Hi-Build Artwork Resin

1. Hi-Build Artwork resin and hardener are mixed 1:1 by volume. Mixing ration must be accurately measured, otherwise the resin may not dry/set properly. Pour the two components into a suitable mixing container, hardener first then resin.
2. Only mix the amount needed, within the pot life ( processing time). Calculate the volume required or use Resin Calculator. Although this may be more tricky due to its high viscosity and estimating thickness.
3. Stir the measured quantity in the mixing container slowly and thoroughly for 3-4 minutes to ensure even consistency. Use a broad spatula and scrape the sides and bottom of the container as you stir. The mixture will heat up as it starts to react.
   If it’s too gloopy to measure properly simply pre-warm the containers (place in hot water to lower viscosity).
4. Working (pot life) is 15-20 min (at 23 °C), a second layer can be poured after 20 minutes, touch dry after 2-3 hours.
   At this stage the resin can be poured into separate cups and colour pigments, pastes or tints added. Adding inks/paints/mica powder/glitter to epoxy resin will change its properties and may reduce its non-toxicity.
5. Your substrate (canvas/board/mdf/glass) must be dust-free, degreased and level.
6. The product can then be dropped onto the surface to create domed 3D shapes, if its too gloopy to measure properly simply pre-warm the containers ( place in warm water to lower viscosity ).
7. Should a new mix be applied onto cured resin layer, the contact surface should always sanded to improve adhesion.
8. BUBBLES: Any bubbles created by hand mixing can be easily popped by using a sharp object or by passing warm air over the surface of the resin with a blowtorch or hot air dryer on slow speed settings. Do not hold closer than 30cm to your artwork otherwise you risk creating ripples and dimples in the resin finish. If you use alcohol inks DO NOT use a flame to remove the bubbles, as alcohol is flammable.
9. Protect the work from dust or other foreign objects by working in an environment that is as dust-free as possible. Cover the work when finished.

IMPORTANT HEALTH & SAFETY

Although these expoxy resins are formulated for safe use, it is important to be proactive in safety measures.

• Wear disposable nitrile gloves when working with resin. Protect your hands throughout the whole process of measuring, mixing and application.
• We recommend that you wear a breathing mask when using excessive heat as a technique to create visual effects. This is especially important if you are working with materials such as fine pigments, pastes, spraypaint, solvents or alcohol inks.
• Work in well ventilated room.
• Wear respirator if sanding the cured resin product.
• Avoid skin contact (if there is contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water).
• Do not eat, drink or smoke while working with resin and pigments.
• In case of eye contamination wash with plenty of water for 15 minutes and consult medical advice immediately.
• We advise the use of safety goggles.