Artist Epoxy Resin & UV Resin
If you've ever been interested in creating your own jewellery or crafts, you've probably heard of resin. Resin is a versatile material that can be used for a variety of different applications.
However, there are two main types of resin that are commonly used: epoxy resin and UV resin. So, what's the difference between the two? Keep reading to find out!
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What are the different types of resin?
Epoxy Resin
Epoxy resin is a type of synthetic resin that is made from a combination of two substances: a base resin and a hardener. When these two substances are mixed together, they create a chemical reaction that causes the mixture to harden into a solid state. Once it has hardened, epoxy resin is very strong and durable. It can be used for everything from coating floors to creating jewellery.
Epoxy resin is often used in place of traditional adhesives because it forms a stronger bond and is more resistant to heat and chemicals
UV Resin
UV resin is another type of synthetic resin that is made from polymerization chains. Unlike epoxy resin, UV resin does not require a hardener in order to solidify. Instead, it uses ultraviolet light in order to cure, or harden, the material. UV resin is also very strong and durable once it has been cured. However, it should be noted that UV resin takes longer to cure than epoxy resin—usually about 24 hours.
This type of resin is becoming increasingly popular for crafting because it doesn't require the use of toxic chemicals like many other types of resins. UV resins come in clear and pigmented varieties, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs
Both epoxy resin and UV resin are great options for crafting and other applications. However, they each have their own unique properties that make them better suited for certain tasks. Epoxy resin is more user-friendly because it doesn't require UV light in order to cure. However, UV resin has a shorter curing time overall. Ultimately, the choice between epoxy resin and UV resin comes down to personal preference.
At Harry & Wilma, we have a wide range of specially curated craft items. We are a leading supplier of high-quality resin supplies like epoxy resin, moulds and epoxy glitters. Check out our catalogue to find your set of supplies.
Epoxy Resins for Your Crafting Needs
Epoxy resin can be used for a variety of applications, including:
Adhesive:
Use epoxy resin as an adhesive to bond two surfaces together.
Moulding and Casting:
Create or pour our epoxy into resin moulds for casting metals, plastics, and other materials.
Coating:
Apply epoxy resin as a coating to protect surfaces from wear and tear.
Filling Gaps:
Use epoxy resin to fill in gaps or cracks in surfaces
Here are a few uses specific to UV Resin. It can be used for many different purposes, such as:
Crafting:
Craft keychains, jewellery, charms, etc. with UV resin.
Decoration:
Add UV resin accents to vases, bowls, plates, etc.
Repairing:
Use UV resin to repair cracked plastic or glass surfaces.
How do I use epoxy resin?
There are two main factors to consider when using resin.
Ventilation
When working with epoxy resins, it is important to have proper ventilation. Fumes from the resin can be harmful if inhaled, so it is important to work in a well-ventilated area. If possible, work outdoors or in a garage with the door open. If you are working indoors, open windows and use fans to circulate air.
Protective Gear
Another important safety measure is to wear protective gear. This includes gloves, goggles, and a respirator mask. The gloves will protect your hands from the resin, while the goggles will protect your eyes. The respirator mask will filter out harmful fumes.
Frequently asked questions
What materials can you use epoxy resin on?
Epoxy is a versatile adhesive material that can be used on a variety of materials, including metal, wood, glass, and plastic. It can be mixed with epoxy dyes & pigments to create beautiful colourways.
It has strong bonding capabilities and can provide added strength to the joint or repair. Additionally, epoxy is resistant to water, chemicals, and external impacts, making it a durable option for various applications. While it takes time to set and cure properly, epoxy can result in a long-lasting bond that can withstand daily wear and tear. When considering your next project or repair, keep in mind the advantages that epoxy can provide for a variety of materials.
Does epoxy resin set hard?
When it comes to durability and strength, epoxy resin is a top choice. Once cured, epoxy sets hard and retains its shape without flexing or breaking under pressure. In fact, epoxy is often used in industries such as construction and automotive for its superior adhesive properties and ability to withstand heavy weights.
However, it's important to note that the curing process can take several days to fully harden. During this time, the resin should not be disturbed or touched to ensure proper curing. But once it has set, epoxy resin offers exceptional strength and a long-lasting bond for various projects and applications.
How long do I have to use the resin I've mixed?
While it varies depending on the specific resin you are using, most mixed resins will last for up to 24 hours before requiring reapplication. As time goes on, the mixed resin may begin to harden and lose its effectiveness. To make sure you get the most out of your mixed resin, always use it within 12 hours and keep it stored in a cool, dark area away from direct sunlight.
