List Of Epoxy Resin Categories And Niches

Here is a list of epoxy resin categories and niches. Epoxy resin gives you the chance to create a wide range of products. From small items like jewelry and keychains to larger builds like furniture and countertops, there are many ways to use epoxy resin in a business. You can work with wood, make glossy wall art, or create home décor and personalized gifts. Epoxy resin is strong, shiny, and allows for bright colors and unique designs. This list shows all the main areas and niches you can try when you want to use epoxy resin or UV resin.

When I first started working with epoxy, I discovered there were so many ways to use it. I tried small projects like coasters and jewelry, then moved to larger pieces like trays and river tables. Knowing about different categories can help you find what you enjoy making the most or what sells well to start that epoxy business you have always wanted to try.

List Of Epoxy Resin Categories And Niches

Here is the list of epoxy resin niches and categories. I’ll keep it updated when new ideas come out.

1. Resin Jewelry

Here are fashion items made from epoxy resin. These are small pieces created with silicone molds and color additives. Here’s a helpful article on how to make resin jewelry.

• Earrings
• Rings
• Bracelets
• Pendants
• Charms with flowers or glitter

2. Epoxy Resin Art

Epoxy resin art uses color, layers, and a glossy finish to create decorative pieces. You can mix in pigments, add dried flowers, or use stones and crystals to build your design. Wood panels and MDF boards are common bases for wall art, geode designs, and mixed media pieces.

• Glossy resin wall art
• Geode resin art
• Mixed media panels
• Layered texture art
• Pour paintings with an epoxy top coat

3. Home Decor

Useful and decorative pieces around the home. Many designs are poured in silicone molds.

• Trays
• Bowls
• Coasters
• Display blocks
• Candle holders

4. Epoxy Resin Furniture

Resin combined with wood or other materials. These builds require sanding and finishing. Here’s a tutorial on how to make an epoxy table.

• River tables
• Side tables
• Furniture inlays
• Live edge slab fills
• Coffee tables with resin designs

5. Flower Preservation

Flower preservation turns dried blooms into resin pieces that can be kept and displayed. You can work with flowers from birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, or a favorite garden. Flowers need to be fully dried before placing them in resin to help keep their shape and color.

• Birth flower displays
• Anniversary bouquet keepsakes
• Graduation flower blocks
• Pressed flower paperweights
• Garden flower bookends
• Dried flower letter castings

6. Epoxy Countertops And Bar Tops

Resin used to design or refinish surfaces. Pigments and mica powders create marble or stone looks. Here are two articles you might be interested in: Best bar top epoxy brands and why white epoxy countertops are turning yellow.

• Kitchen countertops
• Bar tops
• Tabletop resurfacing
• Camper counters
• Outdoor bar tables

7. Wedding Keepsakes

Resin wedding keepsakes are a lovely way to save little pieces of a special day. You can use dried bouquet flowers, a wedding invitation, or small decorations to create something the couple can display at home. Names and wedding dates add a personal touch to these handmade pieces.

• Bridal bouquet preservation
• Wedding invitation displays
• Ring holders with dried wedding flowers
• Keepsake blocks with names and wedding dates
• Coasters made with bouquet petals
• Wedding flower ornaments

8. Epoxy Flooring

Epoxy used to coat floors in homes and shops. Surface preparation is important in this category.

• Metallic epoxy floors
• Flake floors
• Garage floor coatings
• Basement epoxy floors
• Shop floor coatings

9. Pet Keepsakes

Custom items that include pieces of a pet’s memory.

• Paw print charms
• Pet ashes sealed in resin
• Photo keepsake blocks
• Pet tags
• Memorial ornaments

10. Garden And Outdoor Décor

Items for patios and yards. UV resistant resin or mixed materials are used for outdoor weather.

• Garden signs
• Stepping stones
• Outdoor wall art
• Yard stakes with epoxy details
• Patio decor accents

11. Games And Gaming Accessories

Epoxy resin can be used to make game pieces and matching boards. You can add colors, glitter, or small details to give each set its own theme. Silicone molds come in shapes for dice, dominoes, chess pieces, and other gaming items.

• Dice sets
• Domino sets
• Chess pieces and boards
• Checker pieces
• Tic tac toe sets
• Game tokens and counters

12. Repair And Restoration

Epoxy used to repair or refresh older items.

• Wood crack fills
• Tabletop repairs
• Surface sealing
• Damaged corner fixes
• Color matching fills

13. Miniatures And Dioramas

Epoxy resin can add water details to miniature scenes and model displays. Clear or tinted resin creates the look of ponds, rivers, and tiny pools. These projects can be made for dollhouses, model railways, or decorative scenes displayed on a shelf.

• Miniature ponds and lakes
• Model railway rivers
• Dollhouse pools and fountains
• Miniature beach scenes
• Underwater dioramas
• Tiny drinks for dollhouses

14. Epoxy Gift Ideas

Epoxy iHandmade epoxy gifts can be made for birthdays, holidays, and other special occasions. Adding a name, favorite color, or meaningful photo makes each piece feel more personal.

• Ornaments
• Bookmarks
• Epoxy blocks
• Keepsake cubes
• Epoxy serving trays

15. Accessories

Small items that are fast to make and easy to sell in sets.

• Keychains
• Hair clips
• Phone grips
• Pens
• Bag charms

16. Resin Craft Supplies And Embellishments

Small resin pieces can be made for other crafters to use in their projects. You can create matching sets with different colors, shapes, and themes. These pieces can be added to handmade cards, scrapbook pages, hair bows, and other crafts.

• Flat back cabochons
• Decorative buttons
• Scrapbook embellishments
• Hair bow decorations
• Resin beads
• Small flowers and shapes for card making

Thanks for reading this list of epoxy resin niches and things to make. If you found this helpful, feel free to share it with someone planning a resin project. And check back soon, I’m always testing new things and sharing tips that make resin work a little easier.

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