I took some photos of my resin-casting process. I use Easycast resin with latex moulds. Each mould can take up to a week to make, as I paint on the latex in thin layers and each layer can take between 8 – 12 hours to dry thoroughly.
The resin is a two-part polyurethane ( methylene bis(phenylisocyante) and polyol blend )
It is clear when the two parts are first mixed together, but dries opaque and white. This makes it perfect for casts of Eskimo and Milk Bottle lollies.
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This batch didn’t cure quite right so I am going to make another batch this weekend. I am also keen to try silicon moulds to see if I get a better result. Even though silicon is more expensive, it will last a lot longer. Stay tuned!