Are wood and resin rings durable?
The answer is a resounding yes. Taking good care of your ring doesn’t require any more effort than taking care of a regular metal ring.
Is wooden jewelry waterproof?
The short answer is yes, wooden rings can get wet, but you need to do a couple things to minimize the exposure. First, you can use a very water resistant finish. Either CA glue or two part epoxy will add a really tough protective layer that resists water.
Are wood rings comfortable?
Wooden accents are biocompatible thus they do not cause any form of irritation to the skin. Therefore, apart from avoiding allergies, they are gentle and comfortable to wear. A ring with a natural wood interior is the best choice for anyone with a metal allergy.
Does resin jewelry turn yellow?
Exposure to UV light is the most common reason for epoxy resin turning yellow. When UV light hits the cured epoxy resin, whether directly or indirectly, the natural process of degrading the polymers within is sped up.
What brand of resin does not yellow?
ArtResin Epoxy Resin is specifically designed for all your creative projects. Made for artists by artists, this formula is engineered to offer unparalleled yellowing protection.
How do I stop my resin going yellow?
A product that contains both a UV stabilizer and HALS will yield the best results against ambering and the other results of UV exposure. Apart from that, making sure that your epoxy supplies have little to no exposure to moisture, heat, or air will also help in preventing discoloration of the cured product.
What is a bentwood ring?
Bentwood Rings are made by vacuum impregnating the wood in an adhesive and bending it in a circle to achieve an extremely durable and waterproof construction. They are offered in many colors and layering combinations, which we can endlessly customize.
Which is better resin or epoxy?
Compared to casting resin, epoxy coating resin has relatively shorter processing times. Because the ink layers do not mix, they can be better controlled. Epoxy coating is more resistant to mechanical influence as compared to casting resin. Epoxy coating is suitable on rougher surfaces and is water-resistant.
How long before resin turns yellow?
A resined piece that is placed outside will generally reach its dark brown-yellow color within 24 hours. Artwork that is kept indoors will begin to discolor generally within 6 months to a year if it was coated in a resin product that contained only a UV stabilizer.