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  • Description

    Aqua Cast® eco resin is an environmentally friendly fusion of powder and polymer which only needs the addition of water to make beautiful homeware

    We have fused the acrylic polymer additives into one ground breaking powder to make this easy to use eco resin. All mechanical properties normally found in a traditional powder and polymer mixture remain the same, giving Aqua Cast excellent cured strength.

    It couldn't be easier, simply add water, mix and pour.

    The guide mix ratio is 100 : 35 (100 parts powder to 35 parts water, or 2.8 : 1)

    The user can change the water addition to create a lower or higher viscosity (runnier or thicker) to suit the individual application. 

    Aqua Cast® product mass per kit size

    Aqua Cast® 3kg powder (equates to 4.05kg usable material)
    Aqua Cast® 10kg powder (equates to 13.5kg usable material)
    Aqua Cast® 15kg powder (equates to 20.2kg usable material)
    Aqua Cast® 25kg powder (equates to 33.8kg usable material)

    Easily coloured with water based pigments such as our resi-TINT acrylic inks, acrylic paints or mica powders, e.g. resi-TINT MAX Neon Powder. 

    • Environmentally friendly eco resin
    • Perfect for coasters, ornamental vases, planters, candle holders, soap dishes and detailed figurines
    • Easily pigmented using resi-TINT inks or other water based pigments
    • Ideal for ceramics & textured art pieces and can be partnered with our art resins when using a mould
    • Excellent reproduction of detail
    • Can be used to create terrazzo pieces
    • High surface hardness and strength
    • Smooth, impact resistant surface
    • Fire protection class 1 (surface spread of flame)
    • High degree of weather resistance for external applications when sealed

    FAQ's

    • Is Aqua Cast® weatherproof and waterproof?  No, it is porous when cured. To render the item water resistant (e.g. for plant pots holding damp soil etc) we recommend our range of; hydroflow Sealers For external applications and those where the article will hold water ( vases etc ) it will need to be sealed with a clear resin (e.g. MasterCast 1-2-1) to be fully watertight. 
    • How hard and durable is Aqua Cast® It is extremely tough and durable. Once cured Aqua Cast cures to a hardness of 208 MPa (Brinell) The compressive strength is 55 Mpa when mixed in the guide ratio of 100:35.
    • Will it fade with exposure to sunlight?  No this product is 100% UV stable.
    • Is it fire-resistant?  Yes, Aqua Cast® does not self-ignite nor propagate flame. It is suitable for creating candle holders and fireplaces.
    • Can Aqua Cast® be used with art resin? Yes it can, an interesting mix of finishes can be achieved in one piece of art using Eli-Chem totalCAST art resin and Aqua Cast® Eco Resin. Simply decide which medium to pour first and follow the guidelines for a second pour shown below. Both products are very easily coloured, the totalCAST can even have a clear or translucent finish. The limit to your creation is your imagination!


  • Used For & How To Use

    Mixing

    Adding colour
    Use any water based pigment e.g. resi-TINT acrylic inks, acrylic paints or mica powders, e.g. resi-TINT MAX Neon Powder. 

    Any solid can be added, sand, mica, quartzite, dried shards of Aqua Cast® etc.

    Mixing the powder

    The desired viscosity & consistency can be controlled to suit the application. Alterations to the guide powder to water ratio will affect the product performance, particularly in terms of drying time. Measure the desired amount of water, add the corresponding quantity of powder gradually during mixing. For example:

    • 100g powder to 35g/ml water
    • 150g powder to 52g/ml water
    • 200g powder to 70g/ml water
    • 300g powder to 105g/ml water
    • 500g powder to 175g/ml water

    Mix by hand or with an electric mixing blade for 2-4 minutes until uniform and smooth. Add pigments at the mixing stage to obtain the desired colour shade. The mixed solution will rapidly become creamy and lump free, tap the mixing container to help remove trapped air. 

    Application

    Immediately pour into your mould and allow to settle. Any residual bubbles can be popped by agitating or tapping the mould. Allow to harden for 60-90 minutes before demoulding (temperature and mix ratio dependent). Allow to dry for 24-48 hours to build cured strength.

    Pouring guidelines for mixing art resin and Aqua Cast®

    When pouring Aqua Cast® onto previously poured resin, please ensure the resin has entered the gel phase but is not yet touch dry to allow the Aqua Cast® to adhere. This will vary depending upon depth and size of the mould. If you think you have missed the gel window, wait for the resin to dry, and thoroughly abrade to create a key before pouring Aqua Cast®.

  • Technical & Safety Data

    Specifications

      Drying time   Demould in 60-90 minutes
      For maximum cured strength 24-48 hours
      Mix ratio  100 : 35 (2.8 : 1) e.g. 100g of powder to 35g of water 
      Pot Life  10-15 minutes @ 23°C
      Shelf life  Indefinite when kept dry in storage

     

    Aqua Cast® Technical Data Sheet PDF

    Aqua Cast® Safety Data Sheet PDF

  • Reviews (16)
    Nihan

    I've been buying the white AquaCast regularly for years, always in large quantities, and it has never disappointed me. The consistency is reliable, the finish is clean, and it cures exactly as expected every time. As a small-scale maker, I need materials I can trust without hesitation, and this compound has become a foundation in my day-to-day work. Always arrives well packed and on schedule.

    Janine

    I love Aquacast! I\'ve only just started being creative and the versatility and simplicity of this product gives me stuff I can feel proud of.