For longer-term storage, we recommend creating smaller batches of mixed resin as needed to ensure maximum freshness and effectiveness.
Thank you for taking the time to look through the Harry & Wilma website. We hope you have found the items you were looking for to work on your next design. If you have any more queries about epoxy resin and other resin supplies, feel free to contact us for more information. Good luck with your next project!
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Artist 4 Litre Epoxy Resin Kit - Artist Quality 1:1 Ratio
4.92 / 5.0
534 Reviews
Bonus Freebie Special - 250ml silicone cup, 14cm silicone stirring stick and 40cm x 30cm silicone mat included with your 4 litre resin order. ...
View full detailsArtist Litre Epoxy Resin Kit - Artist Quality 1:1 Ratio
4.87 / 5.0
156 Reviews
BONUS FREEBIE SPECIAL - includes a 250ml silicone cup and silicone brush. Artist Resin 1:1 One Litre Epoxy Resin 500ml Part A and 500ml Part...
View full detailsArtist 500ml Epoxy Resin - Artist Quality 1:1 Ratio
4.9 / 5.0
59 Reviews
Artist Resin 1:1 Epoxy Resin 250ml Part A and 250ml Part B (500ml kit) It has taken us a long time to perfect our epoxy resin formula. Unlike othe...
View full detailsArtist 200ml Epoxy Resin - Artist Quality 1:1 Ratio
4.4 / 5.0
15 Reviews
Artist Resin 1:1 Epoxy Resin 100ml Part A and 100ml Part B (200ml kit) Now comes with 2 x 50ml mixing cups a silicone stirrer and gloves. This is g...
View full detailsResin Pumps Suitable for 4 litre Artist Resin 1 pair
3.67 / 5.0
3 Reviews
Resin Pumps to suit our 4 litre Artist Resin bottles.
Table Top Epoxy Resin 3.78 litre
4.9 / 5.0
62 Reviews
BONUS FREEBIE SPECIAL - for a short time includes - a bonus - silicone brush , 40cm x 30cm silicone mat and mica pigment and glitter pack. ...
View full detailsTable Top Epoxy Resin 1 litre
4.9 / 5.0
29 Reviews
BONUS FREEBIE SPECIAL - for a short time includes - a bonus 250ml silicone cup and silicone brush. Table Top Epoxy Resin 1 litre 1 litre kit - 500...
View full detailsTumbler Resin 3.78 litre kit
4.2 / 5.0
5 Reviews
BONUS FREEBIE SPECIAL - for a short time includes - a bonus - mica powder and glitter pack and a 40cm x 30cm silicone mat. Artko Tumble...
View full detailsTumbler Resin 1 litre kit
5.0 / 5.0
11 Reviews
Brand new Artko Tumbler Resin 1:1 Ratio. Quick set, easy to use, touch dry in 2-3hrs and fully cured in 10hrs, glass like finish, low odour, a...
View full detailsPremium UV Resin - 200g
4.89 / 5.0
46 Reviews
Premium UV Resin – Thick Type for a hard setting finish Our Artko UV resin is a one-part mix, Crystal Clear, Anti Yellowing, Scratch Resistan...
View full detailsPremium UV Resin - 1 LITRE
5.0 / 5.0
14 Reviews
BONUS FREEBIE SPECIAL - for a short time includes - a bonus - 14cm silicone stirring stick , 40cm x 30cm silicone mat & mica powder and gl...
View full detailsCrystal River Deep Pour Epoxy Resin 2:1 750ml Kit
4.95 / 5.0
22 Reviews
2:1 Epoxy Resin Our Crystal River 2:1 Resin can be used for deeper pour projects. Easy to use just mix 2 parts epoxy and 1 part hardener and foll...
View full detailsCrystal River Deep Pour Epoxy Resin 2:1 3 litre (3.2kg)
4.95 / 5.0
60 Reviews
BONUS FREEBIE SPECIAL - for a short time includes - a bonus - 250ml silicone cup and a 40cm x 30cm silicone mat 2:1 Epoxy Resin Our Crys...
View full detailsCrystal River Deep Pour Epoxy Resin 2:1 5.6 litre kit
5.0 / 5.0
18 Reviews
This product is NOT available for Express Post BONUS FREEBIE SPECIAL - for a short time includes - a bonus - silicone dog & mica and glitte...
View full detailsCrystal River Deep Pour Epoxy Resin 2:1 11.4 litre kit
5.0 / 5.0
6 Reviews
This product is NOT available for Express Post 2:1 Epoxy Resin Our Crystal River 2:1 Resin can be used for deeper pour projects. Please see the i...
