Nicpro MG836 4-Gallon Crystal Clear Epoxy Resin, 1:1 Mix, Self-Leveling

Self-leveling, crystal-clear epoxy helps create a smooth, glossy finish on coated surfaces and cast projects. Nicpro MG836 comes as a four-gallon set of resin and hardener, mixed in a 1:1 ratio by volume for work ranging from tabletops and wood pieces to molds, jewelry, and crafts.

Its medium viscosity and stated 30–45-minute working time give you room to mix and apply the resin carefully. The formula includes a UV stabilizer and is designed to resist yellowing, supporting a clear finish for projects you want to display or use at home.

Pros

This set combines two useful approaches in one product: coating a surface and casting into a mold. Use it on wood, glass, metal, canvas, tile, rocks, or photos, or pair it with compatible pigments, mica powder, or alcohol ink to add color to art and craft projects. Its self-leveling formula is suited to coating work such as tabletops, counters, coasters, and trays, while its clear finish works for jewelry and mold projects.

The resin is described as self-degassing, crack-resistant, and scratch-resistant, with a high-gloss finish. The four-gallon format includes two gallons of resin and two gallons of hardener, making it practical for a series of projects or larger surfaces rather than a small, one-off craft kit. The product is also described as food-safe for home projects such as trays, glassware, cutting boards, and tableware.

Worth noting

The mix ratio is 1:1 by volume, and the stated working time is 30–45 minutes. For a 1:1 pour, the manufacturer’s guidance sets a maximum pour depth of 1/4 inch. That makes the product particularly relevant for coating and shallower casting work, plan the project around the recommended pour depth and mix thoroughly for a consistent cure.

What makes this format useful for a mixed project list? The same clear epoxy can be used to coat a wood tabletop, seal a small artwork, and fill a mold for jewelry or coasters, instead of choosing a separate product for each application. Buyers often highlight the clarity and effectiveness, while feedback is mixed on how reliably it avoids bubbles and how long curing takes. Slow stirring, letting the mixture rest after mixing, and using a heat gun for bubbles are included in the manufacturer’s guidance.

Getting the most from it

Measure resin and hardener in equal volumes, then stir slowly and thoroughly. In cold conditions, the manufacturer recommends placing unopened containers in hot water at 100–120°F for 10–15 minutes before mixing and keeping the workspace above 70°F. These steps help prepare the materials for application, keep the piece in a warm area while it cures. For best control, prepare the work surface and molds before mixing so you can use the working time for careful pouring and spreading.

Should you buy it?

Nicpro MG836 is well suited to makers and DIYers who want one clear epoxy for both coating and casting, with enough material for larger pieces or multiple projects. Its 1:1 mixing ratio, glossy finish, and range of listed applications make it a practical fit for woodwork, tabletops, crafts, molds, and jewelry. If clear finishing and versatile project use are the priority, this four-gallon set offers a straightforward way to work across those applications.