How to remove resin from hands and surfaces
Epoxy resin can be extremely sticky and difficult to remove from tools, surfaces and skin. Even the most careful of crafters can have accidental spills and accidents.
Are you wondering how to remove epoxy resin from hands and surfaces? Don’t panic just yet!
This blog looks at how to remove both cured and uncured epoxy.
Alumilite Amazing Eco-Friendly Resin Remover
Great for removing uncured resin from skin and surfaces.
Eco-friendly – The Alumilite Amazing Resin Remover is an eco-friendly cleaner.
Safe for skin – Safe and gentle on skin.
Versatile – Removes uncured resin buildup on wood, craft tables, glass, silicone molds.
Quick and Easy – Apply a few drops of the Alumilite Resin Remover to the uncured resin area, gently rub to remove stickiness, wipe with a cloth, and rinse with soapy water.
BUT – Does NOT work on cured resin. Only uncured.
Isopropyl / Alcohol Sprays
Isopropyl alcohol sprays are great for removing uncured resin. Using a little on your moulds, equipment or surfaces can be a great quick way of dealing with sticky resin mess.
It can be a little tough on skin to always make sure you thoroughly wash your hands after use or wear gloves when using.
Read more ways that isopropyl can be used in resin crafting.
Vinegar
Don’t have alcohol or epoxy cleaner to hand? Vinegar may be something you have in your kitchen cupboard. Pour a good amount on to your spilled uncured resin surface or skin and wipe with kitchen roll.
How to remove cured resin
Epoxy resin is designed to be extremely durable and will adhere to most surfaces and materials. As a result, it is very difficult to remove cured resin from surfaces.
There’s a few things that can sometimes help though.
Heat – Using a heat gun to gently heat the cured resin can sometimes soften it enough that it can be scraped off.
Blunt knife – Always use knives with caution. Even blunt knives can damage surfaces.
Sanding – Depending on the surface, you can lightly sand cured resin then buff or polish back.
