question, this epoxy is much more expensive than I was planning lol. I'm a small table for playing cards/chess etc. I'm planning on having it octagon shaped with a dark wood frame around a octagon center. Inner octagon will be about 32 inches. If I do (32x32x1)/61 I'd need 16 liters which will come out to like $500 in resin. That doesn't sound right, also 16 liters sounds like a lot for this small of an area. Are my calculations wrong? Also if my calculations are correct would it be bad to go 1/2 thick or even less to save on resin. I'm not looking for a transparent look.
I would recommend Ecopoxy FlowCast or Super Clear Liquid Glass. We have both available on our website if you want to learn more/purchase. Our website is www.JeffMackSupply.com
We are planning on making a very large “L” shaped table with our son, as our summer project. Here are some questions, if you don’t mind. 1. How do you know when you’ve sanded enough with a belt sander? Will it be smooth to the touch consistency? 2. What do you use after, to get that shined, shiney effect? Shellac? Clear Epoxy over the entire table? Appreciate your time.
Would Love to know what other questions you have! PART 2 is coming soon and we will create it based off of YOUR Questions!
Thanks For Watching!
I just added comment... Pick me pick me
Hi how are you getting 61 to divide is there another way off doing this
What’s it’s lifespan? & does it get sticky later ?
For those without climate controlled work areas, how do you calculate workable time/cure time for work area temps of 80-90 deg F?
@@Jay-ye9zu - just search "convert cubic inches to liters" to see that the conversion is about 61:1
A liter is 1000 cm^3. An inch is about 2.54cm. A cubic inch is about 2.54^3 = 16.387064 cm^3. So divide 1000 by 16.387064 to get about 61.
Straight to the point, no useless stories, no gimmicks, pure value and information every single second. Thanks for this man!! Wish every youtuber can be like this❤
Thanks for watching! I appreciate the feedback!
One thing you can do to reinforce your epoxy is to drill holes into the side of the wood where you want your river, the epoxy will flow into those holes and work as an anchor to increase the strength.
Answers a lot of questions and appreciate how straightforward the video & commentary was. (No cheesy music....yay!) Thank you
Great book for a beginner . th-cam.com/users/postUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ this book really starts from the beginning, as in it explains what basic tools are and how to use them. But when it gets to the art of creating joints and how and when to use them this book really starts to teach you something. At least that was my experience.
Straight to the point. I don't have the equipment to for this but I am still fascinated by epoxy creations.
Best video yet! All of this information isn't on any other youtube video. Great work again!
Thanks for the feedback! Hoping to bring more value with each and every video that we post!
One of the most useful videos I have seen so far, thanks Jeff!
Thank you for the info and user friendly tutorials. Just got a lathe, paint station with powder coat, router, drill press, epoxy forms, belt sander, etc... can't wait to start making stuffs.
Where did you get the number 61?
Thank you dude. I was strugling with when to swirl. Work perfect at 16 hour mark.
Love this. To the point and no flashy effects. Thanks for all the tips.
"Not everyone's going to have a cnc in their shop".....not everyone is going to have a shop. I do everything out of my bedroom in my apartment lol.
That is true. You've got be resourceful in any industry.
I feel you. I remember building a drafting table in my apartment kitchen and cutting all the lumber with a dull handsaw.
Not everyone has a bedroom in an apartment
Not everyone is gonna have a sander
Not everyone is gonna have a popsicle stick to stir with
nice good work brother but i have 1 question why we divide all over by 61
Perfect video! No waffle and fantastic tips, genuine thanks from this newby!! ❤
Thanks Amy! 🙌
Awesome tips!! I have wondered how I'm going to make a hanging river door. Now I know!!
Thanks for watching! Glad we could help. You'd probably benefit from the video we just released this morning about picking the right resin for the project. Cheers!
Very Good explanation, Thank you so much.
Glad it was helpful!
Your information was excellent and much appreciated
This channel is getting better and better 2 thumbs up guys ... 👍
Thank you for the feedback! We appreciate the support!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. 👍
Thank you Jeff. Simply explained and understood.
How easy or difficult is it to epoxy coating existing furniture etc?
I'm a doctor by profession, with some very basic knowledge to go by. 😊
Thank you.
It could be a little messy, depends on how you plan on applying it!
This video is perfect for beginners! Would you be able to do a video on your sanding process? Also, could you highlight the types of sanders, Rotex/random orbital, and dust extractors you use? Thanks!
Thanks for watching. We are currently filming a video on the sanding + finishing steps so you can expect that video next week sometime. I'll make sure to include the tools we use and some alternative options.
Do I need clear epoxy when mixing it with paints?
I'm not too sure. We haven;t mixed epoxy with paint before.
That was so Helpful thanks
Thank you for the feedback. I appreciate the support!
Great knowledge @!
