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1.29 gal

Resin Coverage Calculator

A flat resin pour fills a shallow layer across the table. This works out the resin volume from the table's area and the depth you pour.

How it works

Multiply the length by the width to get the area, then multiply by the pour depth to get the volume.

Add a waste allowance for cups, stirring sticks and spills. Mix the amount the label gives for the product's ratio, and pour each layer no deeper than the label allows.

Worked example

A table 5 ft long and 3 ft wide, poured 0.125 in deep with 10% extra, needs 1.29 gal of resin.

Questions

How deep can I pour in one layer?

Read the label on your resin. Thick pours can overheat or set poorly, so many makers ask you to pour in layers at a set depth.

Is the mix ratio part of this?

No. This gives the total volume. Split it using the mix ratio on your product's label.

Why allow extra?

Some resin stays in the cups and on the stirring stick, and small spills are common. A little extra helps you finish the pour.

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