[Katherine Swift]

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My name is Mandy and I have a question about resin options. I have created a table top using glass stones glued to wood. I did paint the wood with a water-based primer and glued the stones using hot glue. I will attach a picture of it for you to see. It is a round table so if you have any advice on that I would also appreciate it. I have seen a lot of people using painters tape on the edge to assist in keeping the shape.

I am curious as to which type of resin I should use to preserve the color of the stones. I am also curious because I dont want bubbles or a yellow tone, but do want to get it to a flat surface again and protect the wood since I will be placing it outside. The question is, which type of resin would be best to use for the outcome I want? Any help is appreciated!

[Katherine Swift]

Picture of project:

[Katherine Swift]

Hi Mandi!

What a neat project!  Here are a couple of my thoughts:

First, to keep the resin from going off the edge, you will need to go around the edge with painters tape or masking tape.  Make sure it is securely attached the table.  This will give your resin something to stick to while curing.  Once the resin is cured, you will be able to pull away the tape.  Something to be aware of, if you do this method, your resin that was in contact with the tape will be cured, but will have a sandpaper appearance.  You will either need to go over it with a resin gloss sealer spray or brush on another thin layer of resin.

As for the choice of resins, it’s a bit tricky here.  If your project is going to stay indoors, use the Alumilite Amazing Clear cast epoxy. You can find it in several sizes in our store here:

https://shop.resinobsession.com/collections/resin/alumilite

While you could use it for an outdoor table, all resins will yellow with time. It happens faster, though, with constant UV light exposure.

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