Does epoxy take longer to cure in cold weather?
When rolling epoxy onto a cold surface in cold weather, the heat of the reaction quickly dissipates, so the cure may take longer than usual. This gives the epoxy time to soak up any moisture in the air and create ‘amine blush’ on the cured surface.
How long does epoxy take to cure in the cold?
Ensure that the project stays at the right temperature during the entire curing process, which is an average of 72 hours. The project will most likely feel hard to touch after 12 hours, but it is very important to protect against cold temperatures for 72 hours.
Will epoxy cure at 50 degrees?
In cold weather (below 50 degrees) you will notice the curing of ART’s Epoxy System begin to slow. The colder it gets the slower it takes to fully harden. A thin repair completed at 35 degrees may take as long as a week to fully cure.
What temperature does epoxy cure at?
One of the most important factors to ensure your epoxy resin cures properly is temperature. The best temperature for both your ArtResin and your workspace is slightly warmer than room temperature: 75-85F or 24-30C.
What happens if epoxy freezes?
First of all, do not despair, frozen epoxy isn’t ruined! Although both your resin and activator are capable of freezing, it’s very easy to return them to a usable liquid state. Initially, you should simply bring your epoxy inside and let it warm up to room temperature slowly.
