Environmental Technology EnviroTex Lite Pour-On High Gloss Finish [8 oz Kit] Crystal Clear Epoxy Coating for Tabletops / Countertops, Waterproof, Heat & Alcohol Resistant (4 oz Resin + 4 oz Hardener)

Used this to lay down some water effects on dioramas, pouring it to mimic a icy river, and smoothing it on to portray a rainy wet street. In both applications, the product excels. A couple of recommendations. First, be vigilant to disperse any bubbles that arrive late to the party. In a diorama application, there are nooks and crannies that might be slow to release any trapped air. I used a straw to direct my breath to areas that needed dispersing, but using care not to blow faux snow or rubble onto the wet material. Second, heed the warnings concerning vapor inhalation. I cannot over emphasis this. In working on a diorama or any other small craft, there is a tendency to hover over the project, with one's face close to the action. In doing this, I noticed a central nervous system buzz (not a head rush), which kind of concerned me. Besides working in an open garage, next time I will add a fan to move the odors that rise from the project.For modelers, there are a good handful of products to portray water effects. With this product, where diligence, safety, and exactness is required, the end result is something that I think you will like: A crystal clear, and super hard finish.

I felt the directions were more complicated than in actual use. I had measured, poured, used another container - then just added it all together in the end. I wanted a thick layer to cover some beautiful fall leaves I had dried, and then spray-glued onto an old metal tray I painted. While it was drying (here comes the tip) I would check on it and with an old clean toothbrush, I would very gently push or pop the tiny bubbles that appeared. I did try to do as the directions said, using my breath, but the brush really worked so much better while it was still liquid. No bubbles at all when it dried and I like the way this little tray turned out. The amount in the kit was perfect to cover the thickness of the leaves. Very pleased!

I give this a five star rating has it made the blue paint pop and the stars glitter still sparkled very easy to usOnly draw back is there is not a larger size

I like the glossy finish that enhances all of the colors on the rock. The instructions are easy to read but beware, you have to follow them exactly. I wish the company could develop a stand of some sort to let the rocks cure. I made a bed of nails through styrofoam, however sometimes it sticks to the resin and pulls of small amounts of paint. I let it cure and sand the rough edge then apply basecoat paint, dry, and dab of resin on a gloved finger and let that part cure again. Not ideal, but doable. Other people have put videos on You tube how they work around it. Also be sure to do outside or a room that gets good ventilation. I wear a mask that protects inhalation well. Happy rock painting!

This is a great solution to protecting surfaces. I used it on the Arcade1Up control panels because of the known defect where the art rubs off. Made a shiny smooth surface except for a little bit of a ripple and left-over bubble pock marks, but that's my fault. I've never done this before and to have such a great surface as a first-time-go I have no qualms recommending this. The epoxy dries semi-ridged. I was able to peal some of the dried epoxy from the back of the board (where it spilled over a bit) and it peeled like sun-burnt skin. It had decent adhesive action. On the arcade control panel's back vinyl-like surface it held well but peeled when pulled on, which was good for my situation... I wanted the top coated and the rest un-done.

A little goes a long way. I mixed about a shot glass size amount for five 4x4 picture tiles and had enough left to do about ten more. This was my first epoxy project and it turned out really good. In hindsight I wish I had the popcicle sticks that would be ideal to spread it as that was my biggest challenge and also I would afix the pictures to the tile better (I used glue stick and real glue soread super thin would work better). It would be an unusual gift so I only gave 2 stars for that category but it’s a great project, more for making gifts to give than for gifting itself.

Purchased this product to seal a mosaic side table I’d done to make it durable enough to stay outside- the 8oz kit was JUST ENOUGH with no extra to do this small table with 1/8” thickness of resin. Go by the square footage in the description- the 8oz is supposed to be for 2’-3’ square and that’s approximately how big my table is. Instructions easy to follow, BUT make sure you have the proper containers for mixing and some popsicle sticks or paint stirrers for the mixing process. Additionally I recommend using gloves, and doing your project outdoors for ventilation. Great product and exactly what I needed to finish my table!

Only giving it 3 stars bc it does produce a beautiful shiny product but in the meantime it will practically kill you! The odor was unbearable! I wore a respirator, had windows open and fans going to push the air out of the room. I DO NOT recommend this product if you are sensitive to fumes or are working indoors in any form or fashion! USE outdoors only IMO. Made me feel VERY ill even with all the proper PPE.