View full detailsCrystal River EXTRA DEEP Pour Epoxy Resin 2:1 6 litre kit
5.0 / 5.0
10 Reviews
This product is NOT available for Express Post 2:1 EXTRA DEEP POUR Epoxy Resin LARGE 6 litre kit (Part A 4 litres & Part B 2 litres) Our Cryst...
View full detailsAR6000 Acrylic Resin Powder 6.5kg kit
4.81 / 5.0
16 Reviews
Large 6.5kg kit . 5kg of powder and 1.5kg of liquid acrylic binder. Note: This item cannot be sent by Express Post AR6000 is easy to use and so mu...
View full detailsAR6000 Acrylic Resin Powder 2.6kg kit
4.5 / 5.0
8 Reviews
2.6kg kit . 2kg of powder and 0.60kg of liquid acrylic binder. AR6000 is easy to use and so much fun, the best thing is it’s a water based and eco-...
View full details500g AR400 White Eco Casting Powder
500g Casting Resin Powder mixed with water AR400 is easy to use and so much fun, the best thing is it’s a water based and eco-friendly casting re...
View full details2kg AR400 White Eco Casting Powder
4.94 / 5.0
16 Reviews
2kg Casting Resin Powder mixed with water AR400 is easy to use and so much fun, the best thing is it’s a water based and eco-friendly casting resi...
View full details5kg AR400 White Eco Casting Powder
4.86 / 5.0
7 Reviews
5kg Casting Powder Resin Note: This item cannot be sent by Express Post AR400 is easy to use and so much fun, the best thing is it’s a water bas...
View full details10kg AR400 White Eco Casting Powder
4.87 / 5.0
30 Reviews
10kg Casting Powder Resin Note: This item cannot be sent by Express Post AR400 is easy to use and so much fun, the best thing is it’s a water b...
View full detailsSealer 200ml bottle
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Easy to use Matte Sealer for our AR6000 & AR400 Eco Resin. Get a sponge or soft brush and apply it to your cured Eco Resin piece, 2 coats is ad...
View full detailsSolid Pigment Set of 18
5.0 / 5.0
3 Reviews
A fantastic set of 18 assorted Solid pigments. Each bottle contains 0.35 fl oz (10ml) Easy to use and give an intense bright colour to our Artko 1...
View full detailsAlcohol Inks Set of 24
4.88 / 5.0
8 Reviews
A fantastic set of 24 assorted alcohol-based intense pigments. Includes 4 white as they are most popular. Each bottle contains 0.35 fl oz (10 ml)...
View full detailsTransparent Pigment Set of 24
5.0 / 5.0
10 Reviews
A fantastic set of 24 assorted transparent pigments. Easy to use and give an intense bright transparent colour to our Artko 1:1 Epoxy Resin, 2:1 ca...
View full detailsSilicone Stirring Sticks - Set of 3
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Length 14cm
Silicone Stirring Stick Set 14cm
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Length 14cm
Artist 2 litre PART A ONLY Epoxy Resin - Artist Quality 1:1 Ratio
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
PART A ONLY Artist Resin 1:1 Epoxy Resin 2 litre PART A ONLY It has taken us a long time to perfect our epoxy resin formula. Unlike others on the ...
View full detailsArtist Litre Epoxy Resin Coaster Starter Kit (B)
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Artist Resin 1:1 One Litre Epoxy Resin Coaster Kit 500ml Part A and 500ml Part B (1 litre kit) Receive with each purchase: popsicle sticks, pipet...
View full detailsSilicone 250 ml Silicone Measuring Cup
5.0 / 5.0
5 Reviews
Silicone - 250 ml Silicone Measuring Cup Easy clean up after measuring and mixing up your resin Size 6 x 11.5cm Measurements in ml and Oz
Chunky Glitter Large 125g Super Sparkle - Magic Red
5.0 / 5.0
4 Reviews
Ships as NEW SIZE 125g RECTANGULAR JAR Super Sparkle Premium Chunky Extreme Holographic Cosmetic Grade Glitters are made with high intensity pigme...
View full detailsChunky Glitter Large 125g Super Sparkle - Passion Purple
5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Ships as NEW SIZE 125g RECTANGULAR JAR Super Sparkle Premium Chunky Extreme Holographic Cosmetic Grade Glitters are made with high intensity pigmen...
View full detailsChunky Glitter Large 125g Super Sparkle - Iridescent White Snow
5.0 / 5.0
3 Reviews
Ships as NEW SIZE 125g RECTANGULAR JAR Super Sparkle Premium Chunky Extreme Holographic Cosmetic Grade Glitters are made with high intensity pigmen...
