Casting crystalline enamel, also known as raisin epoxy resin, is very versatile and is one of the most fascinating mediums to work with. It is a versatile transparent material for coating and casting, suitable for both XNUMXD and XNUMXD creation. The resulting result is similar to molten glass, with a uniform texture, hard, shiny and resistant to scratches and various materials.
Experiencing working with epoxy resin may be intimidating for beginners, but once you experience and understand the matter, you find that it is much simpler than it seems and even very enjoyable and satisfying.
Facts and properties of crystalline enamel / epoxy resin
- Epoxy is a thermostatic epoxy polymer that hardens when mixed with a hardener or catalyst.
- In the casting the liquid material will be an epoxy resin mixture along with a hardener. The mixture is poured into a silicone mold of any size or type - even silicone molds for cakes and candies work well with molding resin.
- No mold is required for coating purposes. In this technique, the mixture is poured on a flat or three-dimensional surface and a durable and hard coating is used.
Uses with Crystal Enamel in Art
- Crystalline enamel is ideal for casting in silicone molds for making sculptures as well as useful art such as jewelry, key chains, dice, chess pieces, clocks, hanging pieces, cups, bowls and other decorative tools. Concentrated color can be added to the enamel mixture. Also, glitter, flowers, beads, shells and all kinds of ornaments and decorations you want to add to your creation.
- Crystalline enamel is suitable for coating furniture and oil and acrylic paintings, wall paintings and decorative serving dishes. Gives shine, preserves and enriches the colors. Suitable for filling holes and coating many materials with different textures, for example, fabric, wood, metal, glass, ceramics, cardboard, paper, plastic and more.
Working instructions of crystalline enamel casting
Crystalline enamel is a toxic material and requires working with gloves. It is important to follow the instructions and precautions in the instructions for use attached to Crystal Enamel. The material is easy and convenient to prepare: mix the crystalline enamel with a hardener in a 1:1 ratio, you can add fimang and decorations such as glitter. When the mixture is ready, pour into a mold or coat the desired object. After 45 minutes from the moment of mixing, the crystalline enamel starts to harden. It is recommended to dry at a temperature of 20-35 degrees. Full drying time 48 hours.
