✨ Perfect Epoxy Resin Top with Artline: Tips and Tricks
The finishing layer is the moment of truth for any epoxy resin project. It determines whether your work will look premium or "almost there."
Dust, waves, bubbles, and cloudiness are not accidents — they are the result of mistakes in preparation, resin choice, or working conditions.
In this article, we will explain how to achieve a smooth, clear, and mirror-like top layer, what to pay attention to, and which Artline products can help you achieve a professional result.
🛠 Surface Preparation — 50% of Success
Before pouring, make sure the work surface is:
- Level — even a slight tilt will result in uneven thickness;
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Protected with a silicone mat or film — this makes cleanup easier and reduces the risk of contamination.
🌡 Environmental Control: Dust, Temperature & Humidity
Dust is the top layer’s worst enemy. To prevent it:
- Do a wet cleaning a few hours before pouring;
- Slightly humidify the air 10–15 minutes before pouring — this allows particles to settle instead of landing in the resin.
It’s also important to monitor temperature and humidity: too low temperature or too high humidity can cause resin cloudiness and improper curing. Even the highest-quality resin cannot fix poor working conditions.
🎨 How It Looks in Real Projects
The true properties of resin show not in theory, but in practice. Our artists regularly use Artline products in their everyday creations, demonstrating stable and clear finishing layers.
- At Bura Wera (@eterna.kwiat), you can see neat, thin tops with crystal-clear, smooth surfaces. Her work shows how the right resin viscosity helps avoid waves and defects.
- Sandra Ivanov (@wildheartresinart) follows a similar approach: her pieces focus on smooth finishes and gradual color transitions, where stable resin viscosity ensures perfect results.
📹 Below are videos from these artists showing the pouring process and final effect in real working conditions.
💧 Choosing the Right Resin for the Top Layer
The right resin is key to a perfect top.
- For small finishing pours;
- Crystal-clear and minimal bubbles;
- Low viscosity helps air escape; UV protection preserves clarity.
- Medium- and high-viscosity resins forming a dome as they cure;
- Controls flow on large surfaces;
- Ensures a smooth, stable finish.
The choice depends on your project, but all Artline resins deliver predictable results.
🛡 Protecting the Top After Pouring
After pouring, it’s recommended to cover the piece with a plastic container or dome. This simple step protects the top from dust and maintains a perfect surface.
💡 IMPORTANT: Do not restrict airflow to avoid overheating the resin or forming an amine blush.
✅ Conclusion
A perfect finishing layer is not luck, but the result of:
- A level, prepared surface;
- The right resin;
- Controlled temperature, humidity, and dust;
- Careful pouring and post-pour protection.
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