Tips and Tricks to Clean up Resin Work Area and Tools

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  • Опубликовано: 20 окт 2024
  • This video shows how to clean-up resin utensils and work area after a day in the studio. I have been asked many times how I clean out the cups, stirrers and work surface I use to save waste and be able to reuse them. In this video I also show you some hint and tips that I use to make my life easier and to keep cost down and help protect the environment from constantly throwing things away. It really doesn't take too long, and easy is to follow. the great thing is that you know the next time you are going to work in that area, everything is ready and waiting for you to go.
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  • @deirdrestluke
    @deirdrestluke 4 года назад +28

    I just discovered hand sanitizer cleans silicone molds wonderfully. I used it on an old, dull mold and even got back some of the shine (not all but enough to use it). Really easy. Oh and if you live in Canada, Gorilla clear tape works best to get old epoxy off molds.

    • @karenlloyd16
      @karenlloyd16 Год назад +2

      I use baby wipes and then the warm soapy water but everything is still so sticky. I also worry about the little bits of resin in the water. Can't put it down any drain as it ends up out in the ocean and that is a big problem these days.

    • @karenlloyd16
      @karenlloyd16 Год назад +1

      Probably the alcohol in it but I thing over time, that can damage the moulds.

  • @Denise11Schultz
    @Denise11Schultz 3 года назад +8

    You set a good example of good work habits. You respect your tools and your supplies. TY. (Not to worry about any messes, they just mean you are actually working. )

  • @candycupcake11
    @candycupcake11 5 лет назад +7

    Thanks Steve always helping others you're a good person :)

  • @AprilAllYear
    @AprilAllYear 7 месяцев назад +1

    I absolutely *LOVE* your videos. You are so helpful.

  • @jessicaedge7854
    @jessicaedge7854 Год назад +2

    10/10 tips.
    4/10 American accent.
    HAHA! Thanks for all your content. It's been super helpful as I start my resin art journey!

  • @pammclennan1642
    @pammclennan1642 3 года назад +5

    Thanks for all the useful information you provide. I ordered some resin and molds. Haven't arrived yet so in the meantime I am binge watching your videos. They are so informative and you make it all look easy. Love your sense of humour too. 💕🇨🇦

    • @suzzettemackay9003
      @suzzettemackay9003 2 года назад

      Me too. I'm informing myself as much as possible before I start.

  • @Jestunes
    @Jestunes 3 года назад +2

    I like the wood piece under the rubber mat. Makes it so much easier to move it around if you have to. Thanks for sharing...

  • @Flutterbyartstudio
    @Flutterbyartstudio 4 года назад +9

    Great info Steve. Don’t worry, been here 13 years and still can’t get the accent right! LOL!! 😁

  • @robertstano6036
    @robertstano6036 6 месяцев назад

    I’m new to the resin hobby and made some jewelry, spiders, large frog, gecko, snail and a couple of stainless steel rings. Rarely do you see a video on how to clean up your area. Very informative and I’m a subscriber. I enjoy the videos, excellent.

  • @horrorfan7148
    @horrorfan7148 2 года назад +3

    I found this very informative. A recent subscriber so catching up when and where I can lol. Think out of all the crafters I have watched you have inspired me the most to get started. Thank you ❤

  • @tinapruett523
    @tinapruett523 4 года назад +3

    Great help, thanks!
    “A Trash Bag” I’m from Alabama and that was on point 😂

  • @lindanealprosser4070
    @lindanealprosser4070 3 года назад +2

    I’ve learned a great deal of handy tips. I try to keep my work area tidy as well. Thank you

  • @WiseAilbhean
    @WiseAilbhean 4 года назад +5

    This is very very helpful. I want to get started on some resin crafts for the first time but I thought it best to learn about craft space management and clean up. The product is a chemical I am learning to get familiar with.
    Thank you 🙏🏽

  • @janawest7186
    @janawest7186 3 года назад

    Thanks!! I appreciate your time to help us!

