Resin — for statuettes
Resin is a versatile material, particularly suited for crafting custom statuettes in larger quantities and sizes. It offers a cost-effective solution for impactful, substantial awards.
Resin, specifically epoxy resin, is a synthetic polymer valued for its strength, adhesive properties, and ability to be cast into intricate shapes. While often used in industrial applications like structural laminates or electrical component encapsulation, we leverage its unique characteristics for custom awards. At Glasso Group, resin becomes the foundation for impressive statuettes, especially when projects call for quantities exceeding 20-30 pieces or designs that demand significant scale. For smaller, individual pieces, 3D printing is often a more suitable alternative. Resin truly shines in creating massive, large-sized awards where other materials would lead to prohibitive costs. However, its detailed processing requires significant manual labor, making lead times a key consideration for planning your project.
Spray painting
*Quick, vibrant color*
The most straightforward and efficient finishing method for resin statuettes is spray painting. This technique allows us to apply virtually any color from the extensive RAL or PANTONE palettes, giving you complete creative freedom to match brand guidelines or design aesthetics. After the color is applied, clients can choose between a classic glossy finish for a polished, reflective look, or a sophisticated matte finish for a softer, non-reflective appearance. This process is ideal when speed and precise color matching are top priorities for your custom award.
Bronze coating
*Authentic metallic luster*
For awards that demand the look and feel of traditional metal, our bronze coating technique is an excellent choice. This process involves applying real bronze metal filings to the surface of the resin statuette. Once the filings are meticulously applied, the surface undergoes a careful polishing process. This step is crucial, as it brings out the inherent metallic sheen, replicating the rich, warm luster of genuine cast bronze. The result is a resin award that not only looks like solid bronze but also carries a substantial, high-quality feel, offering a premium aesthetic without the weight or cost of solid metal.
Cold spray metalization
*Mirror-like metallic effects*
Cold spray metalization offers a cutting-edge way to achieve stunning metallic finishes on resin. This advanced technology uses chemical reactions in a cold process to create a durable, mirror-like coating, often resembling chrome. Following this initial metalization, the surface is then treated with specialized colorizing lacquers. This allows for a rich spectrum of metallic hues, with gold and silver being particularly popular choices for their classic appeal. The versatility of this technique means we can create awards with a truly striking, high-gloss metallic appearance that stands out.
6 pieces from resin in the gallery.
Real commissions using this material. Click through to see materials, dimensions, and engraving details per piece.
Working with resin.
When is resin the best choice for a custom award?
Resin is ideal for custom awards when you need more than 20-30 pieces or when the design calls for a large, substantial statuette. It provides a cost-effective alternative to other materials for significant sizes, allowing for impressive visual impact without the prohibitive expense. For smaller, individual pieces, 3D printing might be a better fit.
What are the typical lead times for resin awards?
Due to the labor-intensive processing involved in crafting and finishing resin statuettes, lead times can be longer compared to some other materials or techniques. The intricate casting, curing, and multi-stage finishing processes (like polishing for bronze coating or applying multiple lacquer layers for metalization) all contribute to the overall production schedule. We recommend discussing your timeline early in the design phase.
Can resin awards achieve a metallic look?
Absolutely. Resin is highly versatile for metallic finishes. We offer bronze coating, which uses real bronze filings polished to a genuine metallic shine, and cold spray metalization, which creates a mirror-like chrome base that can then be colored with lacquers to achieve stunning gold, silver, or other metallic effects. These techniques allow resin awards to mimic the appearance of solid metal.
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