ICE EPOXY is an innovative family of products designed to meet the needs of both professionals and DIYers alike. With their cutting-edge technology, these products offer the perfect solution to a variety of projects. From filling cracks in wood to building one-of-a-kind art, river tables, jewelry, and more.
The Different types of ICE EPOXY products:
ICE Cast – a deep pour epoxy that is ideal for creating 3-dimensional projects like river tables, molds, and art pieces. This epoxy is a two-part 2:1 ratio and is UV-resistant, making it perfect for projects that will be exposed to sunlight. It has a crystal clear finish and is safe to pour up to 5 inches at once, with no bubbles or haziness. With the highest level of UV Inhibitors on the market, ICE Cast is resistant to yellowing and fading. It has virtually no odour, making it safe for use indoors.
ICE Thin – a surface epoxy that is great for shallow pours in woodworking projects, filling cracks, making jewelry, vessels, and more. It provides a strong and durable finish that is crystal clear and will resist scratches. This epoxy has an easy 1:1 ratio for mixing, meaning there is no chance of error. It cures in 16-24 hours and the full cure is in 3-5 days, making it a great choice for those looking to finish their projects quickly. ICE Thin is a great option for those who want to achieve crystal clear and scratch-resistant epoxy finishes on their projects.
Rapid Seal Epoxy is a fast-drying epoxy that seals any type of wood, penetrating deeply into the fibers. Its hardening is accelerated by heat, making it perfect for use in sealing planks used for live-edge wood slabs, epoxy river tables, and crack filling. It is easy to use and adheres strongly, making it a top choice for woodworking professionals. Best of all, Rapid Seal Epoxy is made in Canada for superior quality and results. With Rapid Seal Epoxy, you can seal wood quickly with confidence!
ICE Board – from the ICE Epoxy family – is an ideal two-component epoxy casting system for projects up to 2 inches thick. It has a low VOC content and is UV resistant, making it safe for users and the environment. It has good fluidity, natural defoaming properties, strong adhesion, and anti-yellowing characteristics. The product is 100% solids and cures in 24 hours with a swirl window of 1-2 hours. It provides a crystal clear, high gloss appearance with excellent air release qualities and resistance to bacteria, moisture, and distortion with age. Perfect for charcuterie boards, projects, and more.
Benefits of Using ICE EPOXY Products
Strength – all ICE EPOXY products are designed to be exceptionally strong and durable.
Variety of Uses – suitable for a wide range of projects, from small repairs to large-scale builds.
Easy Application – user-friendly formulas make it simple to apply ICE EPOXY products.
How to Get Started with ICE EPOXY
Choose the Right Product – decide which ICE EPOXY product is best for your particular project. ICE Cast is ideal for casting molds, while ICE Thin is great for woodworking and laminating. Rapid Seal Epoxy is perfect for sealing and filling small gaps, while ICE Board is an excellent choice for making cutting boards, countertops, and tabletops.
Prepare the Area – make sure the surface is clean and free of dust or debris. Depending on the project, you may need to sand or scrub the surface so the epoxy adheres properly.
Follow the Instructions – read the instructions carefully, and follow the directions for safe and effective application.
In conclusion, the Canadian-made, ICE Epoxy family of products offers an excellent variety of choices for all types of projects. Whether you need a deep pour epoxy, a surface epoxy, or one that seals wood quickly, ICE Epoxy has it all. It's easy to use and provides exceptional strength and durability. With these products, you can create beautiful projects with confidence!
Resources: Where to Buy ICE EPOXY Products
D's Epoxy Creates is the most comprehensive source for all of your ICE EPOXY needs. In addition to offering a wide range of products from the ICE EPOXY family like ICE Cast, ICE Thin, Rapid Seal Epoxy, and ICE Board, D's Epoxy Creates provides custom-made epoxy tool kits, colours, and moulds for any project. Purchase online or visit D's brick-and-mortar location at 2014 17 Avenue, Didsbury, AB.
FAQs
Q: What is the difference between ICE Cast and ICE Thin?
A: ICE Cast is a 2:1 deep pour epoxy that sets up in 72 hours and is designed for casting molds and embedding objects, while ICE Thin is a versatile 1:1 surface epoxy that cures in 24 hours and can be used on woodworking projects, jewelry, tables, etc.
Q: What type of surfaces does Rapid Seal Epoxy work best on?
A: Rapid Seal Epoxy is best used on porous surfaces like wood, concrete, and stone. It can also be used to fill small gaps in these materials.
Q: Do any of the ICE EPOXY products contain VOCs?
A: No, all of the ICE EPOXY products are low VOC content for the user and environmental safety.
Q: How long does it take for the products to cure?
A: ICE Cast - cures in 72-96 hours.
ICE THIN - Full Cure time is 3-5 days but it is hard in as little as 16-24 hrs
RAPID SEAL EPOXY - cures in 5 minutes (with heat) to 1 hour (using no heat).
ICE BOARD - cures in 24 hours.
Final Thoughts
After many projects, I can confidently recommend ICE EPOXY as my go-to epoxy every time. Not only does this family of products offer a variety of options to meet whatever your creative needs may be, but their user-friendly formulas make it easy for anyone from experienced craftsmen and woodworkers to DIYers to start out with these fine precision materials! With high-performance properties giving you incredible strength without sacrificing clarity or durability - no project will ever be doomed when working with the power that is ICE EPOXY!