No problem. We get asked that question a lot! We used to try to clean it but we end up creating a bunch of garbage from the paper towels so we just let it cure. Hasn't failed us yet!
Thanks for watching! It's mostly guess work. If we are using the west systems for filling smaller voids, we always start with one pump of each and after doing multiple projects, you will learn if you should start with 1 or 2 pumps of each. We've gotten pretty good at guessing how many pumps but that just comes with time. If the void is fairly uniform and you can throw some rough measurements at it, it's worth calculating.
Really helpful video. I have learned so much from watching. Reusable molds make such a difference but sometimes you make something that just doesn't conform to a set size. I would love a video how to make a custom form that doesn't leak and coat my workshop floor. Not that this ever happened to me! 😀
We briefly touch on what it takes to make a custom form in this video: th-cam.com/video/H_tdL2hl0UI/w-d-xo.html The difference from scratch would be using hdpe sheets or wood cladded with tuck tape, and ensuring you have lots of silicon in the seams. Good luck! and thanks for the insight😀
Use hdpe or polypropylene sheet as the base. Then cut barriers from the same material for the sides and use hot glue to keep them in place. Works a treat and your finished piece pops straight off. So much better than melamine or sheet goods with tuck tape
@@andrewmccann6311 can I ask silly question am just getting into this game and am seeing it's alot cheaper make my own moulds/forms am guessing the thickness of the polypropylene doesn't really matter or does it?? 🏴🤔👍
@@michaelwillson6847 probably not much. I use 3mm but if ur doing really big pours you might need thicker for the walls. Manorwood (another epic TH-cam resource) uses 10mm for the sides
You mention using your scale to figure out your volumes. So I’m just curious because I use ecopoxy almost exclusively. So let’s say I needed 30L which is a simple a 2:1 mix so 20:10 of resin and hardener. How would this translate to weight ratio as hardener is heavier than the resin? Great video as I use all these anyways haha. So I’m on the right track.
When calculating by weight, you want to use the ratio of 2.3-1 instead of the 2-1 ratio. That will factor in the difference in weight between the hardener and the resin. Hope that helps.
Curious if you have any small pieces of the paddle come off and get in a pour? happened to me with the same paddle you have but it was also the first time after purchasing it and was running it along the sides of the bucket.
Thank you for addressing the "cleaning", or non cleaning of the paddle. I appreciate it & I'm always wondering what to do when finished with one.
No problem. We get asked that question a lot! We used to try to clean it but we end up creating a bunch of garbage from the paper towels so we just let it cure. Hasn't failed us yet!
Thanks Jeff! Great video! Super informative!
Thanks for watching! We appreciate the feedback!
Thanks for the tip with the hot glue. I wish I saw this video 4 hours ago.
Excellent video Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Very informative. Is there any way to determine how much epoxy is needed when filling cracks and gaps? Or is it more of guesswork? Thanks
Thanks for watching! It's mostly guess work. If we are using the west systems for filling smaller voids, we always start with one pump of each and after doing multiple projects, you will learn if you should start with 1 or 2 pumps of each. We've gotten pretty good at guessing how many pumps but that just comes with time. If the void is fairly uniform and you can throw some rough measurements at it, it's worth calculating.
This was brilliant, succinct and so helpful. Thank you. 😊
Thanks mate
Really helpful video. I have learned so much from watching. Reusable molds make such a difference but sometimes you make something that just doesn't conform to a set size. I would love a video how to make a custom form that doesn't leak and coat my workshop floor. Not that this ever happened to me! 😀
Try it's not leaked onto my kitchen worktops and floors! Not that that happened me either!🤔🙄
We briefly touch on what it takes to make a custom form in this video: th-cam.com/video/H_tdL2hl0UI/w-d-xo.html
The difference from scratch would be using hdpe sheets or wood cladded with tuck tape, and ensuring you have lots of silicon in the seams. Good luck! and thanks for the insight😀
Use hdpe or polypropylene sheet as the base. Then cut barriers from the same material for the sides and use hot glue to keep them in place. Works a treat and your finished piece pops straight off. So much better than melamine or sheet goods with tuck tape
@@andrewmccann6311 can I ask silly question am just getting into this game and am seeing it's alot cheaper make my own moulds/forms am guessing the thickness of the polypropylene doesn't really matter or does it?? 🏴🤔👍
@@michaelwillson6847 probably not much. I use 3mm but if ur doing really big pours you might need thicker for the walls. Manorwood (another epic TH-cam resource) uses 10mm for the sides
You mention using your scale to figure out your volumes.
So I’m just curious because I use ecopoxy almost exclusively.
So let’s say I needed 30L which is a simple a 2:1 mix so 20:10 of resin and hardener.
How would this translate to weight ratio as hardener is heavier than the resin?
Great video as I use all these anyways haha. So I’m on the right track.
When calculating by weight, you want to use the ratio of 2.3-1 instead of the 2-1 ratio. That will factor in the difference in weight between the hardener and the resin. Hope that helps.
Jeff, is it more accurate to calculate the ratios based upon weight as opposed to just measuring?
Curious if you have any small pieces of the paddle come off and get in a pour? happened to me with the same paddle you have but it was also the first time after purchasing it and was running it along the sides of the bucket.
Do use a scale even if it says to measure by volume instead of weight?
What are all the liquids you use. Epoxies, oil, final coats...?
Where do you get your HDPE?
We order ours from “Acrylics By Design” in Mississauga.
Also cheap chopping boards are made of this stuff
I want to training from you sir and i want to work with you do you need any wood worker person then i am available from india