How To Use Epoxy Resin
- February 2, 2010
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Writer
Randall Frost
Music
Jim Miksche
Voice Over Artist
Bret Scheinfeld
Epoxy resins can be used as adhesives or sealants, depending upon how they are formulated.
You Will Need
- Nitrile rubber gloves
- Safety glasses
- A well-ventilated workspace
- Cleaning supplies
- A commercial epoxy resin and hardener
- Mixing stick or toothpick
- A pin (optional)
In their liquid forms, resin and hardener can irritate skin and eyes. Wear protective nitrile rubber gloves and safety glasses, and work in a well-ventilated space.
Step 1: Clean surfaces
Clean the surfaces on which you’ll be applying the epoxy resin.
Step 2: Mix ingredients
Mix the resin and hardener according to the manufacturer’s directions.
Step 3: Apply the mixture
Apply the mixture to the surface with a stick or toothpick.
Remove air bubbles by popping them, breathing on them, or piercing them with a pin.
Step 4: Let the epoxy resin dry
Let the epoxy resin dry and harden for several hours. Epoxy resins designed for use as adhesives tend to harden faster than those used for sealants.
Did you know? Bakelite, the first synthetic resin, was patented in 1909.
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Comments (2)
Awesome video! Beautifully shot. Fantastic location.
over 2 years ago by HeatherMenicucci
This is good, but very basic information
3 months ago by dga1052
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