Side table by Emiel Noorlander Epoxy for river table River tables are timelessly popular. With the right river table epoxy and a few clever steps, you can create a unique table yourself. Below you'll find everything you need: primer/seal coat, deep-pour epoxy, transparent and opaque dyes, metallic and fluorescent pigments,...
✔ Very strong and impact resistant
✔ Clear and highly UV-resistant
✔ Shore D85
✔ Castings 1mm <> 50mm
✔ 20-25 minutes working time
✔ Mixing ratio (Weight) 100: 50
✔ For objects and river tables
✔ Heat resistant up to 80° C
✔ Can be processed up to 60 kg ** in one go
✔ Clear, colorless, UV blocker
✔ Shore D 75
✔ Castings 1 cm <> 10 cm
✔ 40 minutes working time *
✔ Mixer. (Weight) 100:50
Water resistant sandpaper. Available in different grain sizes. Excellent for sanding hard surfaces. Silicon carbide with a hard, sharp-edged structure.
✔ Especially for casting thick objects
✔ Can be processed up to 20 kg ** in one go
✔ Clear, colorless, UV blocker
✔ Temperature resistant up to 80 ° C
✔ Shore D 75
✔ Castings 5 cm <> 20 cm
✔ 40 minutes working time *
✔ Mixer. (Weight) 100:33
✔ For medium-sized objects
✔ Clear, colorless, With the best UV stability available in Epoxy
✔ Temperature resistant up to 46°C
✔ Shore D 85 to D 21
✔ Castings 1 cm - 9 cm
✔ 19 hours @23 °C* demould ime
✔ Mix ratio. (Weight)100:40
Due to the structure of the polishing pad, the contact between polishing pad and polishing wax or polishing paste remains optimal. This ensures a stable working of the polisher on the surface.
Due to the structure of the polishing pad, the contact between polishing pad and polishing wax or polishing paste remains optimal. This ensures a stable working of the polisher on the surface.
Due to the structure of the polishing pad, the contact between polishing pad and polishing wax or polishing paste remains optimal. This ensures a stable working of the polisher on the surface.
Easily polish with an eccentric polisher. It does not only rotate, but also rotates on its own axis. This makes polishing even for the novice possible .
Side table by Emiel Noorlander
Epoxy for river table
River tables are timelessly popular. With the right river table epoxy and a few clever steps, you can create a unique table yourself. Below you'll find everything you need: primer/seal coat, deep-pour epoxy, transparent and opaque dyes, metallic and fluorescent pigments, sanding and polishing agents, and a UV-resistant topcoat.
Why seal? Unsealed wood "breathes." During a deep pour, air escapes and forms permanent bubbles in your river. One or two thin seal coats close the pores and ensure a smooth finish.
How to make a river table - in short
Prepare the wood: sand to 120–180 grit, remove dust. Apply epoxy tape/mold and seal seams.
Seal coat: Apply a thin layer of primer epoxy to all wood surfaces, including the river edges. Let it gel/cure according to TDS.
Mixing & coloring: Measure resin and hardener precisely and mix thoroughly. Adding color: transparent for depth, opaque for a solid effect.
Deep pour: pour slowly into the mold. Observe the maximum layer thickness per product; for larger volumes, work in multiple layers.
Post-treatment: degas according to product advice (heat source/heat gun) and allow to harden dust-free.
Flat sanding & polishing: build up in grit; choose gloss or satin
Topcoat/UV: for extra protection and scratch resistance, use a UV-resistant varnish such as DD Lacquer Double UV Set
Color & effects
Transparent Dyes
Maintains depth and light transmission; ideal for a "water look"
Use low for subtle, high for intense. Always test a sample.
Opaque Color Pastes
Create a solid, modern effect without a see-through
Perfect for contrasting rivers or logo inlays
Metallic Pigments
Give pearl/metallic swirl; stir gently for "marble"
Beautiful in combination with transparent shades
Fluorescent Powder
Charges in light and glows in the dark
Subtly blend for a "wow" effect without overdoing it
Tips for a professional result
→Temperature: work at 18–25°C and avoid draughts; this limits blushing and rippling.
Layerthickness: Follow the TDS. Large volumes: Multiple layers with gel/curing time between them.
→Mixing: thoroughly cover the edges and bottom; if necessary, pour into a second cup and mix again.
→Safety: gloves, glasses and good ventilation are always included
→Wood type: highly porous or resinous wood types seal extra well
Frequently Asked Questions
Which epoxy do I use for deep casting?
Choose a deep pour epoxy with a low exotherm and a long pot life, such as Deep Cast, Clear Epoxy Casting Resin, SAM Deep Epoxy Resin, or SAM River & Art Epoxy Resin.
Why a primer/seal coat first?
Sealing prevents air from escaping from the wood during deep pours, resulting in fewer air bubbles and a tighter river.
Transparent or opaque colors?
Transparent creates depth and a "water" effect; opaque looks modern and solid. Metallic creates vibrant swirls; fluorescent glows in the dark.
Do I need a UV topcoat?
Epoxy can yellow slightly over time. A UV-resistant varnish like DD Lacquer Double UV Set protects and improves scratch resistance.
Getting Started with Your River Table
Order your river table epoxy, colorants, and finish all at once. Not sure about layer thickness, pot life, or color? We're happy to help.
