Epoxy resin works that mimic the effect of sea waves are becoming more and more popular. These are effects that are made with bluish pigments and simulate the waves of the sea.
You can find them in different types of applications, but above all they stand out in home decorative works such as paintings, wooden boards, coasters... The finishes of these effects are very realistic, and are not lacking in the decorative elements of the most sea lovers. Their bluish tones transmit peace and tranquility, in addition to the originality of always being unique handmade pieces.
Next, we are going to see step by step how to achieve the wave effect with Resin, it is not a complex technique, but you must follow all the instructions indicated to get a good result. Let's go there!
All the products listed in the article can be found in the online store of Nazzathe Eurotex division specialized in the manufacture of all types of resins for professional and industrial use: epoxy resins, solvents, polyester resins, fiberglass, polyurethane resins, etc.
What materials do you need?
Before starting, it is necessary to check that we have all the necessary materials to achieve the desired effect:
- Epoxy Resin para estratificados y reparacionesis an ultra-transparent resin ideal for this type of application.
- Scale o Measuring Mixing Cup You will be able to weigh and measure the exact amount of hardener you need for your resin to avoid possible failures.
- Use the Stirring Rods to mix the resin correctly in a clean and comfortable way.
- Plastic cups
- Pigments for Epoxy Resin, 100% solids.You will need them to color your resin. The colors you will need to use are blue and white.
- Hot Air Gun or Dryer
- Surface on which the application is going to be made, in this case there are many options, as many as your imagination will let you reach. You can use a wooden board, cutting board, coconut ....
Follow these steps to achieve the Wave Effect:
- Choose the surface on which to make the crafts. It must be horizontal in order to be able to pour the resin. We recommend that you protect the area where you will place it, since it is most likely that the excess resin will fall from the chosen surface.
- If you wish, you can place some ornaments, sand, shells... This will give a personal touch to your work, for example, the memory of a trip to a special beach or that place where you have always spent your summers.
- If you finally decide to add ornaments, you will first have to fix the ornaments with adhesive or epoxy resin.
- Prepare several resin mixtures of different shades of blue pigments and a white one with the Epoxy Resin. The different shades of blue can be achieved by mixing the blue color with white, experiment with the colors until you reach the exact shades of ocean you are looking for.
- Start pouring the blue resins creating a gradient (the lighter shades should be near the edge).
- Once the blue colors have been applied and the resin is still within the pot life, pour a white line of resin on the edge.
- If you want, you can incorporate a thin line of transparent resin between the blue and white colors. This way, by creating the foam effect, it will look more realistic.
- Use the air gun or blow dryer to create the foam, and observe how the wave effect is created.
- Let it dry and if you wish, you can create a new layer to achieve a three-dimensional effect.
Don't forget to wait the recommended drying time for the Resin you are going to use!
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Hi, can you tell me what kind of pigment and technique I should use to create the waves with transparent polyester resin? I have tried with alcohol ink and it doesn't come out well.
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Hi Maria :),
There are several types of pigments you can use for the wave effect, such as can be:
-The solid pigment bank to make the foam of the waves: https://www.nazza.es/resinas/166-pigmentos-resina-epoxi.html#/50-formato-500_ml/651-pigmentos_epoxi_100_solidos-blanco. The white solid pigment is the most used to make the waves.
The blue solid pigment to make the sea: https://www.nazza.es/resinas/166-pigmentos-resina-epoxi.html#/50-formato-500_ml/653-pigmentos_epoxi_100_solidos-azul_153
-Many people use a semi-transparent pigment mixture to get that color: https://www.nazza.es/pigmentos/455-tinte-resina-epoxi-semitransparente.html .
-Other people use mica powders to give it shine: https://www.nazza.es/resinas-epoxicas/395-pigmento-metalico-invidual-25g.html#/505-color_pigmento-metallic_sea_blue
To learn how to make the wave effect, we have a tutorial on Youtube that you can view: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLMFDQnVh4s
If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to write or call us.
Have a nice day.
Hi, can you tell me what kind of pigment and technique I should use to create the waves with transparent polyester resin? I have tried with alcohol ink and it doesn't come out well.
Thanks
Hello :),
You can create the ocean effect using layered epoxy resin along with 100% solids white epoxy pigment for the foam and semi-transparent dyes of two different shades of blue for the ocean depth.
If you have any other questions, please feel free to write or call us.
Have a nice day.