Post by Shameka on Sept 3, 2020 22:21:25 GMT -5
I’m using the new Alumilite plus resin because the sturdiest/hardest tray I’ve ever made was with the regular casting resin. I tried this one because I want the non- yellowing aspect. But I can’t get it to harden fully, it’s bendy and not tacky. I’m trying to make trays but they’re too soft after days! I’ve tried leaving in hot garage, 80- 90 degrees in Memphis. I’ve tried putting in my home to cure, around 75 degrees and still bendy. I don’t make the trays too thick definitely no more than a quarter of an inch. Two last details that are important are that the best tray that I made was back in March when it was cooler in my garage and I used the excess resin to make large pendants, but they hardened! These pendants are about 2.5 x 3 inches and I’m making them in the hot summer heat, using the excess resin from the trays! So, why do they harden and the trays won’t? Also, I use graduated cups and I stir for 3 minutes until clear .
