How to make money with an epoxy resin business

Epoxy resin has become a popular material for artists and crafters due to its versatility and durability. However, it can also be a profitable venture for those looking to start a small business or make some extra income on the side using epoxy resin. In this article, we will explore different ways to make money with epoxy resin and provide some tips and ideas for those interested in pursuing this path.

Epoxy tumblers are a trendy and profitable item to create with epoxy resin. Tips for making and selling epoxy tumblers:

• • Use high-quality materials and equipment

    • Consider using an epoxy resin with excellent UV resistance to ensure your projects last a lifetime. Liquid Art Ultra UV is our #1 selling tumbler coating epoxy resin for it's industry-leading UV resistance.
    • Glitter, vinyl, alcohol inks, and other materials come in varying qualities. Expirement with different suppliers to find the best epoxy resin accessories.

  • Experiment with different colors and designs to stand out. Join different Facebook Groups and watch YouTube channels to learn new techniques.

  • Price your tumblers competitively, but also factor in what your time is worth. Pricing too cheap drives the market down, pricing too high brings in less business.

Epoxy resin can be used to create unique and customizable jewelry pieces such as earrings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets, brooches, and so many other unique ideas.

Tips for making and selling epoxy jewelry:

• • Consider using molds to create consistent shapes and sizes. Etsy is an excellent place to shop for different molds.

  • Experiment with different colorants such as Liquid Resin Dyes, mica powder, glitters, and other materials.

  • Market your jewelry through social media and online marketplaces, and consider selling at farmers markets or other local events featuring your own booth.

  • Explore Etsy and Facebook Groups to learn about trending jewelry and get new ideas.

Floral preservation has been growing in popularity now that the weddings are back in full swing. Are you married? If so, wouldn't you have loved the opportunity to preserve some of your flowers from that special day?

Tips for offering floral preservation services:

• • Research and follow best practices for flower preservation. Purchase a high quality floral preservation epoxy resin such as Liquid Cast for clarity, UV resistance, and bubble-free encapsulation.

  • Offer customizable options for clients, such as jewelry, paperweights, or even bookends. Explore Etsy for other trending ideas.

  • Market your services to wedding planners and local florists.

  • Create high quality imagery and share it on social media like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.

Epoxy resin can be used to add a glossy and protective coating to artwork. It can make a good painting into a great painting and really help set you apart.

Tips for coating canvases and selling artwork:

• • Use a high-quality resin to avoid yellowing or cracking over time. Liquid Art Ultra UV features industry leading UV resistance and is our best selling coating epoxy resin for canvases and artwork.

  • Experiment with different textures and techniques to create unique pieces.

  • Sell your artwork through online marketplaces and social media, or local boutiques and events.

Epoxy resin can be used to resurface or create new countertops, providing a durable and attractive option for homeowners. Plus it is very affordable to expirement with DIY epoxy countertops!

Tips for offering countertop services:

• • Research and follow best practices for epoxy countertop installation. Resurfacing can require sanding and cleaning, as well as some other touch ups.

  • Offer customizable options for clients, such as unique colors or designs. Epoxy countertops allow contractors to become artists, and artists to become contractors. Your epoxy countertops can be one-of-a-kind with the endless colors and methods.

  • Market your services to homeowners and interior designers. Partnering with an interior designer or cabinet installer can help create new leads for epoxy countertop jobs.

  • Use high quality products that are formulated specifically for countertops and feature high temperature resistance, hardness, UV resistance, and overall durability. Liquid Stone Elite was created specifically for epoxy countertops and is an excellent option.

Deep pour epoxy is a thick, self-leveling resin that can be used to create river tables, countertops, charcuterie boards, and other large-scale projects. It can completely transform what was once scrap wood into beautiful and modern furniture.

Tips for using and selling deep pour epoxy:

• • Use high-quality, food-safe epoxy for projects like countertops or cutting boards. Our Deep Pouring Epoxy Resin is UV resistant, cures rock-hard, bubble-free, and super clear.
  • Experiment with different colors, pigments, and additives to create unique designs. You can add Liquid Resin Dyes to create transparent or opaque epoxy depending on how much is added, or mica powder to create shimmers and swirls in your epoxy resin.
  • Sell your projects through online marketplaces (Facebook, Craigslist, OfferUp), social media, or at craft fairs and markets. Find local events in your area that can help you market your epoxy river tables.

Epoxy resin can be used as a flooring material for garages, basements, and other spaces to completely transform the look of these spaces. From flakes to 3 dimensional metallic epoxy floors, there are many different ways of marketing and earning epoxy flooring.

Tips for offering epoxy flooring services:

• • Research and follow best practices for epoxy flooring installation. Most manufacturers and suppliers will have valuable resources on their websites or offer customer support to assist with jobs.

  • Offer customizable options for clients, such as unique colors or designs. Metallic epoxy floors are very unique, but can be expensive and problematic to install. Flake epoxy floors are the most common, but still have many different options to choose from including custom flake blending.

  • Market your services to homeowners and commercial clients, and always treat your customers like royalty. In the epoxy flooring business word of mouth will be what makes you stand apart and keeps jobs flowing in.

• Custom epoxy resin jewelry, such as necklaces, bracelets, and earrings

• Epoxy resin coasters with unique designs or personalized touches

• Epoxy resin keychains or key fobs with custom designs or logos

• Epoxy resin serving trays or cheese boards with unique patterns or designs

• Epoxy resin decorative bowls or vases with custom designs or color schemes

• Epoxy resin art pieces, such as wall hangings or sculptures

• Epoxy resin phone cases with unique designs or color patterns

• Epoxy resin candle holders with customized patterns or designs

• Epoxy resin pet ID tags or pet bowls with personalized designs

• Epoxy resin tabletops or bar tops with unique designs or logos

• Epoxy resin planters or terrariums with custom colors or designs

• Epoxy resin photo frames with customized designs or color schemes

As we have seen, epoxy resin offers a wide range of creative and profitable opportunities for artists, crafters, and entrepreneurs. From creating trendy epoxy tumblers and jewelry to offering custom floral preservation services or installing durable epoxy countertops, the possibilities are endless. With some research, practice, and marketing, anyone can turn their epoxy resin creations into a successful business or side hustle. With the right tools, materials, and mindset, making money with epoxy resin can be both rewarding and lucrative. So, what are you waiting for? Go ahead and start exploring the exciting world of epoxy resin today!