Hi Callum, if you want to try this design out we do have sample kits available which are great for trial and error. The possibilities with the designs are endless ( not just limited to our 4 premade kits).
We don't offer custom kits but all of the materials including a massive range of pigments and effects are available on our website so you can make up any combination you wish. www.glasscastresin.com/
Yes IPA can be used in that way for certain effects as can alcohol inks themselves. We recommend doing a small test piece to perfect the technique and get the correct pigment balance.
We would always recommend to remove both if possible to achieve the best finish. If left in the resin would bond, meaning you couldn’t remove the hob or sink and there’s always the risk of movement which could result in problems.
Hi I want to do this colour on my kitchen table it is almost 2square meter I understand now I need to buy epoxy nr 3 I need to do it 3-4 mm thickness I understood also I need 6-8 L epoxy 3 But what about the others effects? Which and how many gram I need to use . Please I want to buy and do it before the ester day Thanks
I'm thinking of doing this to my kitchen work tops. I have similar wall tiles to those shown and would like to give them a similar effect. Would the kit work on vertical tiles too?
Hi Sandi, you wouldn't be able to directly apply the resin to the tiles, the resin is self levelling so wouldn't stick to a vertical surface. If you were able to remove the tiles you could in theory coat the tiles before reattaching them to the wall
Typically for the resin to self level to a smooth finish, such as on a countertop, a minimum of a 1.5mm layer is needed. The surface that the resin is being applied to also needs to be level
Its difficult to quantify strength as it depends what you mean. As its normally used as a coating material, the strength is largely irrelevant as that comes from the substrate you're pouring over. Its a very hard curing resin so once fully cured, is 'strong' but it depends what you're comparing it to.
Its a very hard surface and should stand up to scratches well although we'd not recommend using knives and chopping directly onto it as that is likely to scratch and gouge at the surface but any light surface scratches that may develop over time should be easy to buff out with a suitable polish. In terms of heat resistance, it is good to about 45-50'C so we'd recommend using a place mat or stand rather than putting red hot items down onto the top.
Hi, I'm starting my adventure with your glasscast 3 resin. And I have a problem with dust particles, the resin will dry out, you can see it everywhere. Is there a way to get the surface to be perfect after drying
Yes definitely although it would be important to make sure the concrete was well sealed prior to starting as concrete tends to be porous and thus allows a lot of air to escape into the resin as it is curing.
Hi David, we can ship to the US, no problem in fact we ship every day and have a great customer base in the States. Smaller orders containing Dangerous Goods such as Resin and Solvents can be a little expensive, but the good news is that you can get an accurate shipping cost easily on the website, simply add items to your basket and then choose ‘United States’ on the basket page. If you have any questions though, feel free to drop us an email to sales@easycomposites.com.
Full cure at the end of the whole process is around 24 hours if you keep the temperatures at 20'C+ however as with all resins, the cure has a tail and the material gets harder and harder with time so we normally suggest leaving it a few days before heavy use (if you can) as its much less prone to being scuffed/marked the longer you leave it.
I'm assuming you're in the U.S.; unfortunately, the resins and hardeners are classified as Dangerous Goods so have to be transported on a suitable service. This incurs a £55.00 hazardous goods handling fee which is what we are charged by FedEx, as the fee is fixed regardless of the size of the order, it is painfully high on small orders but for larger orders, its not so bad. I can certainly see why its off putting though and I wish we had another option but right now, I'm afraid we're stuck with FedEx as they're the only courier offering such a service.
I've never seen anyone sprinkle powder directly into the piece before.. that gives a beautiful effect! Thanks for this video 😊
Thank you :-)
Hi. I would like to order the products used here. Can I please get a list? Thanks
Wow...beautiful mix!!! Want to try this in my bathroom! Thx
Amazing. You are so talented.
Beautiful video! The ideas were so calmly expressed and the narration so clearly conveyed the meaning of each step. We’ll done!!
Hello Renee, we really appreciate the great feedback! I'm happy you enjoyed our video and narrating style!
Looks epic that, looking at a career change and was talking to a friend about starting to do this.
Hi Callum, if you want to try this design out we do have sample kits available which are great for trial and error. The possibilities with the designs are endless ( not just limited to our 4 premade kits).
@@glasscastresin definitely interested in that. They look really cool
Hello! Amazing vibes I was wondering how long does this typical last overtime?
😳😱 omg that’s art!
God job🤟🏽
Thanks Hector
Very beautiful work ;)
Thank you :-)
Love that. I'd like a greyish one. Do you do custom kits?
We don't offer custom kits but all of the materials including a massive range of pigments and effects are available on our website so you can make up any combination you wish. www.glasscastresin.com/
Omg I love the shimmer, I’m only a fan of marble if it’s got sparkles on it! I really want DIY silver sparkly marble worktops!! 🪙✨
Glad you enjoyed Maya!
Do you ever use isopropyl alcohol for creating effects?
