2. Essential Tools and Materials

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Gathering all necessary items beforehand creates a smooth workflow. Safety equipment is non-negotiable when working with epoxy.

1. Primary Materials

This includes the prepared wood slab, deep-pour epoxy resin and hardener, epoxy pigment pastes or dyes (in blues, teals, and white for ocean effects), and sealing agents like clear spray lacquer for the wood.

2. Tools for Construction and Pouring

You will need a circular mold or form (often built from melamine board) to contain the epoxy, a leveling tool, a digital scale for precise epoxy mixing, and multiple mixing cups and sticks. A heat gun or propane torch is crucial for removing bubbles from the surface.

3. Safety and Finishing Equipment

Essential safety gear includes nitrile gloves, safety goggles, and a respirator mask rated for organic vapors. For finishing, have an orbital sander with grits from 80 to 2000, polishing compounds, and a buffing pad attachment ready.

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