    Susie Craft

    Before starting my YouTube channel, I have used a few different Eco resins. Now I have discovered Aqua cast. I wont use anything else. I absolutely love this stuff.. It is economical while not Skimping on quality. It is so easy to use and mixes really well. I actually like the natural colour of it also, All the others are like a really bland white whereas this one dries to a beautiful creamy beige colour. I cant recommend this product enough, Try it, you wont regret it

    Kat Halstead

    Being relatively new to the world of Eco resins, I\'ve tried 6 different brands to find a favourite. \r\nAqua Cast is the Hands down winner! Not only on product quality but the price is fantastic! Easy to mix and use. decent working time, clean up is a breeze, and the ability to add a little more water to your mix, to enable the product to get into the recesses of fiddly moulds is fantastic, without affecting the strength/quality of the finished item. Added bonus delivery is so quick! \r\nThank you

    EVELYN BROWN

    Love this product, it\'s so easy to use and people are amazed at the gifts i\'ve made for them. It\'s also more cost effective than others so now bout to order the Turbo

    Szilvia  Adebowale

    I absolutely love working with this compound. The smoothness the way it turns out so amazing. Made beautiful vintage looking coasters using water based colour inks. Highly recommend. About to order again for the 4th time.

    Kayleigh Measor

    I\'m on my 4th round of aquacast and I absolutely love it. I use a mini whisk to mix it up and it works perfectly, the product is so smooth to work with and the finish is exceptional. I can\'t wait to try the new black. \r\nI\'ve also spoken to Aram recently to get a better knowledge of the product and he was amazing. Emailed me all the details I needed and let me know that the black aquacast was live and would be back in stock again soon. As a small business I very much look to support others and Aram is definitely one I\'ll be sticking with. \r\nHopefully I can try his biocast next - as eco friendly epoxy is definitely a game changer! 5 Aqua Cast 3kg, 10kg, 15kg, 25kg

    Paul Lovell

    Absolutely love the new Black Aqua cast its certainly a game changer.

    Samantha Nye

    Absolutely jet black aqua cast is a game changer. Eli chem and Aram are so professional and knowledgeable. I will definitely be ordering from them again. They really know there stuff.

    Lucinda Wright

    Brilliant product , Ive tried other makes but this is the best by far. Easy to mix , colour, a sets quickly with easy de-moulding a smooth finish with hardly any air bubbles . This is really a game changer for eco resin an easy to use with fabulous results . I would highly recommend this product x

    Shereena Bates

    im on my second lot of aquacast and i love it....so easy to work with and cures so fast. i have made christmas plaques for a couple of my family members so they can have the kids paint them. i have found a little bit goes a lot further than i think it will

    Lynda Jeffers

    I am very new to my resin journey. I started with epoxy, from another company, and found it frustrating having everything sticky whilst mixing and pouring and then trying to clean up. I was also concerned about the toxicity of it and the waste of disposable cups gloves and wooden sticks. I have been watching YouTube videos and came across this product. For me, I have to say, is a game changer. It arrived today, late afternoon, and I managed to do two projects and de mould before it got too late. A stark contrast from having to wait 24 hours to see if your creation has turned out OK. I will use up the epoxy that I have already, but will not purchase any more. Now that I have found this product, it will be my go to for casting. Also, dealing with this company was a pleasure. I will be back for more. Thank you

    Karen Moore

    I usually use jesmonite but after watching Louise Singleton creations video using Aquacast on YouTube I thought I would give it a go, so pleased that I did! Mixes so easily and lovely smooth finish. I have made several skulls and incense burners that I am so pleased with. Will definitely get some more and highly recommend.

    Cat Wood

    OMG this stuff is amazing!!! It\'s so easy to mix, no lumps and ends up the consistency of pancake batter which is really nice to pour. What I love is how smooth it comes out of shiny silicone moulds, owing its consistency, (thinner than Jesmonite), the surface that\'s been in contact with the silicone comes out like marble or polished stone, and there\'s a lot less bubbles. The surface that\'s not in contact with the silicone has a cementitious finish. I love how weighty and solid it feels, and it\'s cold to the touch once cured, so it really feels like stoneware. I tested the strength of a piece by dropping it from a height onto my porcelain tiled floor, and a small chunk just chipped off it, it didn\'t even shatter or crack in half or anything, so it\'s really strong. It\'s super easy to clean up as well, it just rinses/wipes away with cold water. I\'m definitely going to be stocking up on this stuff! Thank you to whoever innovated this, it\'s a game changer.

    Libby Workman

    I am a huge fan of Hydroflow but had to try Aqua Cast. It is an absolute pleasure to work with. The mixing process is so much simpler, the powder just dissolves into the water, meaning you can really mix quickly and with ease - the end result is silky smooth and slightly thinner than the hydroflow mixture. I half filled the mould and tapped to release the bubbles - they were shooting to the top of the mould by the dozen and just popping! Because of the consistency of the mixture, they were able to move to the top really quickly. I tried Aqua Cast in a small detailed mould of a cat, never had a bubble free cat before! However, this is exactly what Aqua Cast gave me. I am so impressed. I didn\'t even sieve the mixture so saved a lot of time. All I can say is, when this 10kg has run out.....I\'ll be back :).

    Lisa Watson

    My first time of working with eco resin and I have to say I absolutely love it! Aqua cast has been a dream to use, it has no trouble finding it\'s way into all the intricate details in my moulds, and leaves a lovely smooth, shiny surface that is virtually bubble free when de-moulding. I also love that, like when using epoxy resin, it\'s very good at picking up mica powder that\'s brushed directly onto the mould, allowing for plenty of design options. I highly recommend Aqua Cast, not just for the quality of the product but also for the very good value of it when compared to the other eco resins available on the market. Definitely no more buying of bubble riddled, lumpy plaster of paris for me!!

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