What You Need to Start Resin Art in India: Full Kit List
October 20264 min read
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Walk into any resin art group and the first question is always the same: "What do I actually need to buy?" This checklist splits everything into three groups — the must-haves for your first pour, the safety gear you shouldn't skip, and the nice-to-haves you can add later. Everything here is easy to find in India, online or at a local art supply shop.
The must-haves (your first pour)
| Item | Why you need it |
|---|---|
| Epoxy resin and hardener kit | The two parts that react and harden. Pick 2:1 for coating and small moulds, 3:1 for deep pours. |
| Digital scale | Fusion kits are mixed by weight. A kitchen scale that reads in 1 g steps is enough to start. |
| Mixing cups | Plastic or silicone cups with flat bottoms. Keep at least two per pour. |
| Stir sticks | Wooden ice-cream sticks or reusable silicone stirrers. |
| Silicone moulds | Start with coasters, keychains or a small tray mould. |
| Heat gun or torch | Pops surface bubbles in seconds after you pour. |
| Table cover | Plastic sheet or a silicone mat — cured resin won't come off wood or fabric. |
Which resin kit to start with
- Coasters, keychains, trays, frames, MDF art, jewellery → Vitro 2:1 Clear Epoxy Resin Kit
- Flower preservation, thick blocks, deep moulds → Flex 3:1 Deep Pour Epoxy Resin Kit
- Not sure yet? → the Starter Bundle has both
Each Fusion kit contains Part A (resin) and Part B (hardener). Tools like cups, sticks and moulds are bought separately, so you can choose the sizes that suit your projects.
Safety gear (don't skip this)
- Nitrile gloves — keep resin off your skin. Latex gloves can let resin through.
- Mask or respirator — especially in small or closed rooms, and when sanding cured resin.
- Safety glasses — for mixing and sanding.
- Good ventilation — open a window or work near an exhaust fan pointed away from your piece.
- Paper towels and isopropyl alcohol — for cleaning tools before the resin sets.
📌 Good to know: Keep resin away from children, pets and food areas, and never use kitchen bowls or spoons for mixing.
Nice-to-haves (add later)
For colour and effects
- Mica powder — shimmer and metallic colours
- Alcohol inks — see-through colours and cell effects
- Resin pigment pastes — solid, opaque colours
- Glitter, gold flakes and foil
For inclusions
- Dried or pressed flowers (completely dry — moisture causes clouding)
- Silica gel for drying your own flowers
- Small shells, stones, beads and charms
For finishing
- Sandpaper in a few grits for sharp edges
- Keyring hardware, clock kits, felt pads, tray handles
- A large box or plastic tub to cover pieces while they cure
- A spirit level to check your surface
A simple starter shopping list
- Resin kit (or the Starter Bundle)
- Digital scale
- A pack of mixing cups and stir sticks
- One coaster mould and one keychain mould
- Heat gun or torch
- Nitrile gloves and a mask
- One or two colours of mica powder
That's all you need for your first weekend of projects. When you're ready, follow our step-by-step first project guide.
Get the most important item right first.
Crystal-clear, bubble-free resin made for Indian weather — with free delivery on orders above ₹999.
FAQs
Can I use measuring cups instead of a scale?
Fusion kits are designed to be mixed by weight. Resin and hardener weigh slightly different amounts per millilitre, so measuring by volume can upset the ratio. A basic digital scale is the safest choice.
Do I need a heat gun, or is a hair dryer okay?
A hair dryer blows air and dust onto the resin and isn't hot enough to pop bubbles well. A heat gun or a small kitchen torch works much better.
Can I reuse mixing cups?
Silicone cups can be reused — let the leftover resin cure, then peel it out. Thin plastic cups are usually single-use.