Thanks for sharing
Stay safe
This is a good video, thanks. I have a question on flattening at the end of a cute. Say I have a pretty flat live edge and nothing changes after a cure, why do I need to run it though a CNC or any of the other options? It's already flat right?
I loved this! Shame I'm all away in Scotland. My eyes will be peeled looking for the best wood when I'm out with my dog - perfect for my mistakes.
Just fantastic, thank you.
I just watched your Epoxy fail: don't make this $1000 mistake. Video. Now I'm a subscriber. I learned a lot. Thank you.
thank you sir for new idea and knowledge. big help for me and to others.
Bealtyful...💕💕👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Thank you for this video. From 🇵🇭
Nice information for begineers........
Did you add a second layer? This is an amazing and beautiful board. a very informative and educational tutorial thank you
So well explained. For a beginner this video was really very informative. Keep up the good work and stay blessed!
What are you using to polish the table with?
Great video. Motivats me to finaly try do one by myself. Thanks so much.
Great video, very informative for a newbie such as me. Thank you.
Following.
Glad you got some value from it! Thanks for the support
Very informative sir thank you
OMG!!!! This video is PERFECT for me!! I am trying to get myself set up to start working out of my garage this year, and this answered so many questions for me....especially the temperature one (which I didn't know was a factor.) And since I don't plan on making anything larger than a coffee table, knowing that hotter temperatures will help cure things faster makes me somewhat glad I live in Texas with hotter than hell summers. :)
I just won't be able to do much in the winters when hell freezes over. lol
Having a controlled climate certainly helps, good luck!
What do you clean your mixer with?do you just throw it away? The mixing bowls/buckets same question and do you scrape the sides when poring harder or epoxy
Great video! I am going to be attempting my first pour soon and this is very helpful. I have a question that I am hoping you can answer as it is the piece that is keeping me from starting my pour. I basically have two live edge pieces setup like the example in the video. I am curious how to pour the two different colors like shown at 3:31 without them running together and becoming muddy. I want to do a black on the ends of the pour and blue in the center. I have thought about creating little dams to keep them separate until I have all of them poured. Any pro tips would be appreciated! Thanks and keep up the great videos!
Hey, thanks for watching! I would recommend creating a few wooden dams, tacking them in place with some hot glue and then pour. Wait until the epoxy is in a liquidy gel state and pull the dams. Then you can mix as much as you see fit. We use Ecopoxy FlowCast and normally we will pull the dam 8 hours after pouring
@@jeffmackdesigns awesome! Thanks for getting back to me!
Great video, man this helped me out
Thanks for watching! I appreciate the support!
Really helpful. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
You are great ❤️. Thank you for supporting beginners this way 🙃. As a beginner this video helps me a lot. Thanks again ❤️.
Nice. Many thanks for sharing
Thanks for tips👍👍
Thank you vrry much . Im going to try mine🇳🇦
Awesome! Quick and to the point. Thanks so much.
Nice Jeff, thanks for that
Do you have a video or suggestions on how you got the shine and clearness on the first piece in the video?
Cool video! What do you use as a top coat on tables? I am making a serving tray for a friend.
For tables we use Rubio Monocoat. For servng trays or small projects we use Grand Finishes or Walrus Oil.
If I do a opaque pore, can i still put led's underneath to shine through or do i have to go with the medium one?
Thank you for the video. It was excellent!
Thanks! I'm gad you enjoyed it! I hope the text and audio helped clarify each point!
Very insightful video. Real info
Glad it was helpful!
Have a 30in cookie I used a router sled and can't wait to expoy it ! Great video
Where do you get your mold? We're in the process of making a kitchen table and I'm wondering if I should make a mold or if premade molds are available.
Thank you! I’ve made several pieces, but this is so helpful regardless. 😄
6:22 Hi can i use normal Graffiti Spray pain (wich one) like Stone coat Countertops use? I cant buy ist because im Out of the shipping range😢.
Wow just found your channel , i gotta say , Well Done ! What a perfect video , crisp and to the point yet explained very well , great vid, thanks for taking the time to share !
I'm doing a quarter-inch pour for the base can I swirl in that amazing video thank you
Thanks you very much for a special training efther watching I am understanding and doings
Happy to help, good luck!
Very well done! 👍🏼👍🏼
Hi!
What do you use to fill up tiny holes that might come about during the cnc process or when using the planer?
Hi Benjamin,
We fill those with Akfix 705 in most cases.
Thank you!
Great video , would love to know they model planet you used here
Just watched the video and I am fixing to start doing countertops wanted to know can epoxy be poured over quartz countertops if so I much would I need to mix up for a to 60”x25”x1 1/2” would like to say thanks for the video and I’ll be following your channel now that I just subscribed
What do you use for no. Stick framing when u pour ?
We use our No Seal Forms. You can learn more and purchase them from www.JeffMackSupply.com
What do you to to prevent bubbles from forming especially on a clear glass resin deep pour?