  • @thisbeadedlife
    @thisbeadedlife 2 года назад

    Thank you! This video was so helpful and informative!

  • @pyritecindi7384
    @pyritecindi7384 3 года назад

    Very nice thorough, detailed video. So appreciate your sharing. 👌👍💙

  • @suzzettemackay9003
    @suzzettemackay9003 2 года назад

    I have a bunch of laundry soap cups that come with the containers. I use to save them for preschool projects for me kids when they were young. I have saved some in case I needed them for an art project or something. They will be perfect for resin.

  • @Bonstergirl1
    @Bonstergirl1 3 года назад +1

    ive just started using resin and i use a baking tray. that works well too and resin just falls off it . but im learning tricks from you and others so thx

  • @heavenssoapofisrael8323
    @heavenssoapofisrael8323 2 месяца назад

    The plastic little shot glasses, are they plastic? I love your work space, you are simply the best teacher online!!! I heard your name from a follower of yours as she was teaching on her channel epoxy!

  • @TampaBMan
    @TampaBMan 4 года назад +1

    You are adorable! Just love your videos. A wealth of knowledge! Thanks 🙏

  • @rkhnd51
    @rkhnd51 3 года назад

    I liked that drip tray idea! Thanks for sharing!

  • @christinealanizgutierrez3772
    @christinealanizgutierrez3772 3 года назад

    Great tips. Thank you for sharing. Greetings from Texas 👩🏻‍🌾

  • @maws8810
    @maws8810 3 года назад

    Laughed so hard at the bit about saying "bag". I'm from Wisconsin and when I travel im asked to say "bag" cuz they want to hear it in my 'accent' lmao!!!! You are a hoot🙂🤣

  • @brittneybaker9770
    @brittneybaker9770 3 года назад +1

    So glad to learn your tricks! I got residue on my hands after cleaning and now they remain slightly sticky even w soap and water blah

    • @yanapritchard4797
      @yanapritchard4797 2 года назад

      You're not the only one, made a terrible mess of my washing up gloves.

  • @02shelbyanne
    @02shelbyanne 4 года назад +2

    I appreciate these videos very much! I am new to this, can’t wait to try resin pouring/art but watching your videos first! Thank you from across the pond!

  • @manjulabajaj8032
    @manjulabajaj8032 Год назад

    Super ! Thank a ton Steve 😀

  • @lindarandles2106
    @lindarandles2106 Год назад

    Lol! Bum crack. I see it so often at my house , i didnt even notice . 😂. Thanks for the tips !

  • @trixeyagain
    @trixeyagain 4 года назад

    Great tips. Just found your channel and look forward to more if your videos. Thanks!

  • @juliehynes7305
    @juliehynes7305 4 года назад

    Refreshingly clear and simple loved the tips

  • @mamieloganjustme
    @mamieloganjustme 3 года назад

    Hey Steve a wee tattoo needed for that bum on display 😂....loving all your work and handy tips,much appreciated 👍

  • @robync2753
    @robync2753 5 лет назад

    By the way your doing a good job showing people

  • @elenakolod9153
    @elenakolod9153 4 года назад

    Thank you. Very helpful.

  • @MommaBearsCorner
    @MommaBearsCorner 3 года назад

    thanks for sharing with us!

  • @crystalmoney4490
    @crystalmoney4490 3 года назад

    Awesome, thank you!

  • @michaeljijus980
    @michaeljijus980 3 года назад

    Thank you
    Just what I needed!!!!

    • @michaeljijus980
      @michaeljijus980 3 года назад

      @@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts More than helped!!
      Last night I been walking in honey!!!
      Because I was too excited.. After tragedy I checked you tube and your upload was first!!!!
      Just perfect, what I needed!!!!
      Subscribed and THANK YOU!!!

  • @lesliespiers8407
    @lesliespiers8407 2 года назад +1

    Ive seen people use regular paint brushes, how do you clean them?

  • @lisapreston2484
    @lisapreston2484 3 года назад +1

    Hi Steve,
    Loving you're channel.I got resin on my linen table cloth, best way to remove it please,if its possible.Tia,Lis.

