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The first step to success with any epoxy project is correctly selecting resin and hardener to suit your project, processes, and working temperature. Entropy Resins offers several biobased epoxy systems designed for laminating, coating, clear coating, and hot coating; casting and clear casting; and compression molding. These epoxy resins are matched with hardeners that control cure speed. The following guide will help you choose the best resin and hardener combination for your epoxy project. LAMINATING & COATING SUPER SAP CLR, BRT, ONE For laminating and coating, choose CLR Clear Laminating Resin, BRT Optically Brightened Laminating Resin, or ONE High-Biobased Laminating...

Working with epoxy can be fun, satisfying, and safe as long as you follow a few precautions. This article will cover several common shop hazards of working with Entropy Resins epoxy products. Use these common-sense practices to ensure your safety, productivity, and enjoyment in the unique and wonderful things you can create with Entropy Resins. It begins by following the directions and heeding the warnings on Entropy product labels. Entropy Safety Data Sheets English and Safety Data Sheets French are a great resource for detailed epoxy safety information. Epoxy Safety Topics Why you must avoid overexposure Proper epoxy storage Preventing...

    Careful measuring and thorough mixing of epoxy resin and hardener are essential for the epoxy to cure properly. Whether you’re applying the epoxy mixture to wet out fibreglass, as a coating, or a casting, the following steps will ensure a controlled and thorough chemical transition to a high-strength epoxy solid. Step 1: Gather your equipment Eye protection Disposable latex or reusable rubber gloves Clean mixing cups (If you’re using recycled materials, avoid anything that held fats/oils, like butter or margarine containers) Clean mixing sticks Small kitchen-style digital scale (0.01 ounce) or disposable graduated cylinders (measuring cup) Ensure you...

WET WET LAYUP METHODS When applying fiberglass or carbon fiber with laminating resins via wet layup, several techniques can be used depending upon the weight of your fabric. We’ll describe best practices for applying fiberglass and carbon fiber based on your fabric weight. LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS Lightweight (4 – 6 oz.) fiberglass cloth, popular in surfboard laminations, is easy to wet out from the top. It will become transparent when fully wet out with Entropy Resins epoxy. Prepare the surface as you would for bonding. Position the cloth over the surface and cut it several inches larger on all sides and...

    Surfboard glassing tutorial with Christopher Clark from Shaper Studios. Using Entropy Resins Super Sap epoxy resin and Marko recycled EPS blank. PHASE ONE: APPLYING A THIN COATING OF EPOXY Clear coating or seal coating with epoxy involves applying a thin, even coat over a properly prepared substrate and then re-coating when the previous coat becomes tacky. Prepare the surface for clear coating or seal coating as described in Basic Instructions. Mix the desired amount of epoxy using the appropriate dispensing, measuring, and mixing in Basic Instructions. Load a thin foam roller or stiff bristle brush with a moderate amount...