What size notched squeegee for epoxy floor?

This 36″ serrated squeegee is best used with a 100% solids epoxy. For strong and experienced users, this can make even large jobs smooth and seamless within the pot life of the epoxy. The wide area and extra-long length can wrestle more epoxy into place faster than ever before.

What is straight epoxy?

Straight epoxy paint will feature a mixture of acrylic paint and epoxy of the one-part variety. Variations in colouring can be achieved through the application of acrylic epoxy paint, which dries in the same way as regular paint.

How do you clean up after epoxy?

Removing Epoxy Remove uncured or non-curing epoxy as you would spilled resin. Scrape as much material as you can from the surface using a stiff metal or plastic scraper. Warm the epoxy to lower its viscosity. Clean the residue with lacquer thinner, acetone, or alcohol.

Can I use paper cups to mix resin?

50 Graduated Paper Cups Perfect for mixing small batches resin, paint, stain, epoxy from 1 to 3 ounces. Cups are are wax coated. They are sturdy and smooth on the inside to help with complete mixing. They are flexible enough to make pouring easy.

How thick can I pour epoxy?

As long as you pour in 1/8″ layers, you can go as thick as you like. The reason we recommend this thickness is two-fold: first, it allows the bubbles to escape properly, and second, it avoids any excessive overheating of the resin. So for best results always pour in a 1/8″ layer, and you’re good to go!

What dissolves cured epoxy?

Gently rub the areas where epoxy needs to be removed with a clean, soft cloth dampened with an epoxy solvent, such as acetone. Keep the acetone in contact with the area to loosen the epoxy. Use enough acetone to soak into the surface a bit.

How do you remove tacky epoxy?

Scrape away any epoxy that is soft and sticky. Use a small paint scraper to remove most of it, and then use a small razor blade to cut off any small pieces that are left. Don’t push too hard with the paint scraper. Dents and scrapes in the bar top will be visible through the clear finish.

Why did my resin melt my cup?

You look over and see your epoxy resin smoking or maybe your mixing cup melted. When you mix Part A (resin) and Part B (hardener) together new chemical bonds begin to form causing an epoxy exothermic reaction. Energy is released in the form of heat as the mixture catalyzes.

Can I use plastic cups to mix epoxy resin?

? TIP: Use plastic containers to mix your epoxy resin. Epoxy resin doesn’t stick to plastic, which makes these mixing vessels easy to clean and re-usable. Wearing gloves, wipe out any excess resin from the sides and bottom of the mixing container with paper towel. The soiled paper towel can be thrown in the trash.