How Deep Can I Pour the Deep Pour Epoxy?
This is really a fun question many crafters ask all the time. What is the recommended maximum depth of the epoxy project when using the UC Woods Deep Pour?
This is a complex question and answer because every project is different. The main factor in the maximum depth that can be poured at one time for a project is YOUR ENVIRONMENT.
The overall temperature & humidity of where the pour is taking place
The warmer temps - 75 - 90 degrees F the less it is recommended to pour at one time
The cooler temps - 50 - 70 degrees F the more you are able to pour at one time
The mold/form that you are pouring your project in
When doing tables it is recommended to have the mold/form supported in a way that air flow underneath the project can happen. When epoxy exotherms during the reaction, it exotherms in all directions, including down. If the mold/form is sitting on something solid, it will warm up faster rather than having air movement to help the heat escape in that downward direction. If you cannot have your project supported, pour less at a time, but if you can, that is one more factor allowing you to pour a deeper project.
Access to a fan for air cooling possibilities
When pouring a large river table with 8+ Gallons at a time, a gentle fan is recommended to help the air movement of the escaping heat both from the top of the project and the bottom of the project. This will help the exothermic reaction not happen too quickly causing damage to your project.
The second major factor playing a part in the possible maximum depth to be able to pour at one time is TOTAL VOLUME BEING POURED.
This factor is a crucial consideration. When pouring a large river table at 8+ gallons, it is more recommended to pour in a slightly cooler temperature 65 degrees, have a supported mold/form for the project, and have air movement available, to successfully pour at a 2 inch depth. The exotherm of our Deep Pour products generally happen around the 12 hour mark post pour. When pouring more volume, that exotherm reaction will happen quicker; closer to the 8 hour mark, but you should be available to go check it regularly post pour.
When pouring a smaller total volume such as a pyramid mold, charcuterie board (something with a smaller epoxy river such as 18inch length x 2.5inch depth x 3inch width), the epoxy lamps that are super popular (4inch length x 4inch depth x 2inch width) all of these can be done in one single pour because the total volume being poured is less in these projects.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR SPECIFIC PROJECT, & HOW MUCH WE WOULD RECOMMEND YOU POUR AT ONE TIME, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO SEND US AN EMAIL OR GIVE US A CALL. WE ARE HAPPY TO ASSIST YOU!
60inches length x 14inches average river width x 1.75inches depth - roughly 6 gallons poured at one time in optimal environment conditions.
Large pour - this table seats 10 people. Total of 9 gallons poured at one time. Depth of 1 and 7/8 inches thick. Optimal environmental conditions, air movement available, supported form for air flow, exothermed at 8 hours instead of 12 hours.
