How To Fix Pits In Resin
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Published 2017-12-05
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I created this video to show how I fix pits in resin. I have noticed that many people seem to have the same problem. This is the method I use. I am sure there are other ways to go about fixing this problem. I also cover how to finish off the back of your artwork, how to store your artwork and how to hang it. I hope this helps. I am happy to answer any questions. If you have any further suggestions feel free to add them in the comments.
Some tips for layering resin and acrylic paint:
Layering acrylic paint then resin: I recommend wiping the acrylic paint surface (carefully with small amount of isopropyl alcohol- do not rub the acrylic paint as it will come off. Or just with a dry cloth.) and spraying with UV varnish before a resin layer is applied. I also recommend the same preparation of the surface of resin before applying an acrylic paint layer- of hand work or an acrylic paint pour.
Layering resin: I recommend always cleaning resin surface with isopropyl alcohol, sanding layers of resin, and using UV Varnish before new layers of resin are applied.
Safety: Work in a well ventilated room. Always use a mask and glasses when working with resin- mixing, pouring or sanding. Make sure you sand resin outside. Do not put the flame of the butane torch too close to resin- use a low flame. Have a fire extinguisher and fire alarm close at hand.
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All Comments (21)
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One quick tip from 2+ decades working with Epoxy Finishes; NEVER use paper towels or cloth rags - they'll leave dust/lint particles. Use a good quality coffee filter instead. They're lint-free.
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Nice art work! A little extra tip for all of you epoxy craftspeople: Epoxy resins need to be washed with hot dish soap(plain) and water with a scotch brite pad(white) to remove amine blush before sanding between coats to ensure a good bond. Even non blushing epoxies can blush in the right (wrong) conditions, (rising humidity and lowering temps during curing?). Amines are water soluble and won't be removed with alcohol but always a good idea but make sure the alcohol dries well, I have ended up with a project full of fish eyes when wiping with alcohol and pouring just a few minutes later. Acetone works well and dries quickly (smell the surface to make sure its all evaporated. I had never had a problem with blush for years, until I did and often you can't see the blush. Think of trying to paint over wax. Sanding helps but can also just rub the blush into the surface and contaminate it further. It can cause bonding problems and weird cloudy areas and who knows what else. Just do a quick search for more info. Cheers!
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I could watch you for hours!!! Your work is just incredible. One day I hope my pieces turnout as beautiful as yours.
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We Love to watch you work and hear you talk while you master you resin art THANK U FOR SHARING YOUR ART ITS SO VERY GEORGOUS LIKE NONE WE HAVE EVER SEEN !!!!!!!
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Thanks so much for this video. Making a large resin painting that ended up having pits and had no idea what I was gonna do. Thanks so much for all the tips, especially the bubble wrap..didn't think about that at all!! So glad I found this video.
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Thank you so much Cathy!! I have just resined my first pieces and most have this problem! Also it’s so nice being able to get advice from Australian artists. It makes getting the right products so much easier!! Love your work.
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Thank you for sharing, they look great! You've answered all my questions...there's so many resin videos on YouTube - but not many of them show you how to finish a piece..thank you x
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Great video Cathy. Thank you for sharing. I wish I lived closer to you, so that I could come to you for private lessons (if you do them). You are a wonderful artist, and a great teacher, and very generous to share your knowledge and techniques.
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Lovely to watch relaxing even though your talking about the problems and issues we all have faced! The bubble wrap tip !! Soo valuable! Thank you for your calm approach. Beautiful pieces of art 👍🤗
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This is old but I was looking up how to fix my pit holes in my resin and this was perfect...ty!
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Thank you for making this video. I have a problem with Pitts on one of mine and didn't know how to fit it, till now 🙂
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Thank you for this! I’ve never gotten pits before today, so glad I found your vid! Beautiful work!
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Beautiful... your video came just in time... I Resin a layer over a pour on canvas... pitted lots and I did clean the canvas with Dawn dishwashing liquid n rinse n wiped dry before resin. Thanks for the second layer tutorial. 👏🏻
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Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing your tips. So informative. Your techniques are very eye catching.
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You're work is gorgeous!
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Thank you so much! I also like that you used nylon rope instead of scratchy metal wire! Following in your footsteps😁
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THANK YOU A THOUSAND TIMES FOR THE MOST INFORMATIVE VIDEO EVER!! Just what I needed!!! Perfect!!!🙏🏼🙏🏼
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Left over silicon that hasn't been cleaned can also leave the pits. I generally just pour another layer of resin. I don't do any of the prep you do. I've never had any issues. Thank you for the tips.
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Hi Cathy, thank you for showing us your video as I haad the same problem. Followed you comments and after my beautiful painting pitted the first time then tried again and still not happy. Probably wont use the product again to finish my work. J
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Hi Cathy, I just tried your method and it saved the table I was creating . I was ready to jus live with it, but I found your video. Thank you!
