{"product_id":"casting-powder-for-resin-art-silicone-moulds-500g-1kg-2kg-nz","title":"Casting Powder NZ | 500g, 1kg \u0026 2kg | Northland Resin Art","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eResin Casting Powder NZ – Fast-Drying Casting Powder for Silicone Moulds\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate detailed, durable castings with \u003cstrong\u003eNorthland Resin Art Resin Casting Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e, a water-based casting powder designed for creative moulding, craft and casting projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-hardness, quick-drying casting powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is activated with water and is ideal for use with suitable \u003cstrong\u003esilicone moulds and decorative casting moulds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Whether you're making ornaments, figurines, sculptures, decorative pieces or creative mould projects, this versatile casting material gives you an easy way to create your own custom castings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e500g, 1kg and 2kg sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e, you can choose the amount that suits your project — whether you're experimenting with a new mould or regularly creating multiple castings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Northland Resin Art Casting Powder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater-based casting powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick drying\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3:1 powder-to-water ratio by weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e10-minute working time\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30–60 minute demould time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e2-hour full cure\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for casting and mould projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for use with appropriate \u003cstrong\u003esilicone moulds\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e500g, 1kg and 2kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for artists, crafters and DIY makers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in New Zealand from \u003cstrong\u003eNorthland Resin Art\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCasting Powder Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResin Casting Powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-based casting powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixing Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3:1 Powder: Water by Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorking Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDemould Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e30–60 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Cure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e2 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard casting finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500g, 1kg \u0026amp; 2kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMould Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable silicone and appropriate casting moulds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorking and curing times can vary depending on temperature, humidity, casting size and project conditions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Mix Resin Casting Powder\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor consistent results, accurately measure both the casting powder and water \u003cstrong\u003eby weight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Measure the powder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace your container on accurate digital scales and measure the required quantity of casting powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Add water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the \u003cstrong\u003e3:1 powder-to-water ratio by weight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e300g casting powder + 100g water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Mix thoroughly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix the powder and water until you have a smooth, consistent casting mixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid introducing excessive air while mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Pour into your mould\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlowly pour the mixture into your suitable silicone mould.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently tap or vibrate the mould if necessary to help release trapped air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Allow to set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe working time is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, so prepare your mould and tools before mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Demould\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the casting and conditions, your piece can generally be removed from the mould after approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30–60 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Allow to cure fully\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2 hours for full cure\u003c\/strong\u003e before carrying out further finishing or decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Can You Make With Casting Powder?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResin Casting Powder is an excellent choice for a wide range of creative projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative ornaments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFigurines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculptures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiniatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft decorations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative tiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoulded art pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall casting projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilicone mould projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIY craft projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResin-art related mould projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce fully cured, your casting can be \u003cstrong\u003epainted, sanded, decorated or finished\u003c\/strong\u003e according to your project requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e500g, 1kg or 2kg – Which Size Should I Choose?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500g Casting Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA convenient size for beginners, small projects and trying out new silicone moulds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1kg Casting Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great all-round option for regular makers and multiple casting projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2kg Casting Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for artists, crafters and makers who use casting powder regularly or have multiple moulds to fill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCasting Powder for Silicone Moulds\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilicone moulds are ideal for creating detailed shapes and decorative castings. Northland Resin Art has a growing range of \u003cstrong\u003esilicone moulds for resin art and crafts\u003c\/strong\u003e, including animal, geometric, coaster, pendant, decorative and other creative mould designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northlandresinart.co.nz\/collections\/silicone-mould-making\" title=\"Silicone\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSilicone\u003c\/a\u003e , \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northlandresinart.co.nz\/collections\/resin-moulds\" title=\"Resin Moulds\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eResin Moulds\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northlandresinart.co.nz\/products\/silicone-stirring-sticks\" title=\"Silicone Stirring sticks\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSilicone Mixing sticks,\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northlandresinart.co.nz\/products\/resin-art-digital-scales\" title=\"Resin Art Digital scales\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDigital scales,\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northlandresinart.co.nz\/products\/silicone-measuring-cups\" title=\"Measuring cups\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMeasuring Cups,\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northlandresinart.co.nz\/collections\/passionart-pearl-mica\" title=\"Mica Powders\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMica Powders,\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCasting Powder vs Epoxy Resin\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasting powder and epoxy resin are different casting materials and are suited to different types of projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCasting powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is mixed with water and produces a hard, solid casting after curing. It is particularly useful for decorative moulds, figurines, ornaments and craft projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxy resin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a liquid two-part resin system that cures into a resin material and is commonly used for resin art, jewellery, coasters, river tables and other applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for \u003cstrong\u003eepoxy resin for resin art\u003c\/strong\u003e, Northland Resin Art also offers a range of epoxy resin products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy Casting Powder from Northland Resin Art NZ?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eNorthland Resin Art\u003c\/strong\u003e, we're building a specialist range of \u003cstrong\u003eresin, casting materials, silicone moulds, pigments and creative supplies for New Zealand artists and makers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur goal is to make it easier for Kiwi creators to find the materials they need for their next project in one place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a beginner making your first moulded decoration or an experienced artist producing multiple castings, our \u003cstrong\u003eResin Casting Powder NZ\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile addition to your creative supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose 500g, 1kg or 2kg and start creating.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is resin casting powder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResin casting powder is a water-based casting material that is mixed with water to create a hard casting suitable for moulding and creative projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the mixing ratio?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended ratio is \u003cstrong\u003e3 parts casting powder to 1 part water by weight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does casting powder take to set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product has an approximate \u003cstrong\u003e10-minute working time\u003c\/strong\u003e and can generally be demoulded after approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30–60 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on conditions and the size of the casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does casting powder take to cure fully?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe approximate full cure time is \u003cstrong\u003e2 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use casting powder in silicone moulds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The product is suitable for use with appropriate silicone moulds and other suitable casting moulds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sizes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorthland Resin Art Casting Powder is available in \u003cstrong\u003e500g, 1kg and 2kg\u003c\/strong\u003e options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan casting powder be painted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the casting has fully cured, it can be sanded, painted and decorated for suitable projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the powder mixed by weight or volume?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e3:1 powder-to-water ratio is measured by weight\u003c\/strong\u003e, so accurate digital scales are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northland Resin Art","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":55998246060324,"sku":"RCP3001","price":10.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":55998246093092,"sku":"RCP3002","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2kg","offer_id":55998246125860,"sku":"RCP3003","price":38.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/0093\/9556\/files\/northland-resin-art-casting-examples.jpg?v=1786261078","url":"https:\/\/northlandresinart.co.nz\/products\/casting-powder-for-resin-art-silicone-moulds-500g-1kg-2kg-nz","provider":"Northland Resin Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}