Notes on epoxy glass top finish

I used Parks Super Glaze epoxy finish on a test project. The first tip is to make sure you use exactly a 1:1 ratio of resin to hardener. Also, mix the stuff pretty well. The directions recommended 3min of stirring in the first container (after adding the resin to the hardener’s container) and then 3 min of stirring in the final container. I did 3+9 min until the mixture got warm.

Also when pouring, scoop a good bit of epoxy towards the edges and get a good flow going. Recover the dripping using the container used for pouring. For better results, consider sealing the wood. This keeps little air bubbles from coming out of the pores of the wood.

Have a torch ready and start working out the bubbles as soon as possible. Also, make sure the edges are rounded and not sharp so that the surface tension does not pull the epoxy away from the edges.

After about 30 min, scrape the drippings off with a putty knife. That’s easier than using a knife later. Don’t worry if the drips leave a taffy-like string behind. It will go away by itself.

Use shims and a level to make sure the work surface is perfectly level.

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