It's important to use the proper kind of epoxy when doing deep pours. A slow curing epoxy like Ecopoxy FlowCast or Super Clear Liquid Glass are both slow curing and the bubbles will rise to the top and pop before the epoxy cures.
Hi,
Thank you so much for video,
Where can I get/buy the mould?
Thank you for watching. We sell the molds at www.JeffMackSupply.com
Great info.. how do I keep the epoxy from cracking?
Is there an optimal moisture content for the wood? Or should I go for around 7 or 8 percent as in furniture making?
If you have multiple pours, is it necessary to sand the first layer before pouring the second layer? if so to what grit?
Hi, how long do you wait to use the planner for a 10 cm thick service board? Usually use Liquid Plastic 2:1 from Ecopoxy.
We let the epoxy cure for 72 hours before machining it but the cure time will vary based on the size/volume of the pour and the ambient temperature where you are pouring. We discussed and explained this in Part 2 of our "Epoxy Tips and Tricks" series.
@@jeffmackdesigns thank you.
Best regards.
good job my friend 👏
Nice video I'm just starting out what's the best brand of epoxy to get starting out thank you
Thanks for the tips. I can't do big projects, but it was information that I can use.
Glad you enjoyed the video! Thank you for watching!
Do you have to use a deep pour epoxy for cutting board or if you’re making bow tie inlays??
Hi. Which grit sizes should I use for my bench grinding wheel?
Great video. How long do you let your wood dry out before you pour the epoxy in?
When you use a router and built your own sled, what do you have attached to the router?
Thanks for the info! Very helpful. Repeating others question. How do you know when you have sanded enough?
You'll want to sand up to 220 grit or higher if you want a polished look. Some people even sand up to 3000+ grit essentially polishing the piece. There's no one answer that suits all projects considering different expectations and finishes.
Sir pls suggest in rainy season can we pour cause moisture goes up to 12-13% in wood
What about sanding grits and what kind if finishes are good to use .
We normally sand up to 220 grit before applying rubio monocoat pure 2 oil. We have a few videos coming out in the next week covering this topic in more detail.
Tnx for the tips can you give me the name of the polisher or the liquid being use for final coating?
We use Rubio Monocoat on most of our pieces. You can learn more and purchase at www.JeffMackSupply.com
Thank you so much! I have a friend in trouble with his epoxy countertop - an older person put a pile of peaches on the epoxy to age & rot a couple of days. Maybe more. When this was discovered, a deep stain though 3cm of Epoxy at least, and the stain goes almost to the wood underneath. It give the sad illusion of brownish cloud formation in the otherwise perfectly-clear epoxy as far as the eye can see. Id you do read this - do you have any ideas? Sorry to bug you.
Looking at the finished piece.
What's holding it together? It looks like there is a piece of wood next to a piece of resin.
Are they bound enough that if you dropped the piece it's most likely to break the wood than to beak the bond?
Or is there a resin layer over everything and i just can't see it?
excellent video
Thanks for the tips! I was looking for an indoor epoxy that won't stink up my house. I assume you're Canadian (the way we say "out" and you're using metric but using an imperial tape measure lol) which is perfect for me so I'll grab the epoxy from your site.
Thank you so much for this tips
Lifesaver!
Thank you for the video.
Thank you for watching! We appreciate the support!
Which epoxy did you use in the yellow brick job?
So quick question, this epoxy is much more expensive than I was planning lol. I'm a small table for playing cards/chess etc. I'm planning on having it octagon shaped with a dark wood frame around a octagon center. Inner octagon will be about 32 inches. If I do (32x32x1)/61 I'd need 16 liters which will come out to like $500 in resin. That doesn't sound right, also 16 liters sounds like a lot for this small of an area. Are my calculations wrong? Also if my calculations are correct would it be bad to go 1/2 thick or even less to save on resin. I'm not looking for a transparent look.
Awesome tutorial, thank you so much! 😁💜💥
What's the best polish to use to get scratch out?
Should I do the pour in one go or do layers? For a small pour of maybe 2 litres or less
What brands do you recommend for deep clear pours?
I would recommend Ecopoxy FlowCast or Super Clear Liquid Glass. We have both available on our website if you want to learn more/purchase. Our website is www.JeffMackSupply.com
Thanks so much, this was great!
Thank you so much for watching! I appreciate the support and feedback.
yeah man 🎺
We are planning on making a very large “L” shaped table with our son, as our summer project.
Here are some questions, if you don’t mind.
1. How do you know when you’ve sanded enough with a belt sander? Will it be smooth to the touch consistency?
2. What do you use after, to get that shined, shiney effect? Shellac? Clear Epoxy over the entire table?
Appreciate your time.
Did you make it?
What do you use to clean the mixing paddle when your done?
Hi, how to put Epoxy on an stain oil finish tabel? And can i use shellak to seal the wood befor i put Epoxy on the wood?
Thank you
Thank for your information