  • @bmk5529
    @bmk5529 5 лет назад

    Thanks for the hints!

  • @erinwood4968
    @erinwood4968 3 года назад

    Hi Steve! This video is hilarious 😆
    I love that you apologized for messing up an American accent because, man, how many times have Americans butchered the British accent 😂
    You have a great setup for your tutorials

  • @cindyfinn4845
    @cindyfinn4845 5 лет назад

    Awesome tips Steve thank you for sharing

    • @cindyfinn4845
      @cindyfinn4845 5 лет назад

      @@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts You're very welcome I know I will need tips when I start with resin and also do you cover your resin pieces with a box while curing?

    • @cindyfinn4845
      @cindyfinn4845 5 лет назад

      @@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts Thats good to know because air isn't pure so I will hold onto some boxes thank you for sharing your knowlege.

  • @karenso103
    @karenso103 3 года назад

    Thank you for making these video's you have helped me so much! I'm just starting out so these are great!

  • @robync2753
    @robync2753 5 лет назад

    Steve i also have a thick piece of plastic on my bench i bought from Bunnings it makes it easier for wiping down while the resin is still semi wet

  • @lovely31bluprint
    @lovely31bluprint 3 года назад

    Wonder tips. 🇺🇸

  • @phoenixnicole56
    @phoenixnicole56 20 дней назад

    So I had never used parchment paper on the table and I wish I did because now I have sticky residue all on my table and idk how to get it off or do I just deal with it.

  • @claui0
    @claui0 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for the video! I'd like to ask how can I clean a steel tool? I used alcohol wipes before and that got the tools rusted. Thanks so much!

  • @chenillebernard3292
    @chenillebernard3292 Год назад

    Steve how do I clean resin off of the metal tray handles, it's stuck to paper towel too!!????

  • @beverleybee1309
    @beverleybee1309 2 года назад

    Question. My son has recently started doing 3d printing with uva resin. And spilled some on the floor of the garage. How do you suggest that can be cleaned up? It's still sticky.

  • @milkthis73
    @milkthis73 5 дней назад

    Steve, I have accidentally poured just part b in my silicone molds..... how do I clean them out. I watched a youtube video that said to soak in hot water for 10 to 15 minutes then use soft bristle tooth brush with dawn dish soap. Didn't work, just spread resin everywhere and molds look worse then before.... please help if you can. By the way it's lets resin fast cure. Any help will be appreciated.

  • @lizrickaby7329
    @lizrickaby7329 3 месяца назад

    Accent was spot on 🤣

  • @zoeashleigh4087
    @zoeashleigh4087 2 года назад +1

    Hey ! Is the resin you are cleaning wet or dry?

  • @glchild251
    @glchild251 3 года назад +1

    What kind of brush did you use?

  • @adriannaquijano4215
    @adriannaquijano4215 4 года назад +7

    What about cleaning your hands from resin? I used gloves and still managed to get the resin on my hands.

    • @trixeyagain
      @trixeyagain 4 года назад +3

      I also get resin residue on my hands, I use orange hand cleaner and it works too.

    • @javeriajadoon6144
      @javeriajadoon6144 3 года назад +1

      Dish soap worked for me.

  • @ozgeakbel5270
    @ozgeakbel5270 Год назад

    hello, i have a serious resin allergy. I made resin in this room for 1 year and 2 months, but I did not guess that epoxy was the cause of my eczema and severe itching and shedding of my dog. I had reserved a room in my house to make resin. After I realized that the cause of our allergy was epoxy, I gave up the epoxy completely and removed the materials from the house, but the tables, gas mask and hot air gun are still in the room and eczema occurs on my face every time I enter the room. Also, my dog is in this situation. I thought I had cleaned the floor and the tables completely, because there is no residue that I can see. however, our reactions to epoxy continue even though there is no epoxy in the room. What do I need to do to completely purify this room? I would be glad if you help. because I couldn't find any helpful resources or articles on this subject on the internet.