View full detailsGlitter Extra Fine Holographic - Silver
4.67 / 5.0
6 Reviews
Glitter – Extra Fine Holographic Our Premium Holographic Glitter Extra Fine gives great shimmer and shine to any art or craft project. Can be use...
View full detailsSilicone Resin Mould - 3D Dog
5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Silicone Resin Mould - 3D Dog Easy to use just mix up your resin, pour into your silicone mould and let it set.Try mixing our “Super Sparkle Glitte...
View full detailsGlitter Irregular Flakes 50g - Electric Blue
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
These Electric Blue Metallic Glitter Flakes are irregular in shape and can be mixed with resin, pigments and great for art and crafts. They come in...
View full detailsGlitter Irregular Flakes 50g - Electric Purple
5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
These Electric Purple Metallic Glitter Flakes are irregular in shape and can be mixed with resin, pigments and great for art & crafts They come...
View full detailsFluorescent Powder - Orange
5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Our new Fluorescent Neon Powders are of the very best quality and are very vibrant and intense in colour. These powders will give a very vibrant i...
View full detailsFluorescent Powder - Pink
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Our new Fluorescent Neon Powders are of the very best quality and are very vibrant and intense in colour. These powders will give a very vibrant i...
View full detailsFluorescent Powder - Magenta
5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Our new Fluorescent Neon Powders are of the very best quality and are very vibrant and intense in colour. These powders will give a very vibrant i...
View full detailsFluorescent Powder - Yellow/Orange
3.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Our new Fluorescent Neon Powders are of the very best quality and are very vibrant and intense in colour. These powders will give a very vibrant i...
View full detailsFluorescent Powder - White
5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Our new Fluorescent Neon Powders are of the very best quality and are very vibrant and intense in colour. These powders will give a very vibrant i...
View full detailsFluorescent Powder - Lemon Yellow
5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Our new Fluorescent Neon Powders are of the very best quality and are very vibrant and intense in colour. These powders will give a very vibrant i...
View full detailsFluorescent Powder - Rose
Our new Fluorescent Neon Powders are of the very best quality and are very vibrant and intense in colour. These powders will give a very vibrant i...
View full detailsFluorescent Powder - Violet
5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Our new Fluorescent Neon Powders are of the very best quality and are very vibrant and intense in colour. These powders will give a very vibrant i...
View full detailsSemi Precious Stone Mix - Rose Quarts 250g
5.0 / 5.0
5 Reviews
Stunning mix of beautiful semi-precious rose quarts pieces. No holes, perfect for resin casting creations, trays or coasters.
Semi Precious Stone Mix - Amethyst 250g
5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
Stunning mix of beautiful semi-precious amethyst pieces. No holes, perfect for resin casting creations, trays or coasters.
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from 3656 reviewsThis is the best resin I've used. Easy to use and great finish
This glitter is beautiful 🤩
I love this resin. This is the third or fourth time I've bought it because it's easy to use, 1 - 1 ratio by volume, and everything I have made has been easy and worked out beautifully. The adding of mica powders, pigment pastes or alcohol ink are all really easy and work well with this resin. I highly recommend this resin and this seller.
I can’t remember how many times I have ordered this resin
It’s AAA Standard
Beautiful
Small but very cute, plus easy to put inside out for powders
Loving all the colours i am making a floor rug... i will need more rope as I haven't ordered enough!
Very cute, and very carefully packaged
The 4mm Braided cord is excellent quality. I bought it for a crochet project and it was so easy to use. I’ll be ordering more. Service and delivery was easy and expedient. Thank you.
Made a tray using chrome powder and Harry and Wilma Artist epoxy resin. Turned out really well
I am so happy with the quality of my recent resin purchase.
It is easy to measure being a 1 to 1 ratio and the very few bubbles dispersed easily with heat gun.
The resin set beautifully with a crystal clear, gloss finish.
My order was dispatched very quickly and I was happy and grateful to receive some free gifts.
It was my first time buying from Harry & Wilma and I'm impressed; great products and fab customer service.
I sure will be a repeat customer in the future.
Love it, have not had the chance to put it to use, but I think it will be perfect.
I enjoy dealing with Harry and Wilma's. Great communication and regular updates about my orders. Prompt with packing and sending out orders. Love the freebies I get with my resin. Great Australian company.
One of the best Epoky resins i have used for jewellery making. Doesn't make many bubbles and mixes smoothly
This product is the best on the market for floral preservation. It is the most stable resin I have ever used. Longevity for anti-yellowing, clarity with zero bubbles and low exothermic reaction. I have repurchased over and over again and will continue to!