Epoxy Resin vs UV Resin: Which Resin Is Better for Your Project?

Epoxy resin and UV resin are both popular in resin art, but they are designed for different types of projects.

If you're wondering whether you should buy epoxy resin or UV resin, the answer depends on the size, depth and purpose of your project.

Epoxy resin vs UV resin at a glance

Step 1: What is epoxy resin?

Epoxy resin is a two-part system made by mixing resin and hardener.

Once Parts A and B are mixed in the correct ratio, a chemical reaction begins and the resin gradually cures.

Epoxy resin is commonly used for:

• Coasters
• Trays
• Clocks
• Nameplates
• Frames
• Jewellery
• Deep casting
• Flower preservation
• Varmala preservation

Fusion Resin offers Vitro 2:1 for coating and shallow projects.

For deeper casting, Flex 3:1 is designed for deep-pour applications.

Step 2: What is UV resin?

UV resin is a resin that cures when exposed to UV light.

This makes it convenient for small projects where you want a quick cure.

It's commonly used for:

• Small jewellery
• Tiny charms
• Small embellishments
• Miniature decorative pieces

Step 3: Which one is better for beginners?

It depends on what you want to make.

If you're making small jewellery or tiny decorations, UV resin can be convenient.

If you want to make coasters, trays, clocks, nameplates or larger resin artwork, epoxy resin is generally more suitable.

Step 4: Which is better for deep casting?

For deep casting, use a resin specifically formulated for deeper pours.

Fusion Flex 3:1 – 1.2kg is designed for casting applications such as:

• Flower preservation
• Varmala blocks
• Deep moulds
• Paperweights
• Large casting projects

Do not choose a coating resin simply because it looks clear. Pour depth is an important part of resin selection.

Step 5: Which one should you choose?

Choose epoxy resin if you want to make:

• Coasters
• Trays
• Wall clocks
• Nameplates
• Frames
• Jewellery
• Flower preservation
• Varmala preservation
• Deep blocks

Choose UV resin if you mainly want:

• Small charms
• Tiny jewellery
• Small decorative pieces
• Fast-curing miniature projects

Quick recommendation

For coasters and keychains: Vitro 2:1

For trays and clocks: Vitro 2:1

For flower preservation: Flex 3:1

For varmala preservation: Flex 3:1

For deep blocks: Flex 3:1

For tiny jewellery projects: UV resin can be convenient.

FAQs

Is epoxy resin better than UV resin?

Neither is universally better. They are designed for different applications.

Can UV resin be used for deep pours?

UV resin is generally better suited to small, thin applications rather than large deep casts.

Is epoxy resin good for jewellery?

Yes. Epoxy resin can be used to create jewellery, charms and decorative pieces.

Which resin should I use for flower preservation?

Choose a casting resin designed for deeper pours, such as Fusion Flex 3:1.

Which resin should I use for coasters?

Fusion Vitro 2:1 is designed for coating and shallow-pour applications such as coasters.