Yes IPA can be used in that way for certain effects as can alcohol inks themselves. We recommend doing a small test piece to perfect the technique and get the correct pigment balance.
Can you use the product with the sink and hob in situ?
We would always recommend to remove both if possible to achieve the best finish. If left in the resin would bond, meaning you couldn’t remove the hob or sink and there’s always the risk of movement which could result in problems.
Which type of stone slab would absorb these colors the best?
Or are these resins only for wooden counters?
The use of the basecoat means these colours can be applied to any coloured worktop and still get a good colour coverage.
Hi
I want to do this colour on my kitchen table it is almost 2square meter
I understand now I need to buy epoxy nr 3
I need to do it 3-4 mm thickness
I understood also I need 6-8 L epoxy 3
But what about the others effects? Which and how many gram I need to use .
Please I want to buy and do it before the ester day
Thanks
We sell a complete kit for 2 sqm here: www.glasscastresin.com/cosmic-black-granite-resin-countertop-kit
you dont use blow torch to get air bubbles out? do you sand and put top coat or sealer coat on?
You don't usually need a blow torch. The top coat does not need an additional finish on top.
how to get mix the jet black primer, using epoxy and black powder?
The kits include the jet black liquid. The black powder is used in the top coat.
That’s what I was wondering’ cause never seen black primer!
I'm thinking of doing this to my kitchen work tops. I have similar wall tiles to those shown and would like to give them a similar effect. Would the kit work on vertical tiles too?
Hi Sandi, you wouldn't be able to directly apply the resin to the tiles, the resin is self levelling so wouldn't stick to a vertical surface. If you were able to remove the tiles you could in theory coat the tiles before reattaching them to the wall
@@glasscastresin Thank you for the reply. I will think of painting them instead. Will be ordering my kit soon.
Does it all self level
Typically for the resin to self level to a smooth finish, such as on a countertop, a minimum of a 1.5mm layer is needed. The surface that the resin is being applied to also needs to be level
What is the strength of the epoxy material
Its difficult to quantify strength as it depends what you mean. As its normally used as a coating material, the strength is largely irrelevant as that comes from the substrate you're pouring over. Its a very hard curing resin so once fully cured, is 'strong' but it depends what you're comparing it to.
Does the work surface , enough scratch resistant. Un heat resistance?
Its a very hard surface and should stand up to scratches well although we'd not recommend using knives and chopping directly onto it as that is likely to scratch and gouge at the surface but any light surface scratches that may develop over time should be easy to buff out with a suitable polish. In terms of heat resistance, it is good to about 45-50'C so we'd recommend using a place mat or stand rather than putting red hot items down onto the top.
Hi, I'm starting my adventure with your glasscast 3 resin. And I have a problem with dust particles, the resin will dry out, you can see it everywhere. Is there a way to get the surface to be perfect after drying
Try and reduce the dust in the workspace as best you can. Otherwise you will likely need a light sand and then polish to get a dust free surface.
would this work on the floors?
Yes the same system and resin can be used for floor projects.
Can it be done with concrete tops?....tq
Yes definitely although it would be important to make sure the concrete was well sealed prior to starting as concrete tends to be porous and thus allows a lot of air to escape into the resin as it is curing.
@@glasscastresin thank you
@@anthonylim3768 No problem at all, its my pleasure :)
Are there links I want to buy a kit!
Hi Alisha, the product can be located here; www.glasscastresin.com/cosmic-black-granite-resin-countertop-kit.
My countertop rasin is not drying
If you'd like to drop us an email at the address help@glasscastresin.com our technical team can offer some advice.
Do you sell in USA?
Hi David, we can ship to the US, no problem in fact we ship every day and have a great customer base in the States. Smaller orders containing Dangerous Goods such as Resin and Solvents can be a little expensive, but the good news is that you can get an accurate shipping cost easily on the website, simply add items to your basket and then choose ‘United States’ on the basket page. If you have any questions though, feel free to drop us an email to sales@easycomposites.com.
2 hours you say its ready to use.
I thought epoxy needs 12 to 24 hrs to cure
Full cure at the end of the whole process is around 24 hours if you keep the temperatures at 20'C+ however as with all resins, the cure has a tail and the material gets harder and harder with time so we normally suggest leaving it a few days before heavy use (if you can) as its much less prone to being scuffed/marked the longer you leave it.
i was going to get it, delivery is 114 .. the product is less than that... XD noope
I'm assuming you're in the U.S.; unfortunately, the resins and hardeners are classified as Dangerous Goods so have to be transported on a suitable service. This incurs a £55.00 hazardous goods handling fee which is what we are charged by FedEx, as the fee is fixed regardless of the size of the order, it is painfully high on small orders but for larger orders, its not so bad. I can certainly see why its off putting though and I wish we had another option but right now, I'm afraid we're stuck with FedEx as they're the only courier offering such a service.
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