How to make resin coasters for beginners

How to make resin coasters for beginners?

Where to buy the resin You can order resin from any craft store or online. Just make sure the resin is food-safe. You can also find it at some office supply stores. It is usually in a large tub. The color and consistency of the resin will depend on the company that produces it.

How to make resin coasters at home?

Fortunately, making resin coaster at home is really easy. All you need is a few ingredients and a mold. You can purchase a pre-molded resin coaster mold from any craft store or online. Once you have the mold, you will need to fill it with sand or silica gel. You can buy silica gel at any hardware store or drug store. Add your sand or silica gel to the mold, and then add your melted resin. When the mixture is cool and hardened,

How to make resin coasters at home without sand?

While making resin coasters is easier with sand, it can be challenging for beginners to learn how to make them without sand. Fortunately, for those who are interested in trying this, resin coasters without sand are an option. The key to making resin coasters without sand is to add the right amount of catalyst to the resin. When the catalyst is added to the right amount, the resin will harden quickly and the sand will sink to the bottom.

How to make resin coasters step by step?

There are two ways to make resin coasters. One is using a mold, and the other is using molds without a mold. The former is a more expensive option because you need to buy the special kits to make the molds. The latter is a way for do-it-yourselfers to make resin coasters.

How to make resin coasters without sanding?

If you want to make resin coasters without sanding, you need to use a high-speed sanding machine or a drum sander. A drum sander is the best way to do it because it has a rotating drum and sanding tools. The sanding tools are circular and are fixed onto the drum. You can sand the surface of the resin using the drum sander to create a smooth, glossy surface. Check out this video to see how you can make resin coasters without sand