  • @vickiwinstanley1334
    @vickiwinstanley1334 3 года назад

    Hi Steve I love ALL your videos and they have helped me so much.. I heard that distilled water is good for cleaning resin equipment and even paintbrush that have been used for resin work... Have you heard this? Just wandering if it really works before spending more money 💰 😁

  • @lisathrasher9051
    @lisathrasher9051 3 года назад

    Will baby oil clean the resin out of the gradient cups while it's still wet?

  • @karyssiacoyle4513
    @karyssiacoyle4513 3 года назад

    I have a glass top table, any idea how I can get old dried resin off it?

  • @Jimmy-sb3fc
    @Jimmy-sb3fc Год назад

    Steve, what do you use the kiln for? Also, is that a Paragon F-120?

    • @Jimmy-sb3fc
      @Jimmy-sb3fc Год назад

      @@SteveMcDonaldArtsandCrafts So you do glass work as well? Are you a lampworker?

  • @marcie776
    @marcie776 3 года назад

    Holy damn is this video something I need. I am the messiest worker there is. Its terrible! LOL

  • @frugalAlice
    @frugalAlice 3 года назад

    Hi Steve. Didn't you say you put only the resin....NOT the hardener in hot water in the other Video?

  • @jaimebranam
    @jaimebranam Год назад

    I'm across the pond. Is at rubbing alcohol you're using in the cups

  • @paulinelittler4952
    @paulinelittler4952 3 года назад

    Can you reuse pipettes after using resin

  • @lolameese
    @lolameese 2 года назад

    How do ya clean the pipeettes

  • @deborahbrucks4182
    @deborahbrucks4182 2 года назад

    How do you clean out your pipettes

  • @searchercam2001
    @searchercam2001 3 года назад

    i rub dry washing powder on the silicone brushes and the resin comes off with the washing powder in little balls...then i just was with warm water or washing liquid...dry washing powder of the the wet resin

  • @sandrasantana5949
    @sandrasantana5949 2 года назад

    What kind of alcohol you use can be any alcohol

  • @sMEYxify
    @sMEYxify 4 года назад

    Stevee how to clean the pipettes?

  • @prempremglamourz1
    @prempremglamourz1 4 года назад

    Very useful tips. Hope you are better now? Please where can I get alcohol for the cleaning. The only alcohol I know is🍷 , lol.

    • @prempremglamourz1
      @prempremglamourz1 4 года назад

      Steve McDonald Arts and Crafts hi Steve, I’m in UK 🇬🇧. Any where recommended for the alcohol please.

    • @prempremglamourz1
      @prempremglamourz1 4 года назад

      Steve McDonald Arts and Crafts Thanks so much. Very helpful of you. Will keep watching your tutorials to help me make my projects.

  • @heyreteybberihun9199
    @heyreteybberihun9199 10 месяцев назад

    How to make epoxy.
    Pls help me I have resin In home

  • @ellenafernandez2259
    @ellenafernandez2259 2 года назад

    Very helpful video, thank you for that.. But please🙏 start wearing a mask when you do that. I noticed you brushed away and flung around all those resin bits that you’re breathing in. Just wanna keep you safe🙂

  • @angelacollins7450
    @angelacollins7450 4 года назад

    So my lids are stuck on my casting and resin bottles . Do you know how to get them unstuck. I feel like a dummy. But I never have worked with this.

  • @Fti193
    @Fti193 2 года назад

    I can’t see what your mixing

  • @BlkBrooklyn28
    @BlkBrooklyn28 4 года назад

    How do I clean resin off a bezel piece 😩😩😩

  • @candacec7631
    @candacec7631 2 года назад

    I used tape on my mat and it came right off.

  • @deborahbrucks4182
    @deborahbrucks4182 2 года назад

    Spilled epoxy resin an over my handa

  • @sadsalidhalskdjhsald
    @sadsalidhalskdjhsald 2 года назад

    No gloves?

  • @robync2753
    @robync2753 5 лет назад

    I wash mine in hot soapy water