5 EPOXY Tips I Wish I Knew As A Beginner!

MY TOP 5 EPOXY Tips I wish I knew when I was a beginner! With all of the Epoxy projects we have done in the last year, i get a ton of emails and DM's about people wanting to try it themselves. So here i have compiled my top 5 topics for EPOXY beginners, and all the tips I have learned along the way!

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[ianthomas]

As someone who works in the epoxy industry I would say some things that are super important are: The resin / hardener ratios are as close as can be. I never ever measure with volume. Always measure by weight. Also when mixing be sure to get the sides and corners of the vessel scraped down. It is always best to mix with a slower folding method when time allows as it introduces less bubbles and provides a better mix. If possible i pour out of the mixing vessel through a filter which surprisingly can help eliminate bubbles as well. There are a million nuances that can be learned, but these are some things I've learned over the last 15 or so years doing this stuff that i didn't hear on here. You guys do great work and i really enjoy the content.

[ScottSpeedPro]

There's no way to definitively gauge how many times you just saved future me from completely screwing up multiple slabs and attempts at epoxying, but let's just play it conservative and say 43. Awesome, info packed, BS free video, love your humor and your presentation was amazing, this was exactly what I needed. Thanks for taking the time do this, hugely appreciated!!

[jenniferseiber]

The layout of tools in the back is so soothing!!!

[ryanumland]

Working on a coffee table at home between college trimesters and thinking of doing some epoxy detail on the top. This video was super helpful on thinking on how I want to do it. Thank you!

[jamievicaro]

2 years of my life have gone by without me finding this video. Dude - you are hysterical. Even though I dnt do a fraction of the things you do (I do small crafts & searched for a video about epoxy & this came up) I continued to watch bc it was purely entertainment on top of extreme intelligence. Amazing stuff man. Smart as a whip. And the entertainment was the icing on the cake. Def had me hit the subscribe button. (And you're easy on the eyes 👀 - lucky wife LOL) ZERO DISRESPECT. Can't wait for the next 1!

[davidburns]

The main thing I got from you was to realize how little I know ... that's a good thing, so thank you. I also love the fact that I recently told someone that I don't mind giving my "secrets" away. First, because there are no "secrets" in copper work and second, because I always get more back that I can put forth. Your video is a prime example. Again, thank you!!

[smalltownhick]

Actually going to be doing my first ever attempt doing a countertop, and this was a MASSIVE help. Thanks for all the solid info!

[TheWestyn]

Thanks for a video that really breaks down some of these questions! What's your process to rid bark and all the other crap you want to get rid of on the slab? Whats your product of choice for prepping the edges of the slab before a pour?

[charleshetrick]

Re dust extraction the Oneida Dust Deputy is an awesome addition to any system. I picked a couple smaller less expensive vacuums and hooked them up with an ABS Y pipe fitting so I get just a ridiculous velocity which is key for the Dust Deputy to separate material.

[kengunnell]

Great video. Have done a couple river tables and dozens of bowls with table top epoxy. To get a satin finish on top of a deep pour or table top finish I just sand at 320 grit then use a buffing compound then paste wax. Or I just use a buffing compound instead of the sanding depending on the degree of gloss. You gave GREAT detail!

[berkbuns]

I think you should mention the importance of wearing a respirator while working with any epoxy. Protect those lungs! Better safe than sorry.

[richardvanvoris]

Very helpful as I plan my first river table project. As long time boat builder I am familiar with epoxy as an adhesive and for use in various laminations but I have not used epoxy alone as a structural element.
One thing I would say is you are absolutely correct to use gloves and any other protective clothing working with epoxy. However Acetone is not the only thing that will remove epoxy from skin, alcohol works as well, in fact in my shop we use a Purell type of waterless, alcohol based hand cleaner. It does an excellent job removing epoxy and is much less toxic and gentler for your hands. Of course you have to use it before the epoxy has "kicked". Once cures there is only letting it harden and strip it, along with any hair in the area as well
You do excellent videos I have learned a lot from them and as soon as I finish repairs on the rowing shell taking up all the room in the shop, I have planned to build one of your assembly/layout tables, I got the plans a month ago and I am looking forward to the project.

[JamesWilliams-vrqb]

Thank for taking the time to share your knowledge and tips. I've been doing commercial counters for a few years for my own small stores and it's always just been trial and error. Your video will be very helpful in aiding me to greatly improve my pours. I'm a general contractor, home builder and have a lot of wooden boat building experience but love doing larger epoxy projects and look forward to doing a large rive table in the near future. Thank you for saving me from myself. You're the best.

[syncacct]

I have a wooden boat and have worked with epoxy in that context. If you do anything that gets exposure to UV radiation, you need a clear coat with good UV protection over the epoxy, as epoxy typically has none. UV protection is one of the costly components in a varnish, so you get what you pay for. Two part varnishes are usually pretty good over epoxy at least in marine applications. Also, for a good mechanical bond between wood and epoxy, you really want to have a pretty rough surface, like 40 grit hand sanded along the grain and thin out a primary coat quite a bit that so that it enters the wood for a good mechanical and chemical bond.

[GuzWorks]

Ive been wanting to get into epoxy and I'm glad I remember this video. Good thing is I used to be an auto detailer so I'm great at the sanding, buffing and polishing process!

[JohnDoe-rmrj]

Looked for every video out there on epoxy. Found yours after i bought an overpriced kit with scan code instructions. On the box i burned. And it continued to go sideways from there. DO NOT rush into this and plan properly. You sir have a quality channel. Good Work.

[ollie]

1st timer. When he said “ the point of this segment is to READ THE LABEL” I subscribed. lmao I like this guy. Wed be friends

[lasermanofphysics]

@6:54 if you rotate the screw counter clockwise(CCW) while putting them(starting them) in, thereby capturing the original hole threads, the holes will last much longer. By doing this you will notice the screw "seats" in the original threads. If you brute force the screw in clockwise(CW) then know this is the risk of cross threading the screw hole giving only two uses of the form. So CCW then CW to place the screw in the hole. Once started you can drive it to seat.

[jonnyshoestring]

It's a very popular thing at the moment and seeing some of the results I can understand why.
So, that was a terrific walkthrough, gives us all a better understanding of how to make a start.
👏👏👏👏

[joshtaton]

One of best videos you’ve ever done, as well as one of best videos period done on subject if not the best. Thanks again for your content man. Enjoy watching your channel. Very relatable and easy to watch and entertaining without being over the top. Keep it up please sir