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I am a beginner at using this product. what is the best resin that does not yellow. I am looking to make a block with some sprinkle type items inside. Do i need to use some heat source to remove bubbles? also does resin break or does it feel like acrylic pieces?
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Hi Betsy,
Welcome to the world of resin! I’d love to help you with this.
Unfortunately, all resins are going to yellow over time. Resins with UV inhibitors and stabilizers help extend the time before yellowing occurs. However, things such as mixing off ratio (even though it still can cure without tackiness), putting over an improperly cured lacquer, excessive heat, and or constant exposure to sunlight can speed up the yellowing process. How long the epoxy will last in its clear state is very difficult to predict.
As for the best resin, it depends on what you are making. There is no ‘one size fits all’ resin. Our resin buying guide details the resin we sell. You can get a copy here: https://resinobsession.com/resin-frequently-asked-questions/resin-buying-guide/
For what you want to make, you need a casting resin. These mix thin to allow bubbles to easily release. For pours of 3 ounces or less, the Resin Obsession super clear resin is what you want: https://shop.resinobsession.com/collections/resin/resin-obsession-super-clear-resin
For pours of 3 ounces or more, the Resin obsession deep pour casting resin works great: https://shop.resinobsession.com/collections/resin/resin-obsession-deep-pour-resinA heat gun works great to remove surface bubbles. We have some in our store here: https://shop.resinobsession.com/products/wow-embossing-multipurpose-heat-tool-heat-gun. This article also shares some of my best tips for handling bubbles in resin: https://resinobsession.com/resin-frequently-asked-questions/resin-bubbles/
Resin can break if it’s dropped on a hard surface. Softer-curing resins will dent and not break.
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